From the moment my boyfriend and I booked our flights to Paris, we knew the trip would revolve around food. We'd already heard so much about exciting restaurants like Clown Bar and Verjus, which we'd gleaned from Instagrams, blog posts, and passing recommendations; and not long ...read more
It didn't quite merit a call-out on my summer to-do list, but this season I'm committed to making more cocktails at home. At the top of my list is one of my favorite refreshing concoctions—the mint julep. Traditionally served in a stainless steel cup over a mound of crushed ice, ...read more
There’s really nothing more gorgeous than a glass of sangria. It’s an easy recipe to make and you can alter it as needed. I mix up different kinds of fruit depending on what looks best at the farmers market. Strawberries are always a good idea, and any other kinds of berries ...read more
It's all too easy for work days to feel like a monotonous blur of to-do's and rushed meals had in front of the computer. After bringing on our new and amazing editorial director, Alina (who some of you may already know as The Hyperbalist), we wanted to find a way to elevate the ...read more
My love for Halloween knows no bounds. In addition to going all out in the costume department, I like to celebrate each year with a signature cocktail. Having a special drink in hand helps sets the mood and creates a memory to associate with whatever your Halloween has in store. ...read more
I enjoy making fresh lemonade in the summer, and while I’m all about infusing different flavors, I recently came across an image of a Brazilian version that was much more indulgent than anything you'd find stateside. The end result was creamy, frothy and tart and could easily be ...read more
A lot of people are intimidated by mixing cocktails at home, but once you get the recipe down, a subtle twist can make it a little more special. Here's how I've been adding blackberries to a classic mojito for a refreshing take on what's quickly become a favorite summer drink. ...read more
The upside of being married to a coffee nerd is pretty obvious: I get a really good cup of coffee every morning. Whether it’s my normal decaf or a great cold brew during the summer, G’s coffee game is on point. Here are some things a coffee novice like me has picked up from ...read more
When I have first-time visitors in town, a lot of them have the same request: to go somewhere with good food and an L.A. scene. The Ivy is as well known for their fresh fare as they are for the celebrities that frequent the family-owned restaurant. It's a Robertson Boulevard ...read more
There are few pleasures greater in life than starting the morning with an iced latte from Larchmont Avenue-based cafe Go Get ‘Em Tiger (plus, a little positive affirmation first thing doesn't hurt, either). Sidling up to their stand-up bar has become one of our favorite weekend ...read more
Instead of thinking back wistfully on our last Mexican vacation, we decided to be proactive and throw a bbq to recreate some of our most-loved food experiences. My favorite sitting-on-the-beach drink is a tart and savory Michelada (recipe here) and we wanted to treat our ...read more
Champagne (or sparkling wine, if it's made anywhere outside the region) is synonymous with celebrating. I always have at least one bottle chilling in my fridge for special occasions or terrible days that need improving. Over the years I've not only honed my taste for the bubble ...read more
As if I needed an excuse to enjoy a good cocktail, the start of the Winter Olympics this Friday inspired me to mix up a few celebratory drinks. Sochi Sugared Champagne Ingredients10 tbs caster sugar5 sugar cubes1 lemon1 bottle ChampagneGel food coloring (blue, yellow, ...read more
I didn't grow up in a place where school was ever cancelled due to snow, but things were occasionally postponed due to wet weather, like soccer practices or track meets. And on those days, after I'd found a pay phone to call my mom to come pick me up (ah the joys of life before ...read more
For our annual Halloween party, we serve a fairly lethal whisky based punch. It's a big hit and despite the massive amount we make, we always run out. We haven't finalized which recipe we'll be using this year, but here are the three creepy cocktail front runners that I'd ...read more
I wouldn't call myself a coffee addict, but I really do savor and rely on my one-cup-a-day habit. When it comes to flavors, I'm definitely more of a purist, foregoing syrupy concoctions in favor of a rich, dark roast; but after reading Deborah Schneider's recipe from her ...read more
Summer is one big seasonal excuse to get together with friends, enjoy the warm weather, and sip refreshing drinks. Cocktails can be a bit intimidating, but if you stick to simple ratios and use seasonal ingredients, the drinks will always be a hit. After a trip to the farmers' ...read more
Sangria is synonymous with warmer weather and it's one of the easiest things to serve when we have people over. We make it ahead of time and the longer it sits, the more all of the flavors really begin to meld together. I usually opt for a citrus white wine version, but this ...read more
The Shamrock Shake from McDonald's is my favorite St. Patrick's Day drink (a pint of Guinness is a close second). But since I avoid eating at fast food chains, I haven't been able to enjoy the March delicacy for a while, so I decided to make it at home. A vanilla milkshake is ...read more
{Homemade drumsticks} It's the first official day of summer, so I pulled together some of my favorite recipes of the season for inspiration. Here's to sweet treats, bright nails, spontaneous road trips, naps in hammocks, barbecues, and lots of outdoor lounging all summer long. ...read more
Making a good drink can be really intimidating. I've dedicated an entire section to demystifying the art of making a classic drink in my book (that comes out next August). Since that's a long time to wait, I figured it wouldn't hurt to share one of my favorite recipes - my ...read more
There's nothing that beats a refreshing cocktail on a summer evening. This recipe calls for only a few ingredients, and relies on the sweet, fresh flavors of local peaches. We made some last night and deemed them our new drink for warm weather entertaining. What's your go-to ...read more
If there are marshmallows in the house, they won't last more than a few days. I'm not even that crazy about them, but I still manage to shovel handfuls into my mouth, almost ritualistically, every time I pass by the kitchen. Toasting marshmallows (for S'mores ) is one of my ...read more
Ever have one of those weekends that is defined by what you eat and drink? Ravaging wildfires, triple digit temperatures and air quality like a coal mine made L.A. a very inhospitable city these past few days, forcing us to spend most of our time indoors with cool ...read more
