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Breathing in New York City Air

After the Snow, the Show was Amazing!
Not snow nor planes skidding off runways could keep my daughter Kristina and I from attending the annual International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago!

Home & Housewares Show Weekend!
This is why Kristina is not here yet for the Home & Housewares Show!

Into the Woods….but not the movie
Here is a look back at one of my favorite dining experiences of 2014. Michelin-starred Elizabeth restaurant in Chicago needs to be on your list for 2015.

‘Tis the Season for an Advent Tea
“Christmas Traditions” was the theme of the 5th Annual Advent Tea held at our church this past weekend. Fun, fellowship, and good food were in abundance!

Turkish Bean Salad
It’s nice when you have a daughter who travels the world and always brings back some pretty items for the kitchen! In this case, it’s beautiful dishes from Istanbul, Turkey!

Happy 4th of July 2014!
Americans love their July 4th celebrations, from the food to the fireworks. And I love my new red, white, and blue gift from our Finnish cousins. Take a peek and see what it is!

Cafe Du Monde and the Beignets
Cafe Du Monde original Coffee Stand serves cafe au lait and hot beignets 24 hours a day year round. This New Orleans landmark has been located in the French Market since 1862.