July Fourth marks the official start of the summer entertaining season in my book. In our house, the kids are finally home from school, they haven't started camp yet, and we are finally able to kick back, let loose, and enjoy good food and refreshing cocktails and mocktails with ...read more
Summer of 2017... It’s been an epic one—chock-full of family fun, exhilarating travel, and all-around adventure. We’ve been on-the-go, out and about, and enjoying every memorable moment. As the season winds down, we’re putting away our passports (at least, temporarily!) and ...read more
Summer party season is upon us and I couldn't be more excited. I love casual entertaining. To prep for the best season of the year, SUMMER!, I got a chance to work with BJ's Wholesale Club on some fun facebook Live videos featuring tips from me, beauty blogger, Kimberly Smith, ...read more
Nothing quite tastes like summer as much as s'mores! As one of the most defining flavors and experiences of summer, Hershey's Milk Chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers have brought families together for decades! Not going camping this summer? No problem! There is no ...read more
Summer entertaining is in full swing with summer kick- off parties, graduations and beach BBQs. For our most recent backyard BBQ we decided to vear away from the tradtional hamburgers and hot dogs and instead served up Asian inspired Kabobs, lettuce wraps and made the yummiest ...read more
Schools almost out and I'm planning my first party of summer. It's going to be a Mom's Night Out celebration! We've made about 200 lunches this year. We've cobbled together costumes and science projects. We've driven countless miles to soccer practice and overseen hours and ...read more
{PHOTO CREDIT} During the summer, we look forward to gathering with good friends and family, sipping on summer cocktails or lounging by the pool. If you plan on having house guests over this summer, it can quickly become expensive. If you are looking to entertain on a small ...read more
Photo Credit Summer is the time of year when parents do not have to worry about packing lunches, assisting with homework or running from one school activity to the next. Summer days are filled with pool parties, summer BBQs, plans to hit the beach or go shopping for that latest ...read more
I feel so fortunate to have a job that allows me to be on-the-go so much. Everyday is exciting, but it is also very busy. To keep me fueled and energized between meetings and writing I like to have high-protein snacks on-hand like nuts. One of my favorites is Wonderful Almond ...read more
Who doesn't love to entertain outdoors? The summer months mark the perfect time to swoon your friends with a festive party. Whether you are an urban or suburban dweller, these hostess tips are for you. I had the opportunity to meet Katie Brown, a lifestyle and entertaining ...read more
