3 New Cocktails for Spring
I recently learned how to create three new cocktails from Eastside Distilling, and I'm sharing the recipes here!
Read MoreInspiration: Bar Cart
There's almost no furniture item that I love more than a good old fashioned bar cart. Check out mine, plus some of my inspiration!
Read MoreThe Perfect Sangria
The perfect white sangria, made even better with champagne.
Read MoreFriday Five
The five things bringing me joy, comfort and happiness this week. Featured is some fun bedding, spring flowers, a new Portland spot, our new mattress and an easy weeknight recipe.
Read MoreAloha, Kauai
I have completely fallen in love with Kauai. The scenery is amazing, the beaches are beautiful, and the landscapes and natural feel to the island makes it feel like you are in another country.
Read MoreFriday Five
Five things getting me through this rainy week in Portland. Included are a recent trip to Manzanita, a new coffee shop, an amazing coloring book, Chicago deep-dish pizza, and an awesome night of comedy.
Read MorePortland City Grill
I've always loved Portland City Grill, a fantastic restaurant 30 floors up in Downtown Portland. Their menu features classic NW cuisine with a slight Asian touch, and everything on their menu is delicious and perfectly prepared.
Read MoreFriday Five
Five weekly items of inspiration, fun and joy. This week featuring moscow mule cups, matcha lattes, The Confidence Project, trivia night at the Cruz Room, and an upcoming trip to San Diego.
Read MoreFriday Five: Holiday Cocktails
Tis the season for cozy fires, tasty snacks, and delicious holiday cocktails. With so many holiday parties to host and attend, everyone has a favorite holiday cocktail. I tend to go for lighter, fruitier drinks over the heavier cream based dessert cocktails, but to each his own!
Read MoreHigh Tea at the Heathman
The Heathman Hotel in Portland is known for their tea, and it is especially popular at Christmas time, when the hotel is decked out in decorations and you can enjoy your tea next to a blazing fire. Our experience was on one of the last days of summer, but it was definitely still every bit as beautiful!
Read MoreDinner at Departure
If you haven't been to Departure, you are missing out! Portland isn't known for their rooftop bars (although this is changing), but Departure is located high above the city and offers amazing views of Portland. With two outdoor decks (one for dinner service, the other a designated bar with a delicious happy hour), as well as a full indoor restaurant, the views cannot be missed
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