I was visiting Madeline and thought I should bring something...and since I was fairly certain she had not yet planted her fire escape herb garden, I made some air dry clay garden markers to go along with some potted herbs. We planted them in her kitchen, and then she carefully put them on her fire escape. You can read more about Madeline's darling apartment in this post! Every Sunday, I join my ...
Which is the best grill, electric, gas, or charcoal?
Spoiler Alert: We chose Kenyon electric grills, and here's why! We grill a lot for many different reasons and throughout all four seasons. Since we spend a lot of time in the kitchen, outdoor cooking is a nice break sometimes. It's easy to clean up, we love the flavor grilling adds to meats and vegetables, and a good sear and grill marks enhance the presentation. And let's face it; when food ...
How to Make Colored Glass Jars and Get the Vintage Look
Here's how to make colored glass jars and get a vintage look. I love a pretty glass jar or bottle in all their different shapes, sizes, and kinds. I find them romantic and charming and upcycle them regularly for anything that makes sense; sparkling water, pickles, pickled vegetables, overnight oats, and vases for flowers, to name a few. So when I recently learned about a simple process of ...
Easy Tartine With Pickled Blueberries and Strawberries
Today I'm starting a new series called "Tartine Tuesday." Tartines are my favorite way to eat a sandwich so I will bring you a new recipe each week. They may be sweet, savory, or a little of both. Today we use pickled strawberries and blueberries on toast with a spread of chèvre, hot honey, and a little fresh thyme. The tanginess of the goat cheese combined with the pickled fruit just ...
Add Some Simple French Style to your Dining Room
Last Sunday, it was all about the cottage look. But really, I like to mix that and add some simple French touches to the dining room. Much of what I love about the cottage look is also quite French—a little rustic elegance from a few key elements. The French Dining Table I love a mix of old and new. The dining room table could be a rustic vintage piece or a modern table mixed with chairs ...
What to Pack & Wear for a Weekend in New York
What to pack and wear for a weekend in New York City, with a complete guide of what to do when you have limited time. There's so much to see and do in New York, but when you have only a weekend, here are a few ideas that will leave you feeling like you experienced a little bit of everything. Today, I'm joining my friend Kim and a few friends. We all live in different cities, and Kim thought it ...
