Browsing Category: At Home

The Best Granola

I have written about this amazingly delicious and simple granola before.  It is a staple in our pantry.  My middle daughter loves to cook and this is sort of her thing.  We have had to double or triple the recipe many times as friends, family and teachers request it regularly too.  Recently, we didn’t have any […]

Friday Favorites | Brass Floor Lamps

I’ve been on the look out for floor lighting to add to my living room.  I am thinking a touch of vintage brass would be the perfect addition.  Here are a few that are catching my eye lately.  Which one do you like?  Have any favorites to add to my list? Vintage Koch + Lowy […]

Inspiration | Cooks to Follow

This summer I dove into a few new cookbooks (and one I can hardly wait for) that have me inspired in the kitchen lately.  They each have beautiful photography and tempting recipes with their own take on ingredients.  The common theme, there is no substitute for good, fresh, local food.  Interestingly, two are Bay Area […]

Henri Matisse | The Simple Proof

Henri Matisse: The Cut-outs

I have always tried to hide my efforts and wished my works to have a light joyousness of springtime which never lets anyone suspect the labors it has cost me. – Henri Matisse Henri Matisse | The Tate Museum If your kids are like mine and love a good art show, take them to see the […]

Shrimp Tacos

On our family menu board this week was Shrimp Tacos.  I am always asked for quick weeknight dinner ideas for families, this one couldn’t be more simple.   I don’t use a recipe for this, but I’ve tried to sum it up for you. Know that all these ingredients can be swapped depending on what […]

A Birthday Letter

This weekend we celebrated my oldest’s birthday.  He was born on Labor Day 11 years ago.  Something happens to me each year as he reaches another birthday milestone.  I get incredibly nostalgic and even a little edgy.   I attribute this to him being my first born.  I don’t feel this way as my younger […]

Friday Favorite | Labor Day Weekend

Happy Weekend!  What do you have planned for the 3 -day weekend?  We are making our final summer trip to Lake Tahoe.  Looking forward to seeing my favorite blue water, spending time in the sunshine with good friends and savoring the last drops of summer fun.  I’ve rounded up a few of my simple favorites for […]