Halo and Buster celebrated another birthday this week. My kids are growing up so fast. As in years past, I prepared a homemade treat for them to enjoy. In 2017, it was dog-friendly cookie dough inspired by DO in New York. I heat-treated whole wheat flour to a safe 170 degrees F and mixed in other […]
PB+J Oatmeal Smoothie
Oh, hello vegan Friday. The weeks sure do fly by and with that brings us to another recipe inspired by hot for food. This week I chose to conquer a quick breakfast inspired by smoothies Lauren has shared over the years. For me, photoshoot days create morning time restrictions I’m not used to on a daily […]
Vegan Barbecue Beans
It’s another vegan Friday. This time I’m channeling my love for barbecue by trying out the sauce used in hot for food’s pulled no-pork sandwiches. Because I had it on hand, ground cumin and cayenne went into the pot along with the other barbecue sauce ingredients and a couple cans of rinsed cannellini beans. I […]
The Making of a Farm Board with The Farm at Agritopia and Barnone
Food has become a phenomenal outlet for me not only to express myself creatively, but also support the community. Among projects I love most is crafting over-the-top food boards that look more like gardens than they do a traditional charcuterie or cheese and crackers spread. It’s tough to explain what that looks like without photos. […]
Inspiring Eats and Party Tips for the Big Game
As we inch closer to Sunday and the big game, I want to make sure you are inspired to host a wonderful football party for family and friends. I partnered with The TomKat Studio to create a smashing spread of food and drinks, all inspired by Kikkoman. Scroll through to see what it takes to […]
An Italian Family Dinner
Family dinners were always the norm in my home growing up. My mother always ensured we ate a hearty meal together, even if it meant taking dinner on the road. It’s something I still value to this day. However, it can be quite a challenge at times. On photo shoot days, especially, when the days are much […]
Why I Love Refrigerated Pie Crust
Yes, I use refrigerated pie crust. I admit that with no shame. Sometimes referred to as pre-made or -rolled, this product saves my life when last minute parties come up or let’s be honest, I failed to properly plan a dish to bring to a dinner I knew about a month ago. Refrigerated pie crust is […]
ELLE Mariage (Hello Japan!)
My career has been a whirlwind of ups and downs. Knowing I’ve selected a profession that doesn’t have a clear cut roadmap makes it imperative that I understand many fails will occur along the way. But those fails offer a ton of valuable knowledge that are vital to furthering my career and ultimately helping me earn the success I know I can achieve. […]
How to Create an Easy and Delicious Easter Brunch
I’m pleased to have Cost Plus World Market sponsor my Easter brunch tips. While I love spending time in the kitchen preparing wholesome meals for family and friends, when it comes to gatherings that begin a bit earlier in the day, I enjoy using a few tricks that expedite cooking, but still makes my spread […]
