A Cozy Candle Moment With Gentleman Farmer
A Cozy Candle Moment With Gentleman Farmer

Books and candles are two of my favorite things so naturally I spent yesterday early evening lost in notes of bergamot, cedarwood, leather, and spices leafing through worn, well-loved stories .

I have always loved the smell of old book pages and this Wood Paneled Library Candle’s scent will make you think of yellowed, crinkled aged pages, worn book covers, aged leather, and a touch of wooden bookshelf and inviting stories of yore. Wow Gentleman Farmer…..you have given my modern open reading nook a vintage library feel through aroma and I am in love. The scent is truly reminiscent of aged books. It’s such an intriguing timeless scent!

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Fulvic & Humic Acid For Wellness
Fulvic & Humic Acid For Wellness

Always love finding new products to support my wellness journey. And fulvic humic acid is so fascinating.

Fulvic & Humic acid is one of the oldest and most studied health support products in existence. It not only supports the adrenals, the thyroid, the metabolism, increases energy product, boost mitochondria, boost the immune system, improves mental health, supports sleep, and addresses digestion issues- it can also be used topically or in a bath to make your skin insanely healthy and clear.

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Lasagnes Maison Recipe Featuring Pillivuyt
Lasagnes Maison Recipe Featuring Pillivuyt

Few things are as comforting as a hearty plate of cheesy pasta. It fills both the body and soul with joy—and if it’s a particularly delicious recipe, it can become embedded in your memory. And lasagna is warming, satisfying, and soothing. Lasagna is a way of life at my house really! We love Italian food! The cheesy goodness and the fact that it's all in one pan, the whole experience is all so heavenly. It's always seems like a warm pasta dish has a way of bringing people together too.

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Francophile, RecipesSamantha RubleComment
Parisian Breakfast Party Featuring Pillivuyt
Parisian Breakfast Party Featuring Pillivuyt

Have you ever wondered what a real French breakfast is like?

The traditional French bistro breakfast is light, sweet, and typically includes both coffee and chocolate. (what a dream come true, right?)

Wake up like a Parisian, without leaving the comfort of your own home with cafe au lait and flaky butter croissants and Pain au Chocolat and exquisite Pillivuyt porcelain pieces for your table. Your guests will think they've been transported to a sidewalk café in Paris.

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Francophile, RecipesSamantha RubleComment
CBD Gummies To De-Stress and Focus
CBD Gummies To De-Stress and Focus

aking a little mindful moment and noticing what I see and what I hear and what I feel.

And realizing some moments don’t feel the best. I can begin to feel overwhelmed, unsettled, stressed, and tense. For these moments I turn to my Evn CBD gummies. These zen bears 🐻 are not only adorable but super helpful too! They just promote a sense of calm for me. And that allows me to better focus on my work throughout the day! ( gotta crush those deadlines)

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Health + WellnessSamantha RubleComment
Superfood For Your Body, Mind, + Spirit- Flourish Supplements
Superfood For Your Body, Mind, + Spirit- Flourish Supplements

At age 41 I have fallen victim to my hormones + OMFG - navigating a changing body is not an easy thing! Perimenopause is kind of like facing a lion who wants to eat you all day long & you have to make it look like you’re not struggling. I mean men have a mid-life crisis & go buy a sports car and women -well we go through menopause and go buy 1,000 fans and new clothes because nothing fits + adult acne and thinning hair -yep-fun times! The hot flashes + night sweats too .. Plus the mood swings ..

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Lemon + Oregano + Herb Roasted Chicken With Artichoke Hearts + Sun-Dried Tomatoes Featuring AMORE
Lemon + Oregano + Herb Roasted Chicken With Artichoke Hearts + Sun-Dried Tomatoes Featuring AMORE

Looking for a scrumptious easy weeknight family dinner?! Hope you will try this Lemon + Oregano + Herb Roasted Chicken With Artichoke Hearts + Sun-Dried Tomatoes!

The key to this recipe is the marinade. It’s a mix of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, fresh lemon juice, fresh oregano and thyme, and garlic paste from Amore Brand.The chicken marinates all night too. Once the chicken has marinated . All that’s left to do is roast it and pour a delicious herb, garlic, and sun-dried tomato infused butter over it made with Amore’s pastes!

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 Pillivuyt Brasserie Dinnerware Collection
 Pillivuyt Brasserie Dinnerware Collection

I like to keep it easy when it comes to selecting tableware. I buy timeless pieces that I love that also sit well together and make it easy to mix and match. I generally let the occasion, company and the menu guide me when I set the table, but you can’t go wrong with The Pillivuyt Brasserie Dinnerware Collection, especially when you love throwing French dinner parties!

It is one of Pillivuyt's most recognized patterns. Created in the 1920's for restaurants and cafes' who wished to have their menus on their dinnerware, this design is printed on a decal and then applied by hand. After the decal is applied, the piece is fired for a third time and the design is baked into the glaze.

The Brasserie collection of dinnerware and cookware by Pillvuyt features sidewalk cafes, Parisian nights, and hints of Hemingway's Moveable Feast.

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Entertain, Home, Francophile, RecipesSamantha RubleComment
Simple Boeuf Bourguignon Recipe Featuring 90+ Cellars
Simple Boeuf Bourguignon Recipe Featuring 90+ Cellars

Let me hear you say Boeuf Bourguignon with a French accent!

Ready? Go!

Please tell me you did it! I am imagining y’all staring at the screen and practicing your best Gérard Depardieu impersonation.

Today is the official first day of fall and I am celebrating with this divine, comforting Boeuf Bourguignon, or Beef Burgundy in English, which is one of my fave dishes ever and the perfect dinner for this season . (sharing the recipe at the end of this post) If you’ve never heard of it before, it is pretty much a beef stew made with red wine, mushrooms and pearl onions that was given a big fancy French name!

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Simple Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus and Peas Featuring AMORE
Simple Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus and Peas Featuring AMORE

Celebrating late summer with a delicious simple Fettuccine Alfredo With Asparagus and Peas. What I love about pasta is there are so many ways to make it and this warm weather pasta is just perfection! It’s so easy to put together too! Just toss slices of blanched asparagus and fresh Green peas with a tangle of cooked fettuccine with garlicky buttery flavor, shower with grated Parmesan and serve.

I absolutely love the Garlic Paste from Amore. It’s imported from Italy and it’s so easy to use with no waste; just squeeze out the amount needed, cap and refrigerate! It’s a mellow mixture of fresh garlic, sunflower and olive oils, and salt. It captures the fresh, intense garlic flavor you’d expect if you squeezed the cloves, but it’s fast, versatile and easy! And I love easy!

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