Hi Reader, There is one thing I always do before summer officially starts. I make a big Thrive Market order. Not because I’m trying to be dramatic about snacks, but because once summer hits, the kids are home, we’re running to the beach, packing picnic lunches, heading to games, going on day trips, and suddenly everyone needs a snack every 14 seconds. And I don’t know about you, but I can never find all the snacks I’m looking for at one store. I’m a little picky when it comes to the snacks I...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, After 10 years of marriage, I finally realized something. Some of the kitchen things we registered for, bought in a rush, or just kept using because they were “fine” were not really my style anymore. My kitchen had become this mix of old plates, random bowls, stained pans, soggy drying mats, and things I used every single day but didn’t actually love. So over the past year, I’ve slowly upgraded the pieces I reach for the most. Not huge renovations. Not anything wild. Just the...
4 months ago • 3 min read
Memorial Day is less than 2 weeks away, which means it’s time to figure out what you’re bringing to the BBQ. And if you’re in charge of a side dish, this is your sign to bring something people are actually excited about. These are the BBQ sides I come back to again and again. The ones inspired by family recipes, old favorites, grocery store splurges I decided to recreate at home, and dishes people still ask me for. Here are 7 Memorial Day sides I’d actually be hyped to bring. #7: Thai Peanut...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, So many of you shared that appetizer recipes were the #1 thing you were looking for this Mother's Day. Of course, I got you! If you need a few appetizers that make Mother’s Day feel extra special, here are 10 of my favorites. My Top 10 Mother’s Day Appetizers 1. Mini Baked Brie Sliders These fix all of the problems with baked brie and make it even better! Individual bites break free from the runny mess baked brie becomes! Plus they are only 5 ingredients! It's a no-brainer! Get the...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, Thank you so much for answering my polls on Instagram the last couple days. I saw that a lot of you are looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas, and I completely get it because I usually feel so lost trying to figure out what to get too. So this year, I pulled together a list of gifts I actually think moms will use and love. Including what I'm getting her this year! My top gifts for Mom 1. A Bogg Bag This is what I’m getting my mom this year. The bags are super durable and come in...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, If you’re hosting Mother’s Day brunch this year and want it to feel beautiful without spending the whole morning cooking, I put together a simple formula that makes it so much easier. For me, the best brunches are not the ones with a million things on the table. They’re the ones that feel thoughtful, pretty, and easy to enjoy. Here’s the exact formula I’d use: Start with a wow moment A mimosa tower or a simple mimosa bar instantly makes brunch feel festive and special. Get the...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friend, Easter weekend is basically here, which means it’s time for those last-minute store runs, final menu decisions, and maybe desperately searching for rosemary like I am. So for my final Easter email, I thought I’d share exactly what I’m making this year in case it helps you make those final decisions… or honestly, just copy the menu. I would be honored. We’ll have 16 people at my house this year, and 5 of them are kids, so I’m trying to keep things special, delicious, and realistic....
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hi friend, So many ladies I know are bringing dessert this Easter, and I keep getting asked the same thing: What should I make? And of course I’m happy to share. So I pulled together my Easter dessert recommendations with lots of love in case you’re still deciding what to bring. These are in order of my personal favorites, but honestly, you can’t go wrong. They’re all delicious, and the best choice is the one you’re most excited to make and share. Here are 10 Easter desserts I’d recommend: 1....
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hi friend, If you’re hosting Easter and still need a few finishing touches, I wanted to send you everything I’m using to make Easter feel extra special this year before it’s too late to order what you need. These are the little things that make everything feel prettier, easier, and a bit more magical. The mimosa tower We’ll be serving mimosas, and I love this because it looks so fancy without taking up much space on the counter. I’m tying a little blue ribbon on it, which is going to make it...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hi friend, You guys made this very clear — Easter sides are what you need most right now, so I pulled together my favorite side dish ideas to help make your menu feel a whole lot easier. If you’ve already got the ham or main dish figured out but still need the rest of the table to come together, start here. My Top 5 Easter Sides: 1. Cheesy Mashed Potatoes This is the cozy, crowd-pleasing side that always gets people going back for seconds. You will find these on my easter table this year! Get...
5 months ago • 1 min read