ShareTweet As committed as my husband and I are to escaping our houseful of children for date night, there are times when the effort seems too much, especially on Friday nights. The temptation to curl back up on the couch, covered with kids, is overwhelming. Those are the nights that begin with a quick espresso… Continue Reading
ShareTweet Once the suitcases are unpacked, food is the greatest way to keep the memories of a warm vacation alive. While in Cancun, I collected bits of cooking inspiration at every meal and filed them away for our return to the snowy Chicago winter. Mexican all you can eat (and drink!) resorts are not exactly known… Continue Reading
ShareTweet Over the last year, while traveling in Italy and going on various trips as part of my Nespresso ambassadorship, I’ve learned a lot about the different types of espresso based drinks. The magic is all about how the milk and coffee come together. I used to just order the drinks I liked at Starbucks,… Continue Reading
ShareTweet During yesterday’s post about my trip to the America’s Cup, I teased you with a mention of the subtle and elegant Iced Coconut Breeze I enjoyed at the Nespresso Boutique Bar in San Francisco. Today I thought I’d deliver the recipe, which is how I’m keeping the magic alive here at home. Although Nespresso… Continue Reading
ShareTweet Although I’ve always loved the smell of coffee, but I didn’t become a coffee drinker until I became a mother. That so many people started their day with a cup of coffee used to mystify me but I’m now as addicted as the rest of the world, a happier person once I’ve had my… Continue Reading