A Winter Garden in Balance
A winter garden doesn’t have to be bare. Explore how to design symmetrical raised beds in Santa Cruz with winter vegetables and herbs that nourish both your table and your sense of calm.
Tuscan Chicken with Creamy Spinach Sauce
A quietly indulgent Tuscan Chicken with Creamy Spinach Sauce made for slow evenings and simple pleasure. Golden-seared chicken, tender greens, and a velvety garlic cream come together for a meal that feels both nourishing and elegant.
A New Year Doesn’t Have to Be Loud
A thoughtful editorial on welcoming the new year without pressure or reinvention. This piece explores rest, recalibration, and intentional living as a quieter, more sustainable way to begin January, focusing on care for the body and mind rather than drastic change.
Winter Solstice - A Nordic Return to the Light
A Nordic inspired reflection on the winter solstice and what it means to live deliciously during the dark season. Ancestral traditions, candlelit rituals, and a quiet return to the light.
A Hands-On Hobby, Made Wearable
An introduction to my handmade jewelry practice, exploring beaded designs crafted with glass, clay, and natural stones like tiger’s eye. A hands-on hobby evolves into wearable objects shaped by material, balance, and intentional design.
Rainy Day Comfort Food That Still Feels Chic
Rainy days call for comfort food that soothes without sacrificing style. From creamy roasted tomato soup to silky mushroom pasta and warm banana bread, this cozy, chic menu is made for slow afternoons, candlelight, and staying in while the weather does its thing.
This Weekend in Santa Cruz: Holiday Glow, Market Wandering, and Coastal Cheer
Looking for things to do in Santa Cruz this weekend? Discover holiday events, local makers markets, farmers markets, and festive happenings around town. From downtown holiday lights to winter produce and coastal strolls, this weekend guide highlights the best seasonal events in Santa Cruz.
Book Review: Buried Road by Katie Tallo
Buried Road by Katie Tallo is a gripping missing-person thriller that follows a mother and daughter on a dangerous hunt for the truth. Filled with eerie summer atmosphere, small-town secrets, and a heart-stopping final twist, this emotional page-turner is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Megan Miranda.
Book Review: We Who Will Die (Empire of Blood #1) by Stacia Stark
A spoiler-free review of We Who Will Die, the first book in Stacia Stark’s new Empire of Blood series. Expect brutal arena trials, morally gray vampires, slow-burn romance, and a richly built Roman-inspired world.
Book Review: The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
A page-turner that almost stuck the landing. In this review of The Housemaid, I break down why Freida McFadden’s viral thriller entertained me, but ultimately missed the mark with a predictable plot and an ending that undercut its own message.
The Winter Glow Kitchen: 7 Staples I Swear By
Discover the seven healthy pantry staples that keep my winter kitchen glowing. From collagen and cozy teas to broths, grains, and chocolate, these Amazon favorites make cold-weather cooking nourishing, easy, and irresistibly comforting.
Pomegranate Balsamic Brussels with Crispy Shallots
Pomegranate Balsamic Brussels with Crispy Shallots is the vibrant, healthy holiday side dish everyone will crave. Roasted Brussels sprouts are tossed in a sweet-tangy balsamic glaze, then topped with crunchy shallots, juicy pomegranate arils, and toasted pistachios for color, texture, and irresistible flavor. A festive, nutrient-packed recipe perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or winter gatherings.