With springtime officially upon us, I seem to unload a bounty of citrus from my shopping bags after every visit to the market… to the point where my kitchen is literally overflowing. Fortunately, I’ve discovered a tasty solution to my citrus abundance: lemon bars! I baked these in an 8″ baking dish rather than the typical… read more
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Tuesday Tastings :: Cucumber-Clementine Salsa
It’s true: I’m on a major health kick right now. ‘Tis the season to embrace light, fresh, veggie-driven meals that make me want to pull on my tennis shoes for an after-dinner stroll (instead of curling up under the covers for a Bachelorette marathon… which is so 2 months ago.) I picked up Gwyneth’s new… read more
Orange Crush
I stopped by the Layla Grayce blog last week for a little trend-spotting sesh that was all about tangerine. Hop on over to take a peek, and hope you’re all having a perfectly zesty Sunday! xo {1} mariano vivanco for vogue {2} kendra scott fina earrings from layla grayce {3} thomas paul reversible pillow from… read more
Tuesday Tastings :: Salmon + Grapefruit
Did you all have a happy long weekend? I’d planned on getting lots of productive things done, but when it came down to it, I realized I needed the exact opposite: a couple of days of pure, unproductive relaxation! I did muster up the energy to prepare some delicious meals though, including this broiled salmon… read more
Malibu Dreamin’
Totally inspired by this beachy bachelorette party shot by The Why We Love (spotted on 100 Layer Cake.) The laid-back Cali style, gorgeous florals dripping in citrus, and sunshine-y images of gal pals frolicking on the beach is enough to make me hop a flight to Malibu on the spot. Definitely archiving the navy +… read more
Citrus Brunch…on coco+kelley!
I’m over at coco+kelley today with a spring fantasy that’s sure to inspire gorgeous brunching… Hop on over to get the recipe for these limoncello cocktails, plus loads more juicy fruit ideas!… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Palm Springs
Warm weather has arrived here in Austin, and I find myself craving a little getaway where I can don a bikini and sip mai tai’s by a pool. Perhaps that’s why I’m relishing the opportunity to plan a Palm Springs-inspired book launch bash for one of my fave clients this month, complete with midcentury geometric… read more
Stocking the Bar
January is a month of resolutions and renewal, when we commit to practices that feed our bodies, minds and souls. So for this month’s episode of Stocking the Bar, we ditched the fancy stemware and flavored liqueurs in favor of jaunty juice glasses just waiting to be filled up with just-squeezed OJ. Invite a few… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Zesty New Year
Today’s inspiration board is a perfect reflection of my frame of mind this month… out with the old; in with the new! I don’t know about all of you, but after the decadence of the holidays, I’m ready for lighter fare and very laid-back entertaining. In honor of the colorful citrus fruits in abundance this… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Santorini Sunsets
Today’s inspiration board is inspired by Santorini sunsets: an ombré of fiery shades set against sapphire Mediterranean waters. During my trip to Greece, I spent hours gazing out at the gorgeous sea & watching the ships sail by. This palette combines nautical navy & white with juicy punches of citrus, & it just so happens… read more
