Wow, this is the longest hiatus I’ve taken from blogging… I think ever! While all for good reasons, I’m feeling less and less inclined to share personal things on the Internet. I’m not sure if it’s age, the fact that people have become exceptionally nosy or that fact that it just simply isn’t a priority… But I’m not as into it as I used to be. But alas, I feel…
Perhaps one of my favorite memories from my early years in DC was when a culinary friend came to visit. We met up at a farmer’s market, bought some delicious, fresh ingredients and went home to prepare a delectable dinner on my crummy coil-electric stove. Years later, that memory has stuck with me as perhaps the biggest pivot in my eating habits. Ever since then, I have grown to appreciate…
When I try to explain the wonder that is Put-In-Bay, I’m often met with confusion. “Wait, you go to an island in a lake?” Yes, and it’s magical. Put-In-Bay is the village that’s on South Bass Island, one of the glacial limestone islands in Lake Erie. While it might be quiet and sleepy during off season, it’s perhaps the most fun you can have in the Lake Erie Vacationland during…
Despite having a mild dairy intolerance, there are few things in the world I enjoy more than cheese. Long before charcuterie boards became all the rage, Cheese Haven was THE place to go for the perfect afternoon boat snack. Now that charcuterie boards are all the rage, it’s still the place to go for all things snacky and drinky. Cheese Haven is a family-owned store located a short drive from…
I am writing this post on a May day when it’s still quite chilly. To say that I’m craving a summer at the lake would be an understatement. It’s simply gorgeous up there in the summertime and I’m looking forward to three blissful months of pool days, boating, and sipping drinks while overlooking the water. Today I wanted to talk about one of my favorite places in Catawba, Twin Oast…
Happy Wednesday! Can you BELIEVE we’re almost to May? This school year has absolutely flown by but I’m craving a summer away from DC with Ohio friends at the Lake. Sigh. I can’t wait. Today I’m linking up with two of my favorite blogs, Mix and Match Mama and Sheaffer Told Me To for today’s What’s Up Wednesday. Enjoy! What We’re Eating I’ve been on a total baking kick and…
Even though it is freezing and I’m writing this wearing an oversized sweater and leggings, spring is around the corner and I’m here for it. I was in Houston this past weekend and spent an afternoon at my friends’ club where people were SWIMMING and LAYING IN THE SUN. I got green with envy. So, instead of wallowing in self pity, here I am reminding myself that I *do* live…
Perhaps one of my favorite things about living in DC (along with Restaurant Week, of course) is Gala Season! Not that there’s anything wrong with this but most of the people I grew up with in Ohio have only worn formal gowns to prom and as bridesmaids in weddings. I personally love dressing up, meeting fun new people and contributing to great causes. And now, they’re back in full swing!…
Pro tip: At the end of every year, ask your Facebook followers which book was their favorite of that year. You get some AMAZING recommendations. I’m starting off 2023 on a reading high note and thought I’d share some good ones. Enjoy! Bomb Shelter I am a sucker for memoirs and this was no exception. It’s a quick, easy read but also very impactful. I certainly enjoyed it! The Warsaw…
Not to toot my own horn, but several people have asked me how I “do it all.” Mind you, many of the people who ask me this have kids (I don’t) so perhaps they’re comparing their lives to mine. There is no humanly possible way I could work four 12+ hour days per week if I had humans to keep alive. Yes, I keep an insane schedule and yes, I…