RIVERINE NON-ALCOHOLIC SPIRIT

Definitely not cutting out booze but I am taking a moderate approach with alcohol! It’s a great choice to support a healthy lifestyle! Currently loving Riverine from AMASS. It’s just so light and refreshing.

Riverine is a refined non-alcoholic spirit that encapsulates the lush landscape of the Pacific Northwest’s temperate rainforest. Distilled with a regional blend of botanicals, it takes its cues from culinary practice for a distinct finish. Coniferous notes from Juniper are brightened by Sumac, Sorrel, Lemon Peel, and Apple, while Thyme, Mint, and Parsley lend a rich herbal earthiness. Each botanical is individually distilled in a proprietary hydrosteam distillation process to extract essential oils for a crisp and evergreen flavor profile reminiscent of the towering firs and coastal mountains of British Columbia.

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A Taste Of Santa Fe in Tulsa- La Tertulia

Such a lovely small and beautifully pared back restaurant! The distinctive attitude towards food and interiors is at the heart of La Tertulia and make each visit exciting, intimate and unforgettable. The kind of place you could linger over a glass of sangria or a pitcher of margaritas and dinner for hours and hours…

Anyone who has read this blog a few times knows I’ve had a very long love affair with Santa Fe and New Mexican cuisine. And I am already having a massive love affair with Tulsa based La Tertulia. I love any and all New Mexican cuisine! There is nothing like Northern New Mexican food for spicy, earthy comfort food. I simply can’t get enough of it!

As you may know Tulsa’s restaurants are open for indoor dining and outdoor dining and people are getting vaccinated - but if you’re sticking with takeout still like me- then add La Tertulia to your list! Going out to eat is what you do and well, this is rough. I get teary eyed reading about restaurants and thinking back to my fond memories of eating delicious dinners with friends but I am happy I can still support my local faves and take a break from cooking! I really am not sure when I will be ready for indoor dining again. (Just being honest here)

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Scenes From Easter

“The Easter eggs symbolizes our ability to break out of the hardened, protective shell we’ve surrounded ourselves with that limits our thoughts and beliefs. As we break open our hearts and minds we discover a transformation to new, life enhancing thoughts and beliefs.”
— Siobhan Shaw

Happy Easter (to those who celebrate ) to you from us! It’s been quite a fun delicious weekend as you can see!

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Handmade Goods Inspired by Bees-Featuring Eight Hands Farm & Bee Co.

Becoming more intentional with my alone time is a huge goal of mine in April! (How is it April already BTW?) I am really needing to shift my focus to using my alone time more productively. Each week it looks different—whether it’s meditation or yoga or even just. warm intentional mindful bath or a nap. Anything where I can truly recharge and come back refreshed……

Taking a holistic approach to restoring our spaces, minds, bodies, and hearts in small but powerful ways is so important! I am currently dealing with major obstacles with my health and really just want to hold space for myself. I want this season to bloom a healthier and happier me.

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Balanced Skin During That Pesky Time Of The Month ➰

Payot My Period The Cure is a case of 9 serums with 3 specific formulas, tailor-made to rebalance the skin of women during the female cycle.

Day 1 to 3: purifying serums with mint extract that purify and cleanse the skin to eliminate imperfections due to the hormonal peak at the start of menstruation.
Day 4 to 6: Soothing serums with jasmine extract that soothe, comfort and nourish skin sensitized by stress hormone fluctuations during periods.

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La Maison du Chocolat For Easter

At Maison du Chocolat, Nicolas Cloiseau ingeniously nuances the finest cocoas to reveal them in a few grams of chocolate. In his art of blending, only the balance of taste counts. It is all this subtlety that marks a Maison chocolate. The alchemy of cocoa characteristics is revealed with exceptional ingredients. The sensations follow one another in nuances and length in the mouth without ever masking the chocolate.

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A Table In Paris

A visual exploration of the Paris dining scene, with stories, guides, and recommendations from everyday patrons and famous aficionados alike

Paris is a city like no other, beloved by travelers the world over for its incomparable architecture, atmosphere, arts, and, of course, food. The restaurants of Paris are rich with history, culture, and flavor. Whether you're a frequent visitor to the City of Light with memories of your favorite meals or an armchair traveler dreaming of the cuisine you could discover there, A Table in Paris will take you on a delicious visual journey through the arrondissements that you'll never forget. In his signature loose and evocative style, artist John Donohue has rendered an incredible sampling of the iconic institutions, hidden gems, and everything in between that make the Paris dining scene one of a kind.

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Story Telling- Chanel No. 5.

This vintage bag with an even more beautiful perfect lining given to me by Jan ( Lin’s mom) is so special. Nothing says "sophistication" like a beautiful bag from a more elegant era -

And Chanel No. 5. It’s one rite of passage every woman should experience. From the iconic black and white box and the weight of the rectangular glass bottle to the complex scent of florals and amber ..

So fascinated with the history behind it..

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Spring Decorating With Roses

First day of Spring beautifying my home with pops of color .

I do love my minimalistic and monochromatic “greige” space but I do love to experiment with bright colors and fun vibrant hues too.

If you're ready to banish winter and usher in spring, these preserved roses will have your home feeling fresh all season long. Beautiful roses from The Million Roses are unique home decorations, emotional and romantic. Spring roses in tenderly soft and brightly rich colors evoke deep feelings and add a gorgeous, fresh and festive look to home decor.

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Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Scenes from this Saint Patrick’s Day ... all while daydreaming of Ireland's emerald fields, craggy cliffs, oceanside vistas, winding tree-lined roads, crumbling ancient castles, and white sheep! ( no, I have never been but I watch enough movies and badly badly want to visit one day!)

Here is my first #IrishSodaBread smothered in @kerrygoldusa Irish Butter and I am pretty sure this is what dreams are made of!

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Dreamy Candles Inspired By Nature, Travel, Moments And Memories- Brooklyn Candle Company

If I can’t travel the world, I’ll bring the world right to me — that’s the motto I’ve held onto during this whole pandemic to keep me sane! I have cooked my way around the world in my kitchen perfecting some of my favorite things I love to eat! Italy (homemade pasta of all sorts!) France (crepes!), and Israel (shakshuka!) Mexico (mole enchiladas!) Spain (paella!) I mean -the list goes on and on! This bring-the-world-home motto has of course carried through to my candles too. I mean a beautiful aroma can completely transport you.

And Brooklyn Candle Studio just makes the best candles to transport you to your favorite places while sitting on your sofa relaxing or having a hectic work day.

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Thoughts On Reopening.....

To think this time last year we were in a lockdown. And now it all seems to be coming to an end. For most of you it was a truly awful experience but for me it wasn't all bad. I really grew to appreciate the changes it brought to my life and if I am being completely honest here -I am simply not ready to entirely release my grasp on them. I finally had the time + desire to learn new hobbies, make new recipes, rediscover things I hadn’t even thought about in ages! I loved the quiet - I loved the silence ...

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All-Natural Handmade French-Inspired Dog Macarons

When you discover the most lavish and decadent French-inspired dog treats-well, I mean how could Melvin and Henry not experience them?! Bonne et Filou is just adorable!

Their 100% natural recipe is handmade in the USA and is free of artificial coloring or any preservatives. Their ingredients are all healthy for dogs, corn-free, and wheat-free, and sourced from local suppliers - only the best for our four-legged royals.

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