Feast + West: Sip, Snack, Repeat

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! The month of May is a little bit sneaky. It seems quiet enough, with just Memorial Day on the calendar, but in reality it can get packed pretty quickly. Between graduation parties, summer kickoff cookouts and everything in-between, I like to have a few batch recipes ready to go. The perfect compliment to anything the...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! Sometimes you need an afternoon pick-me-up that doesn't include caffeine. Sure, a decaf coffee will work, but if you prefer something sweet and seasonal, this one's for you. The aptly named Pink Drink jumped from a secret menu item to a fan favorite on the menu at Starbucks, and for good reason. With creamy coconut milk...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! Mimosas are a fantastic brunch beverage. They're simple to make, have so many variations and are such a crowd-pleaser. Although they're simple to make, there are a few things you can do to make your sipper the best it can be: Add to the depth of your drink by adding a splash of triple sec. This orange liqueur gives your...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! Mimosas seem simple, right? Some orange juice, some bubbly and you've got a brunch bevvy ready to enjoy. Crafting this brunch favorite can be that simple, but they're worth a little extra effort, especially when you want to transform it into a mocktail made for everyone. Here are my top tips on crafting the perfect...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! In case you needed a gentle reminder, Mother's Day is this Sunday (yep, this Sunday, May 10). When it comes to celebrating the special ladies in our lives, what better way is there to start the celebration than with some cocktails?! If you're hosting Mom for brunch or making her breakfast in bed, here are some recipes...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! While it’s only a minor holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo* has become an observance of Mexican heritage and culture that is widely celebrated in the United States. This day has all the makings of a perfect celebration: There are no gifting obligations, the weather is broaching beautiful summer days and one of my favorite...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! If you're anything like me, coffee and cocktails are a necessity over the weekend. But when you combine the two? You get a little bit of ✨magic✨. Coffee adds a rich flavor to classic cocktails — and stars in others. It also adds a little boost of caffeine which can help you power through whatever your weekend has in...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! If May had a tagline, it would be "there's always something going on." One of my friends calls it "May-cember" because it seems even busier than the holiday season! Derby Day is today, Cinco de Mayo is days away, Mother's Day and Memorial Day are right around the corner — and somewhere in there, someone you know is...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! If tequila brings back memories of cheap shots in your college dive bar, it's time to give it another chance. Plus, with Cinco de Mayo just around the corner there's no better time to give this Mexican treasure its time in the sun! Spoiler alert: tequila is tasty in so much more than just margaritas. It's an agave-based...