I have a lot of opinions about mocktails. My strongest ones: they need to taste great (not depressing), and they need to be simple to pull together. But mocktails can be tricky to pull off because, let’s face it, alcohol is pretty special. Fortunately, I’m a very determined person, and when I got pregnant, I…
As someone who grew up in a cute little beachside town, coastal decor has always held a special place in my heart. Maybe that’s because the ocean feels like home to me. But I also adore the clean, neutral beauty of the coastal aesthetic. That said, I personally find it a difficult style to pull…
As much as I love the outdoors, I would probably consider myself more of an… indoor person. And yet, when it comes to entertaining, I keep coming back to my backyard. While hosting outdoors means braving challenges like sun, wind, bugs, and dirt (ugh), there’s something special about it that makes all the hassle worth…
Monday might objectively be the worst weekday, but Tuesday is its own unique monster. At least on Monday, I have some level of motivation to start the week, but by Tuesday, it’s usually evaporated. And the weekend is still SO far away. Maybe that’s why I love Taco Tuesday so much. After all, tacos make…
The best ribeye tacos I’ve ever eaten in my life were at a resort in Mexico. The steak was tender and delicious, and the tacos were topped with sautéed onions, pico de gallo, and guacamole — an excellent flavor combo. But what really set these apart was that the tortillas were pan-seared with mozzarella cheese,…
Homemade guacamole is one of my all-time favorite apps. Maybe because it’s tasty but feels healthy (because avocado and green, right?). Plus, it’s an excuse to eat tortilla chips, which is always a win — I’m an avid carb lover. However, guac can feel a little daunting to make from scratch. After all, avocados aren’t…