A reader recently asked me to go over my hair tips for summertime when it's hot out and the last place we want to spend time is in the bathroom getting ready.
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Read MoreWhile I'm less of a sweet-heat gal (I'm not usually a fan of hot and spicy things that have sweetness to them, such as wings or sauces), I'm all about sweets that have an added element of heat. In this case, the addition of sriracha chili sauce gives homemade strawberry jam, which is fundamentally delicious on its own, a depth and mystery that takes it to the next level.
Read MoreThis is the third installment of a periodical series in which I’m discussing the abbreviated goings-on in my world as of late.
Read MoreLet's talk about "deconstructed" things. Like, when you order the "Deconstructed Banana Cream Pie" and you get an abstract piece of Graham cracker with slices of brûléed bananas and dots of whipped cream artfully arranged around the plate. Nothing (irrationally) annoys me more than this—a deconstructed version of something that should never be eaten any other way than in its constructed form (in my humble, correct opinion).
Read MoreA few friends and I were recently having drinks at a favorite spot, and a really compelling conversation about love and relationships emerged (man do I love Happy Hour fueled think-tanks :)
Read MoreI think it's rare to find a dress that can truly go from outdoor-casual and daytime appropriate to evening event-worthy.
Read MoreA springtime variation of the world's easiest side dish.
Read MoreAs I'm sure you've heard, Nordstrom is having a great sale. I've rounded up some of my favorite things that I'd love to score...
Read MoreI know that "greens and beans" are an actual thing, but speaking more technically, I just love greens and beans, in nearly any form.
Read MoreIn case you might be wondering, too.
Read MoreDo I know what makes a salad a chopped salad? Not really, no.
Read MoreSince a good muffin is actually one of the most underrated and perfect sweets on the planet. why should there be anything less than perfect recipes out there? That's why I often like to turn to the people who've already figured it out.
Read MoreI sort of hate when people make personal declarations like this, but in my circles, I am rather well known for *forcing* people to sleepover.
Read MoreI’ve always loved buying new calendars. There’s just something about it—I love that it’s like rotating artwork, and that it’s also a little surprise to celebrate the start of each month. So, I’ve usually held on to my favorites, assuming I’d eventually put them to good use again at the very low price of: nothing.
Read MoreI normally lean hard into meat and cheese as an appetizer, but lately I've been loving subbing in this simple and delicious ricotta spread for the various cheeses.
Read MoreI definitely think I ordered culottes only to try them on and fall in love with them as wide leg, nearly-full length pants. But I'm so into these blush beauties.
Read MoreDoes anyone even remember the world before avocado toast?
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