Award Winning Chorizo and Black Bean Chili
Last fall, I participated in our neighborhood chili cook-off and my Chorizo and Black Bean Chili with Cornbread Croutons took first place! Never mind that there were only four entries and that each recipe was within a point or two…
How to Throw a Normandy-Inspired Dinner Party
Over the weekend, we celebrated my Dad’s birthday with a Normandy-inspired dinner party — at his request! Last summer, (when traveling abroad was a thing) my parents and my family spent three weeks in France. We all agree that our…
Small Autumn Touches for the Front Porch + a Super Easy Wreath DIY
I’m not one to decorate the front of our home for every holiday. My philosophy has always been to keep it classic and simple for all year consumption — except for Christmas! This year, though…I’ve decided to break with that…
A Home Office Remodel (+ Tips for Styling Bookshelves)
Our home office remodel has been complete for some time and was shared by my husband and me as needed. But, since he started teleworking full time back in March, having a well-appointed, organized, dedicated workspace has been awesome. At…
Getting Creative with an Open Kitchen Remodel
Eliminating walls meant getting creative with our open kitchen remodel. We needed to create adequate storage space, an efficient work triangle, and connect purposefully with adjacent spaces and with the vision for our home. Even before we started getting bids…
Celebrate your dog with a pet pub DIY
It’s National Dog Day so why not celebrate your dog with a pet pub DIY! But first, a montage of our sweet Sooshi! [*Disclosure: some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I…
