September! Back to school! Temperatures lowering enough that we can finally (maybe) turn the air conditioning off! Apples and Brussels sprouts galore! Moving to California has made me really, really love fall – I love the temperatures getting back to …

My latest post for Joie de Vivre Hotels is a basic breakfast that’ll keep you going on the slopes or out in about in Lake Tahoe. One of JDV’s new hotels is the Hotel Becket, chocked full of rustic alpine …

Folks, it’s almost fall, I write this to you from outside (where I almost need long sleeves) and it’s already solidly September. Labor Day has come and gone, school is in session, and when I get home from work it’s nearly dark …

If you’re anything like me, Valentines’s Day is an over-exaggerated Hallmark holiday meant to force you to spend time thinking about how great your conscious coupling is. For those of us in relationships, it can feel a bit forced, and …

I love breakfast, and I love eggs. I yearn for big weekend breakfasts full of omelettes and waffles and pancakes, fresh fruit and endless cups of coffee. I love cooking on the weekend when the days of endless possibilities are …

Hi there, chickadees! I’m three for three this year in terms of Garlic, My Soul contributions, which is pretty much the longest trend I’ve ever had, because I get distracted easily, and also, I spend most of my time chasing …

A month ago, Jennie sent me a calendar invite to “Pot Pie Night” with some of our friends. I’ve learned not to ask questions when these things happen, so I responded by RSVPing “yes” and researching pot pie recipes. We’ve …

This year, we’re advocating that you stay home for Valentine’s Day. Especially if you’re a fellow resident of Los Angeles, and you’d like to spare yourself the pricey prix fixe menu, traffic jams, and the epic hunt for affordable parking. …