I had heard that freshly picked, sun-ripened blackberries were worth their weight in gold. Now I know why. Both tart and sweet, they have a perfume about them that far surpasses varieties bought in a store. All summer I’ve been getting fresh berries from our local farmers’ market. They’ve been so juicy and delicious. So when a friend recently invited… Read More
Children’s birthdays these days are often a really big deal. Many times they involve elaborate parties with lots of interesting décor, guests, food, sugar, entertainment, and great goodie bags. Big parties—sometimes stressful for the hosts and/or the child—can be nice and a lot of fun, but I find I tend to gravitate towards the idea… Read More
I prefer to live simply, creating more space for peace and balance, but that’s not always easy. So every so often I make sort of an assessment of my possessions. Lately, I’ve been de-cluttering—clearing out storage units and closets and analyzing the value of things I own, asking myself questions like, “do I really need to… Read More
This ultra-light lemony-basil chiffon cake, paired with lemon mascarpone frosting and fresh berries, will melt in your mouth. We know a blackberry is one thing and a raspberry is another, but who knew there was a whole different type of berry called a black raspberry??? Not me. So when I recently came across black raspberries… Read More
When I was pregnant, a friend introduced me to a special community yoga center in Washington, D.C. called Lil Omm. The founder, a woman named Pleasance, created an embracing space that’s so open and welcoming that you easily feel invigorated with every visit. Each week, until I delivered, I took several prenatal classes at Lil… Read More
There are a few types of carrot cake lovers. Some like their carrot cakes dense, filled with nuts, and/or lots of fruits. Then there are others who prefer their carrot cakes light and fluffy. Here, a happy medium with a tropical twist is frosted with a rich, delicious and smooth mascarpone frosting. I’m not a fan… Read More
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