Ive got a little over two months left in LA after an unforgettable 6 years. Ive really come to love it here and one of the main reasons is because there is so much to do and see. I feel like Ive take...
Going to the Flower District on the weekend is easily one of my favorite activities. I love walking there and being able to smell the flowers before I even arrive. Its also a nice way to treat myself...
A welcoming chalkboard signA cute display of cookbooks that makes the restaurant feel cozy and organicMy fried egg sandwich with caramelized onions, arugula, tomato and gruyere (so good!)Tommy ordere...
This weekend I made three recipes from pinterest including these lemon blueberry cheesecake bars. I didnt get a picture of the actual bars since by the time they cooled it was dark out, and also beca...
Ive wanted to be a therapist since I was a senior in high school and Im happy to share with you that Im now one (huge) step closer to achieving my goal. This fall, Ill be moving back to Por...
Spring is just around the corner which means I am craving two things: new decor and fresh flowers. I picked up the tall green vase at the Flower District and its perfect for the cherry blossoms that ...
Sushi is so much fun to make at home, although Ill admit it can be challenging. Be prepared to throw a few rolls out when youre first starting (but of course keep the good stuff that goes inside). Al...
Oh boy, this is the perfect panini for someone like me who loves salty, savory dishes. Its packed with creamy brie and layered with thinly sliced prosciutto and sweet apples. The scallion butter adds...
Im convinced that I got the best peonies at the entire Flower District on Saturday. They were at one of the first vendors. I asked how much they were ($10) and walked away to see if I could find a be...
On Saturday, Tommy and I hosted a holiday cocktail party. It was the first party either of us have ever thrown that wasnt centered around copious amounts of alcohol in red cups. Oh yes, this was a re...
I feel like I look forward to the holidays all year and when they finally arrive, they come and go way too quickly. This year Im trying to savor the holiday season and celebrate all that it has to of...
Heading home for the holidays is something Ive cherished since college when I realized how great it is to have a break from the real world and spend time with the people I love most. I spent the last...
Last Sunday turned out to be a beautiful day and I had so much fun taking my new camera (I got this model) out to take pictures of my neighborhood. There is so much history and beauty in the urban se...
I love having fresh flowers around but hate it when its time to throw them out. So to make sure I get the most out of them, I like to make hand painted cards using flowers instead of paintbrushes.Sup...
Im spending my Saturday in Manhattan beach. We just went for a swim and look what Tommy found me in the ocean!
Im always looking for a good homemade pasta salad and Ill definitely make this one again. Its super light and fresh tasting, and the slightly sauteed zucchini gives it a nice crunch. I also like...
For some reason, Ive been getting Martha Stewart Living delivered to my loft without signing up for it. It has quickly become one of my favorite reads and I feel like the whole thing is written ...
I got my Instax Mini on eBay and have been really happy with it. Its fun to bring out during warm summer days and I love the nostalgic effect each photo has. To ensure that my photos dont stack up in...
Malibu. All the essentials: beach hat, hacky sack, cold drinksIve been having some pretty sweet beach days lately. My boyfriend and I drove along the coast to get to Malibu and my girlfriend and I ha...
I took my aunt and cousin to the Flower District this weekend. The flowers up top were $1 and the others were $2. Best deals yet and we had lots of fun exploring the market!
If youre like me and Food Network is one of your favorite channels, then youve probably heard Ina Garten say "good olive oil" and wished she would just say the name. Well, according to h...
When I was little I used to complain about going to Black Butte Ranch for a week every summer because it was so "boring". My dad always told me that one day I would appreciate it. Well, guess...
These crumb bars by Smitten Kitchen have become quite popular in the blogosphere, and for good reason. Theyre delicious, seasonal, dont require a ton of ingredients and you can make them a day ahead ...
Going to the Flower District on Saturday has become somewhat of a ritual for me. Im comfortable navigating the entire place and I have my favorite vendors that always have the freshest flowers at the...
On Sunday I hosted a brunch with the girls and wanted to have an egg dish but didnt want to serve scrambled eggs, so I made a frittata. Even though this was my first frittata, when all was said and d...
I realize "Weekend in Review" doesnt have the same ring to it on a Wednesday, but this past weekend was too good not to share. Im trying this as a new segment and will hopefully post on Tuesd...
My Memorial Day weekend was filled with relaxation. I got my hair done, barbecued on the roof (my contribution was bruschetta and red, white and blue salad), watched 24, and just hung out. After retu...
I wish the Flower District had different hours, but alas, its only open till 12 on Saturday. Im getting my hair done tomorrow morning so I probably wont be able to make it. Im excited to get a trim a...
You guys, Im back from rafting the Grand Canyon and it was one of the most amazing trips Ive ever been on. The scenery was truly spectacular and being surrounded by people Ive grown up with who know ...
Every once in a while Ill come across a website thats fun to just browse. Notonthehighstreet.com is my current favorite since a lot of the items are only available for UK delivery. There are 75 pages...
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