Three Great Bakeries Near Pimlico
Last spring, we traveled to London and stayed in the Pimlico area. Over the week, we tried multiple bakeries in the area—grabbing coffee and pastries on the go. Here are our three favorites.
The Best NYC Lavender Bites for Summer 2024
The hot summer months are here and so is lavender season! Here are some of my favorite lavender snacks, perfect for this season, for you lavender lovers.
Daily Coffee Rituals: My Favorite Helpful Items For a Homemade Latte
Nearly every day (or midday) features a latte. Now an established ritual, I’ve invested in making lattes at home. This post discusses the items I use.
Lavender Croissants? A Saturday Morning at L’Appartement 4F
A flashback on a Saturday morning visit to L’Appartement 4F, a French bakery on Montague Street in the historic neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights. And they made lavender croissants that day!
Best Lemonades in NYC for a Summer Thirst-Quencher
The sweltering summer heat is here in NYC and cold refreshments are always top of mind. An iced lemonade is always a great choice and here are five favorites that aren’t too sweet or sour!
Visiting D.C.: Tips and What to See
My husband and I visited Washington D.C. for the first time last month…and here are our tips to help you on your similar first time visit too!
London Fog Latte to Lavender Fog Latte? How To Easily Make a Delicious Tea Latte at Home
Do you like London Fog Lattes? Or maybe something similar with a lavender twist? Save yourself some money and make it at home! Here’s how…
2 Best Places for a Cream Tea in London
One of the quintessential British treats is an afternoon tea—but the more informal and budget-conscious option is a cream tea. Out of all the scones and tea I’ve personally surveyed in London, here are my top two recommendations (and a runner-up) to help you find the best cream tea for your time and money.
Easy, Nutritious, & Filling Morning Oatmeal
This oatmeal recipe is my go-to easy and quick breakfast. Very healthy and filling, it is always a great start to my day! Now it can do the same for you!
The Best Pumpkin Products at Trader Joe’s
Autumn is the time for pumpkin flavor. And there are so many pumpkin food choices! The popular US grocery chain Trader Joe’s is not exception. Of the many options available at Trader Joe’s, here’s my top seven recommendations to help you skip over the less great choices…and save you money and time in the process!