-
12 New Year’s Goals for 2027 That Feel Like Treats, Not Chores
In “12 New Year’s Goals for 2027 That Feel Like Treats, Not Chores,” I explain why most New Year’s Goals fizzle out by February: they are too big, too vague, and not much fun. Instead, I share twelve small, repeatable habits that feel like rewards, from learning about a new moment in history each month,…
-
Belgium Belforts: Bruges and Ghent from Above, and Which One Is Worth It
Climbing the Belgium belforts in Bruges and Ghent gave me two very different views of two unforgettable cities. In this post, I compare the 366-step stair climb up the Bruges belfort with the easier elevator ride up the Ghent belfort, and I share what each tower is really like, from the history displays to the…
-
Lunch in an Abandoned Village in Hvar: My Experience at Konoba Stori Komin in Malo Grablje
Planning lunch in an abandoned village in Hvar? Here is how I hiked from Hvar Town to Milna, took a taxi to Malo Grablje, and ate at Stori Komin, plus every booking tip you need.
-
Corgette Puff Pastry Tart with Whipped Goat Cheese
Make this easy Corgette Puff Pastry Tart with whipped goat cheese and summer squash. A perfect way to use up garden produce in about 40 minutes.
-
Drying Fresh Herbs from Your Garden : How I Save Summer’s Harvest All Year Long
There is something about walking into my laundry room and seeing bundles of basil, rosemary, and thyme hanging from a pole with twine that makes the whole house feel a little more like a home. If you have ever grown herbs and watched half of them wilt or bolt before you got around to using…
-
Heirloom Tomato Puff Pastry Tart with Whipped Feta
This heirloom tomato puff pastry tart is proof that impressive food does not have to take all day. Creamy whipped feta, juicy heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and toasted pine nuts come together on a sheet of golden puff pastry in under 40 minutes. It is the kind of recipe that looks like it took hours…
-
No-Knead Sun-Dried Tomato Dill Artisan Bread (Dutch Oven Recipe)
This Sun-Dried Tomato Dill Artisan Bread is a no-knead, dutch oven loaf with a crackly golden crust and a soft, chewy interior packed with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh dill flavor, and a hint of garlic. I walk you through the entire process step by step, from blooming the yeast to shaping and scoring the dough, plus…
-
Sun-Dried Tomato Dill Whipped Feta Crostini (10-Minute Appetizer)
This sun-dried tomato dill whipped feta crostini is my go-to quick appetizer for whenever I need something that looks impressive but takes almost no effort. I blend feta, yogurt, dill, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth, fold in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, then pipe it onto crostini and top with more sun-dried tomatoes, toasted…
-
Sundried Tomato Dill Whipped Feta Dip (Ready in 10 Minutes)
Sundried tomato dill whipped feta dip is a creamy, tangy appetizer that comes together in about ten minutes using nothing more than a small food processor. Blocks of feta and yogurt whip up into a silky base, brightened with lemon juice and garlic, then topped with sundried tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, a drizzle of olive…
-
Summer Couscous Salad with Edamame, Corn, and Grilled Halloumi
This summer couscous salad is the ultimate cold summer side dish, combining pearled couscous, edamame, corn, and chickpeas with fresh dill, chives, and toasted pine nuts in a bright lemon and red wine vinegar dressing. Topped with warm grilled halloumi and a drizzle of honey, this easy summer salad recipe delivers the perfect balance of…