Reflecting on 2015

Today, 2015 comes to a close and to be honest with you, these past 364 days have been nothing short of a blur. I was having a minor panic attack that I didn’t do nearly the amount of things that I had wanted to get done this year, like blogging more, traveling to more new… Continue reading Reflecting on 2015

Goldfinch Tavern

All too often, when looking at a travel website, a dining recommendation is listed and its location might be one of the big cities like Los Angeles or New York. When that reviewed restaurant is from your hometown, you know you have to try it. I was glancing at Conde Nast Traveler and the Goldfinch Tavern,… Continue reading Goldfinch Tavern

An Italian Love Affair

With a few days at home and a little less jet lag, I’ve started to go through the thousands of photographs we took on the trip and realized how special our adventure was. The whole trip was centered around the Carnivale in Venice, something I have always wanted to experience, and the timing of the… Continue reading An Italian Love Affair

Apple & Tart Cherry Crisp

With a 20 pound box of apples sitting on my dining room table, I knew I had the two options; either start eating them or toss them. As Fall has set in, there is an abundance of cooking and baking opportunities with some of Washington’s staple crops, such as apples! I needed a quick dessert… Continue reading Apple & Tart Cherry Crisp

Return to Italy

In four short months, I will be returning to Italy, not only for a little time away but also for a birthday celebration. It has always been one of my bucket list items to go to the Carnivale in Venice during February. Being able to wander around through the twists and turns of cobbled streets,… Continue reading Return to Italy