I’m joining Cindy, Mary Ann, and Sheri to discuss organizing. I think we are all doing a bit of cleaning out and organizing this time of year. For me, I have put off organizing our bedroom closet, and having to write this post forced me to do it, and now I am thrilled with the results!…
Today, I am joining Mary Ann and Cindy to discuss design trends for 2024. For the last several months, I have been saving posts from designers, architects, and people I follow… to my “Trends” collection on Instagram. It included everything from color of the year to backsplashes and countertops to pantry spaces and furniture. I…
Perhaps these famous salted butter chocolate chunk shortbread cookies are already on your radar. Maybe they are even in your repertoire of cookies that you bake all the time. I found out about this recipe from my daughter, Madeline. Madeline has been making these cookies for a couple of years and used this recipe for her cookie exchange this year. It’s a winner. And…
Caramelized shallots and poached eggs tartine is a great way to get two meals out of one recipe. I think what I love most about tartines is just how versatile they are. There are very few times when we don’t have something in the fridge or pantry that couldn’t be made into a delicious treat for lunch…
Today, I am sharing what I buy at Wayfair because it’s Way Day! And, of course, that means Wayfair’s already good prices are even lower. I looked around my house and realized that I have quite a few things that I love and are available at Wayfair. Tall Bookcase on Wheels We bought these to…
Easy homemade granola recipe that’s healthy and delicious. It’s super easy to make and takes less than 45 minutes. Why buy granola when you can make it better and maybe even healthier? Or at least you know exactly what’s in your granola if you are making it in your kitchen. There are so many kinds of granola, and you can keep…
The tinned fish trend has foodies of all ages talking! Over the past few years, a fascinating trend has become quite popular in the food scene as more and more people are discovering tinned fish. From the classic tuna and sardines to more options like mackerel and anchovies, these humble cans pack both flavor and nutrition (calcium, proteins, omega-3 fatty acids), making them a fun option for your next…
Are smart door home locks really worth installing? We’ve been talking about installing keyless locks or smart locks in our home for quite a while. And now, we finally decided to do it with Emtek products. So yes, smart locks are definitely worth installing and we’ll tell you why. The benefits of smart door home…
Using scallops in design is on trend. I have to say I love it. For months, I’ve considered sharing this on Sunday Favorites with Mary Ann and Cindy. Then this week, I saw a custom banquette using a scallop in the design, and it stopped me in my tracks. I love a banquette in a…
Caramelized Apricot & Ricotta Tartine Recipe -It’s Tuesday, so I have another delicious tartine idea for you! Since apricots are in season, I decided a sweet and savory tartine would make the perfect lunch today! The apricots are naturally pretty sweet. We made them a little more savory with some caramelization and olive oil with…
How to make that popular brunch toast! It’s Tartine Tuesday, yet I’m bringing another toast idea for you! You may remember this cinnamon sugar toast from a few weeks ago inspired by Davelle in New York City. One of their most popular toasts is their berry and cream cheese toast, perfect for the Fourth of…
6 simple ways to refresh your home for summer just in time for house guests. Summertime always means friends and kids from the city visiting for long weekends. We live about 45 miles from Manhattan, yet it feels worlds away. Our home is on a small peninsula along the Long Island Sound. Many of our…
