A few weeks ago, a couple of friends and I had breakfast at Jean-Georges Beverly Hills. The restaurant and The Rooftop by JG (great views of LA) are part of the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills Hotel. ...
I leave tomorrow for Scandinavia and the Netherlands for a few weeks and haven’t even started packing. I know I have pretty much everything I need but it’s time to get organized and go down ...
After attending a Pamela Salzman cooking class at a friend’s home last week, I left not only with a handful of new recipes but a bounty of tips and tons of inspiration. I already own ...
What I read, watch or listen to is often based on friends recommendations, so I thought I’d share my current entertainment with you. I take notes on people’s suggestions so there’s a running list available ...
Source: Photo: Meilani Cottrell
I’ve been a fan of shopping vintage since my early twenties, when I wandered through my first flea market. I was instantly hooked on the process of the hunt for a collected or one-of-a-kind find. ...
The April issue of C Magazine has a story aptly titled “Full Plate” with an in-depth look at Nathan Turner’s new book I Love California. As a renowned host, Turner shares recipes and entertaining inspiration that ...
April always feels like one of those significant transitional months. Winter has officially passed, spring weather is on the horizon, school is almost out and all of a sudden there’s major motivation to shift gears ...
Source: Photos: top left: Knockout Beauty; right: Jenni Kayne
I’m re-running this post of a favorite recipe I made this weekend. It’s satisfying, super easy to make and fits right in with my January detox. Earlier this year, a friend introduced me to this ...
Source: Photo: Ditte Isager / It’s All Easy
Now that the holiday decor is put away, I’m taking a fresh look at the house and ready to tackle some organizing that’s been nipping at me. The biggest culprits are the kitchen and bathrooms ...
I haven’t gone to a theatre to see a movie in such a long. I’m not a fan of the re-makes and superhero type movies that have dominated the box office, plus cable television is ...
Source: top photo: Annie Leibovitz / Vogue
Even though it is only a change on the calendar, saying goodbye to one year and welcoming the new always feels like a fresh start. It’s also the perfect time for me to look back ...
Celebrating the season with a festive GIVEAWAY together with FARMHOUSE POTTERY. I’m excited to host my first giveaway with Farmhouse Pottery, a company whose product, people and aesthetic I greatly admire. On my trip to Vermont ...
I doubt there’s a salad in any of the many Hillstone restaurants I wouldn’t like. They’re all so good. In Newport Beach, R&D Kitchen, Bandera and Gulfstream are nearby so I frequent them often and have had my ...
Earlier this fall, I was invited to join a group of women on a sunset cruise in Newport Harbor. The ladies from Beijos Events designed and styled the fall themed gathering for a wine tasting ...
Source: photography: Alison Bernier
I’m excited to be guest posting again on Paloma Contreras’ beautiful blog, La Dolce Vita. Today, I’m sharing details on one of my favorite summer pasttimes – entertaining al fresco. A recent evening in the garden of ...
I dropped by the Jenni Kayne store last week to meet Pamela Salzman and pick up her new book, Kitchen Matters. She shares her mantra of eat well, live well, be well in the extensive compilation of ...
I posted a story on Instagram about a macramé class I took on Sunday. Since not all of you follow Instagram, and because people have asked me about the details, I wanted to share it here ...
When I’m spending any amount of time outdoors, I rely on four items to protect me from the sun. The term essentials is used often, but it’s absolutely appropriate here. Growing up in southern California, I spent my ...
I’ve always loved this painting by American Impressionist Childe Hassam. He so beautifully captured the patriotic mood and energy of the Fourth of July 1916 in New York. “As America planned to enter World War I, ...
We have spent the majority of the last ten years away from home on the Fourth of July. Both of our sons played club volleyball and the National Championship always overlapped with the holiday. We’ve ...
Summer is essentially in full swing which for me means spending more time outdoors, planning easy alfresco dinners, and taking the time to read and unwind. Specifically, I’ve got these things on my mind… I ...
Source: FROM TOP: Serena & Lily / Wanderlust / Gregory Harris/British Vogue / Beek / Lonny
I’m thrilled to be guest posting today on Paloma Contreras’ beautiful blog, La Dolce Vita. I have followed Paloma for years and love the exquisite interiors and stylish finds she shares with her readers. We’ve connected through blogging ...
I’ve been attracted to earthy, organic-looking pottery the last few years, but never really visualized it integrated well in my home. A visit to England last summer changed that and I’ve been obsessed with finding ...
Earlier this year, when I initially started planning a trip to Charleston, I had no idea it was such a foodie town. I expected a well-preserved, historic, charming city and that absolutely rang true. ...
Source: Photos courtesy of Little Jack’s Tavern: Neighborhood / 167 Raw / FIG / The Ordinary