May 27, 2015

How to {The ultimate breakfast in bed}

I have dreams of the ultimate breakfast in bed experience. It's pretty simple, with a little thought and effort. Here is your step by step on how to create a truly special experience for your loved...READ MORE

January 27, 2012

Valentine's Day…make it special!

My perfect valentine's day does not involve a reservation at the hottest restaurant, or even a night out on the town. My husband and I usually spend valentines day at home. It doesn't hurt that he is an amazing cook, so he usually cooks up something fabulous. But I get in on the cooking action too. One year, we each prepared 2 courses and revealed them with menus and all that night. Served with a bottle of wine we had picked up on a trip to Napa, it was...READ MORE

February 9, 2010

a DIY Valentines Day

I am a big fan of making valentines day low key, personal, and romantic. I usually skip the big fancy dinners on that night and go for something more meaningful, make a dinner at home and eat by candle light with a a great bottle of wine. Below are some ideas I had to make this valentines day special, meaningful, and affordable! First and foremost there must be a card or love note (photos via the anthropologist). I like recalling some of my favorite...READ MORE