Peonies. They were everywhere in our wedding, made up my bridal bouquet with a few gardenias too, and what I go crazy for during Spring & Summer when they're in bloom out here. Arrowtown is absolutely beautiful -- it has one main road that's lined with bakeries and charming restaurants, white picket fences, small church steeples on seemingly every corner, brick & stone cottages, and peonies. Everywhere. I was in love. Cam, patient and wonderful husband that he is, humored me while I ... continue reading...
Queenstown
Queenstown! We got in just before sunset {9:30PM!} and sat on the patio of a little restaurant near the water, serenaded by an outdoor pianist, warming up with delicious hot soup and refreshing Monteith Goldens, loving the cute, lively town ushering in the beginning of summer. There's so much to do there, but one thing we highly recommend is to grab cappuccinos in the morning and spend a day in the vineyards. No surprise, right!? We went in a cellar cave, ate freshly made cheese at the ... continue reading...
Okinawa Tomato, Avocado, Gorgonzola Salad
Okinawa's winter gets cold, or atleast feels cold, but summer returned on Saturday when I made this easy lunch. Summertime is my favorite time of year, or any day that's warm with blue skies and sun-kissed skin. Must be the Santa Barbaran in me! Cam was on 24-hour duty at work, so I headed to the beach with a book, journal, and thank you cards to write. I just wanted to soak it all up, and breath in every moment of this beautiful time on Okinawa that seems to be going too fast. When ... continue reading...
Happy New Year! Sparkling Berry Baked Brie
Warm, gooey baked brie covered in honey and berries that shimmer. How I love this appetizer. It's quick to make too, and goes perfectly with prosecco or your favorite bubbly. I have another New Years post coming, but wanted to get this one up in case anyone is looking for an easy appetizer for New Years Eve. I hope you have a wonderful night, full of thanksgiving for this past year! I am thankful for all of you, for reading and encouraging me, and for many of you who already are or who have ... continue reading...
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