Around this time of year I start dreaming of the fall season, but I do realize it is only mid August and the weather will stay quite warm for a while. One of my favorite aspects of summertime is dining outdoors and in an attempt to savor the last of the summer season and be […]

The holiday party scene is in full swing which is something I look forward to every year, particularly hosting. Despite not having a dining room or dining table, we host my family every year for a holiday dinner followed by my favorite Sausalito tradition, the lighted boat parade. I have amassed some favorites for easy […]

I have touched on this in a few past posts, but over the years I have amassed quite the assortment of classic white serving and baking dishes. I am forever drawn to whimsical floral plates and platters, but because I only have so much storage in my kitchen almost all of my serving and prep […]

You all know by now how much I crave a little moment in my living space. Trays are one of my favorite accents to achieve this simply because they add another layer between a surface and an object. I love layering trays with a vase, candles, lamps – you name it! My recent vintage silver […]

In a recent Instagram Q&A I was asked about my favorite entertaining pieces and go to serveware I have on hand. Although we live in a very small apartment, I have amassed a nice collection of entertaining staples that makes it much easier to host small get togethers. Of course I dream of having a […]

A seasonal tablescape is one of my favorite decorating components to put together, especially in the fall. When it comes to Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving or any get together – I find autumnal colors and textures to be so beautiful and comforting. I was very excited to collaborate with Birch Lane on a fall inspired table setting […]

Earlier this month I threw a baby shower for one of my best friends who is expecting a baby boy in the fall. It was so fun to put together a party celebrating something so special and I loved finding a lot of little personal details that reminded me of her. I shared a bit […]

Every year right before Mother’s Day rolls around my mom says “Don’t get me anything!” It is pretty much her default for any holiday, but of course I always get her a little something. When I lived and LA and had no money I started making my mom, Ina Garten’s lemon cake and wrapping it […]

Although it is not quite spring and I don’t even have an outdoor space, I am always dreaming of al fresco entertaining and breezy tablescapes. The patio at Ralph’s in Paris is one of my favorite outdoor seating areas and it provides so much inspiration for a backyard or spring table set up. The layering […]

It really is hard to believe Christmas is this weekend, but I am very excited to take some time off and check out for a bit. I did that for the first time last year and it made the world of difference with actually feeling refreshed after the holidays and not more overwhelmed. I am […]