A Nostalgic Tradition Worth Reviving In the Midwest, the relish tray wasn’t a trend — it was a ritual. It appeared at every gathering, no matter the occasion. Before the meal, before the main event, there it was: a platter of small bites meant to welcome you in. I grew up with the same ingredients […]
A Love Letter When my husband, Scot, and I first visited the Texas Hill Country in 2017, we fell in love. You’d think it was the wine that captured our hearts — and truthfully, the wine is wonderful — but what really drew us in were the people. There’s a generosity of spirit here, a […]
Let’s get one thing straight: this is not the tiramisu you’ve had at one of those chain restaurants. This version is soft, airy, and subtly sweet — the kind of dessert that feels like a little secret indulgence at the end of a good meal. It’s the real deal, made with crisp, Italian-style ladyfingers (none of that sponge […]
Some recipes transport you — not just in flavor, but in feeling. This one takes me straight back to Montalcino. In 2023, Scot and I had one of those unforgettable meals at a quiet little restaurant tucked into the hills of this beautiful Tuscan town. The food was simple, soulful, and cooked with the kind […]
A Hill Country Summer in Italy I’ve just returned from Italy, and while my suitcase may be unpacked, my heart (and tastebuds) are still very much abroad. There’s something about the rhythm of Italian life — the way meals unfold slowly, the way ingredients sing on their own without needing much fuss, the way herbs […]
A Hill Country Summer in Italy There are some trips that stay with you long after the bags are unpacked and the laundry is done. My recent journey to Italy was one of those — not just a vacation, but a reminder of why I fell in love with food, travel, and sharing both with […]
Chicken Diane, a classic French dish, traditionally features pan-seared beef in a creamy sauce. But today, we’re putting a modern twist on this elegant recipe, swapping out the beef for tender chicken and infusing the dish with the earthy flavors of locally sourced wild mushrooms. Why This Recipe Works: Tips & Variations: Enjoy this delicious […]
Hosting a dinner party can feel daunting, but what if you turned it into a regular, relaxed affair with friends? Enter the supper club: a rotating dinner party where friends take turns hosting intimate gatherings. It’s a fantastic way to build deeper connections, explore new cuisines, and rediscover the joy of shared meals. When I […]
I love soup! If you go through the history of my blog posts or on Instagram, you will see that I share a lot of soup recipes. I think that my love for soup stems from my mom. There was something about smelling soup on the stove as a kid that makes me want to […]