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Ham is the classic choice for Easter, whether its center stage for brunch or dinner. Typically you’ll find your ham glazed with brown sugar, but if you’re in the mood for something new you’ve come to the right place! So why do we eat ham for Easter? Traditionally, animals were harvested in fall allowing the […]

No matter your design style, whether it be rustic, modern, transitional, or colonial there are foundational decor pieces that every home needs. I refer to these essentials as capsule decor. These are pieces that you reach for time and time again. If you’re feeling stuck designing a particular space, or you want to take your […]

When I was teaching, each month a grade level would be asked to provide breakfast for the staff during our morning meetings. Inevitably, the fourth grade was always asked to host the March meeting. I had to get creative because so many breakfast casseroles contain meat which didn’t fair well for the many coworkers that […]

A new year always has me thinking about my health goals and getting back to healthy eating. We’re a gluten free household, but that doesn’t mean we always stay away from gluten-free baked goods, especially through the holidays. This post contains affiliate links which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to […]

Mike’s family has some of the best recipes I’ve ever had. Most of which stem from his paternal grandmother who lived for a period of time in San Antonio, Texas, and then Miami, Flordia. Her cooking was heavily influenced by the culture around her and had quite the Texan and Cuban flare. This post contains […]

Feel inspired this autumn season with rich brown tones, warm metals, hints of burgundy and rust with cozy textures. Shop for you and your home, and get a peek at my own autumnal decor. Throw Blankets + Pillows Florals/Trees/Vases Art Kitchen + Dining Decor Fashion

During the holiday season, we added open shelving and a few new furniture pieces to our home, so once all of the festive decorations were tucked away, home felt very sparse. I’ve been slowly gathering a few new decor pieces to cozy the place up and thought I’d share what I’ve found. Most of the […]

As we freshen up our homes post-holiday, botanicals are the perfect element to add. There isn’t a single space in my home that doesn’t have florals or greenery. They immediately add organic texture and create an extension of our surroundings. I’m a huge fan of using fresh eucalyptus, but throughout the year it may be […]

Simple tips to add fall to your kitchen. If you know me at all, you know that I love to decorate for the seasons. Whether I’m adding decor for a styled corner or creating a centerpiece for my island, I want to keep it simplistic and functional all the while making the most out of […]