There are so many Mt. Hood skiing areas, it can be difficult to plan a trip. How are you supposed to know which is best for downhill or cross-country skiing, and which has the best food? I didn’t at first,…
14 of the Most Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Him & Her
If you’re looking for the most thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift ideas, step away from the drug-store box chocolates and lingerie (but keep the flowers). Valentine’s Day is about giving gifts that are special and meaningful, not impersonal. To help you…
Best Spots for Brunch in Seattle (A Local’s Take)
I’ve been curating a list of the best spots for brunch in Seattle ever since I started a weekly tradition of taking my nieces to breakfast after gymnastics. First, let me tell you this is an expensive habit. Second, at…
Where to Find the Best Cookies and Desserts in Seattle
If you’re looking for desserts in Seattle or where to find Seattle’s best cookies, you’ve come to the right place. You see, I’m reaaaaaaaallllly picky when it comes to desserts, so I only remember desserts that are truly special. I’m…
Best Restaurants in Edmonds, WA You Must Try
I’ve lived in Seattle for more than a decade, but it took me a while to explore the best restaurants in Edmonds, WA. That’s because when I first moved here, this small town in Snohomish county was not much more…
My Aunt’s Famous Italian Lemon Drop Cookies Recipe
Every time I want to make a lemon drop cookies recipe, I pull out my aunt’s famous Italian version. She made them every Christmas so, while these cookies are perfect year round, I always make them come December. They’re chewy…
Everything You Need to Know About Visiting Columbia River Gorge
If you’re planning on visiting Columbia River Gorge, you may be expecting to do mostly outdoor activities. But did you know Columbia Gorge is the perfect trip for foodies, beer and wine lovers, and spa/self care enthusiasts, too? Thanks to…
Best Food in Tacoma, WA: Restaurants You Can’t Miss
I’ve been on the hunt for the best food in Tacoma, WA ever since a local told me they wished they lived in Seattle for the food scene. Sure Seattle has a lot of restaurants, but food is crazy expensive…
Fun Things to Do in Wenatchee, WA That Prove It’s Worth a Visit
If you would have asked me about the fun things to do in Wenatchee, WA a few years ago, I wouldn’t have known what to say. I used to pass through it regularly on my way to other areas of…
Best Larch Hikes in Washington for Magical Fall Colors
I discovered the best larch hikes in Washington via an in-flight magazine when I moved to Seattle from the east coast. It was a multi-page story with jaw-dropping photos of alpine lakes dotted with something I’d never seen before: golden…
The Perfect San Diego 3 Day Itinerary You’ll Want to Steal
If you’re looking for a San Diego 3 day itinerary, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been visiting San Diego at least once a year for the past decade. I first discovered it while speaking at a conference and…
Things to Do in Seabrook, WA, a Quaint Washington Beach Town
You probably want to know about the things to do in Seabrook, WA if you’re not familiar with this Washington coast town. When I discover a new vacation spot, I want to know all the details before I book so…