Hawaii was closed to tourists and visitors from March 2020 through about October 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Which, let’s be real, their healthcare infrastructure would not be able to handle the spikes in hospitalizations we saw in California and New York. So! When they announced they were opening with restrictions, and numbers started…
CHIC KITCHEN APPLIANCES
When I saw these, I immediately stopped my scroll. How gorgeous and chic looking are these kitchen appliances! And they are all under $100 (minus that air fryer + toaster oven combo thats only $130!). I couldn’t believe these came from Walmart, but they have obviously stepped up their game! If I didn’t just get…
MAUI 2021 PHOTO DIARY
We spent a week in Maui for my 30th birthday! For years, I’ve dreamed of a grander adventure for my 30th; think Bali, Bora Bora or Singapore, but because of COVID travel restrictions, we had to scale back and think of something inside the US. I mean, I can’t complain – Maui is literally paradise….
Blueberry Banana Oat Bread
If you’re looking to switch up your breakfast routine, or maybe you need a recipe to use up those ripe looking bananas on your counter – I gotchu! I’ve been making a version of this bread for a couple years now, but that recipe called for almond flour. And while it was delicious, it was…
H and M kitchen inspiration
Who knew H and M (yes! the clothing store) had such good home goods! I came across their selection of homewares when I was searching for affordable pillow cases for our office day bed, and quickly saw they have a veryyyyy good selection of kitchen goods too! And at such good prices, you really can’t…
Snickerdoodle bliss balls
These snickerdoodle bites instantly transport me back to summers at my grandparents house when I was a kid. My grandma makes THE BEST snickerdoodle cookies. And you know, no matter how close you follow the recipe, it’s just never the same. Alas, I came up with comparable no-bake snickerdoodle bites that are healthier, easier to…
Mediterranean Bean Salad
It’s no secret that Mediterranean food reigns supreme around here (with Mexican food and pizza a close second and third). You can’t go wrong with all those fresh flavors. Eating this salad day after day has me dreaming of a Greek getaway. That could be the COVID quarantine talking too. But in all serious-ness, I’ve…
THINGS I’M LOVING in February
I get messages now and then about items I share over on Instagram, so I thought I would do monthly round ups over here to links of things I’m loving each month. It’s been a few months since I’ve posted one, so here’s what I’m loving this month! If you’re looking for more favorites, head…
Berry Baked Oatmeal
I’m always looking for ways to change up breakfast, especially on busy mornings. It’s usually a blueberry toaster waffle topped with nut butter as I run out the door to work; or the occasional overnight oats if I remember the night before. But THESE! These baked oatmeal squares with berries are a game changer! They…
DATE NIGHT CHRONICLES: PART II
Date night to experience Insomniac’s Electric Mile at Santa Anita Park Check out our vlog to see where we had dinner, dessert and how we got upgraded to VIP for free! Check out and purchase tickets to The Electric Mile HERE. XO