48 Hours in Los Angeles – The Getty & San Gabriel Valley

by Isabelle // June 19, 2014 // 1 Comment

Recently, my husband and I had a chance to go to Los Angeles and meet up with two dear friends visiting from Florence, Italy. We had to be back the following evening, so I examined our itinerary carefully – prioritizing the destinations... Continue reading →

Blazing Bagels! Absolutely delicious.

by Joanna // May 12, 2014 // No Comments

When I first moved to Seattle, my friend invited me to a German car show in Redmond. A visiting friend and I decided to check the show out. The show started early in the morning, so my visitor and I... Continue reading →

Catch the homey artwork and decor like this amazing giant gold kringle

It’s Danish Time! Nielsen’s Pastries

by Joanna // February 28, 2014 // No Comments

Nearby the Space Needle and feeling snackish? Hit up Nielsen’s Pastries, a small bakery-cafe that’s been crafting authentic danish pastries using Old-World recipes in Seattle since 1965. It uses house-made jam and very fresh ingredients, whipping up breakfast and afternoon delights... Continue reading →

The Perfect Snack

by Kendyl // May 17, 2013 // 1 Comment

I love hike picnics. Exploring and wandering are made infinitely more enjoyable when you know that a delicious meal is waiting for you. I used struggle with what to pack. Thanks to the Smitten Kitchen cookbook by Deb Perelman, I... Continue reading →

ABC Bakery Cafe

by Isabelle // January 8, 2013 // 10 Comments

When I relocated to the Bay Area in October of 2011, my best friend and I set up weekly breakfast meetings to catch up and have discussions on our studies together before work. In the beginning, we hopped around different... Continue reading →

The Most Important Meal of the Day

by Ciara // January 3, 2013 // 7 Comments

The holiday season is filled with traditions. Maybe your family goes to church as part of your celebration, maybe you go ice skating, or always prepare a big turkey dinner with stuffing or take your kids to Santa Clause or... Continue reading →