I can’t stop thinking about this peach watermelon salad. It checks every single box for what I want on a summer plate—sweet, juicy, salty, tangy, and just a tiny bit fancy. But in a low-effort kind of way. Nothing fussy here. I’m talking grilled peaches, cold watermelon, peppery arugula, a drizzle of this zippy ginger-lime … Read more
If you’ve ever found yourself frantically Googling what to do at a sleepover while wiping pizza grease off the counter—same. I’ve been there. You say yes to hosting one, and suddenly you’re wondering how to keep a pack of kids from bouncing off the walls until midnight. They’re thrilled, you’re already tired, and now you … Read more
Lentil Soup That Actually Fills You Up I make this soup when the weather’s weird or I just need to clean out the fridge. Lentils don’t get enough credit—they’re cheap, full of protein, and they soak up flavor like a sponge. Here’s what usually goes in: Lentils – $1.50 Carrots – $1.00 Celery – $1.00 … Read more
How I Store and Reheat French Toast Casserole If there’s one thing I love about French toast casserole, it’s how good the leftovers are. Like, weirdly good. You’d think it might go soggy or dry out, but if you store and reheat it the right way, it holds up like a champ. And on a … Read more
Final Thoughts There’s something about strawberry cake that always pulls me in. It’s the kind of dessert that doesn’t need a big pitch—just the word “strawberry” and I’m already halfway to the kitchen. It’s nostalgic, it’s pretty, and when it’s made right, it’s so good. But I’ve had a few rough ones over the years. … Read more
Best Breads For Making French Toast Let’s get one thing straight—not all bread deserves to become french toast. Some slices collapse the second they hit the batter. Others stay weirdly chewy in the middle, like they never got the memo. But then there are the real MVPs—the breads that soak up all that cinnamon-vanilla goodness … Read more
You don’t need a castle or a dress code to throw a tea party that feels a little bit fancy. All it really takes? A table full of pretty little bites, a pot of strong tea, and maybe a floral plate or two. Tea party finger foods do the heavy lifting here—they’re cute, they’re tasty, … Read more
Naming a baby girl is no small task. It’s one of those things that sounds fun—until you’re six hours deep in a name list, wondering if “Etta” is charming or just… kinda old. I’ve been there, flipping between unique names, vintage gems, and meaningful names that carry some history or cultural weight. It’s exciting but … Read more
I’m in my tea party era. Give me all the dainty sandwiches, buttery pastries, and anything I can eat with two fingers while pretending I’m sitting in a garden somewhere in England. Bonus points if there’s a floral plate involved. These tea party food ideas? They’re the real deal. The kind of thing you’d serve … Read more
Am I the only one who thinks that the snacks are one of the best parts of tea parties? I mean they are all so little and cute and fancy! Plus the bite-sized portions allows you to nibble on a bunch of different snacks to try. The last time that I hosted a tea party … Read more