I’ve been to Seattle twice now (Christmas 2016 and August 2019) and I have a few fun things to share about the big beautiful city! Chateau St. Michelle Joel and I took a fascinating wine making class called “Blend” where we learned all about a few major red wines in Read more…
If you haven’t been to Portland, Oregon – now is the time to go. I had the most AMAZING time there this past Christmas and I already miss it. Portland is kind of like an Austin 2.0 (as much as I love Austin it’s just true). Take a look below Read more…
Instagram told me that these are my 9 most popular posts, so I’m going to tell y’all a little bit about each one! From left to right, starting on the top left: Huisache Grill in downtown New Braunfels. Pictured are the sundried tomato cream pasta with chicken, mushrooms, and spinach, Read more…
What sounds better than warm, gooey, hearty chicken enchiladas in this cold winter weather? These enchiladas are made from scratch and will make any mouth happy. I’ve been making this recipe for years and it’s always one of my favourites. To me, the secret is in the sauce. Read on Read more…
Your mouth needs this soup. It will warm you up. It will fill you up. It won’t make you feel sick to your stomach like a lot of holiday/seasonal foods can do. Ingredients: 1 quart of Pomi tomato sauce 32oz chicken bone broth 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 can of Read more…
Need some date night inspiration? Want a fun girls night in? Or just an evening to treat yo self? There is nothing yummier than fresh, aromatic pesto in a layered cheesy dish! I actually made this lasagna recently for my vegetarian parents last week and they LOVED it! My mom bought Read more…
Sandwiches are up there with something I could eat everyday and not get tired of because there are SOOOO many ways to make one! The first two sandwich shops I think of in Austin are Gourmand’s and Noble. One far east, one other in midtown, they both share similar sandwich creations, Read more…
After being inspired by Irene’s mac and cheese, deemed “dirty shells,” I knew I had to make my own version of it. These were the most cheesy, warm, and gooey shells that you can’t help but love. It is surprisingly easy to make! I also used protein packed elbow noodles Read more…
After our night in Memphis, we headed to our friend’s wedding at Madison Creek Farms in Goodlettsville, Tennessee (just a quick drive north of Nashville). It was hot and sweaty and beautiful. The only thing I love more than beautiful friends gathered for love and commitment is the food and Read more…
A few weeks ago, Joel and I drove to Nashville for a friends wedding. Actually, Joel drove the whole way there and back because he is a saint. I sat in the passenger seat and napped/DJed/ate snacks. But before we could get to Nashville, we stopped in Memphis. The drive Read more…