Easter Brunch
As a believer, Easter has always been special and important for me to celebrate. It’s also a really fun time to dress up and go to brunch! Growing up, I remember always getting to buy a special new dress for Easter Sunday. After church, we would either go to the country club or come home to a really elaborate brunch. My mother would always have her Easter decorations out, fresh flowers on the table and food that she had been preparing all weekend. I just remember really beautiful colors that set the tone for the change in season and represented new life.
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A Ladies Trip to Austin!
Austin has grown tremendously and quickly become a destination for bachelorette trips, weddings and a true travel spot. From ACL to SXSW to Austin Wine and Food Festival, there are so many excuses to make a trip. But, if you’re just wanting a quick weekend getaway to soak up some good weather, eat, drink and be merry, follow this itinerary of hot spots and hidden gems!
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Top 5 Tips for Hosting a Holiday Party
If there is one thing I know about growing up in the south, it’s how to be a good host! Have you ever heard the saying “hostess with the mostest”?! Hosting is hands down one of my favorite things to do. There is nothing that makes me happier than getting friends and family together and having them over to eat, drink, laugh and enjoy each other. What better time of year is there to host a good party other than the holidays? Everyone is in the mood to indulge in sweet treats and get a little boozy on a…
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My Top 5 Restaurants in Austin for Southern Dining
t should be no surprise by now that I love food. But beyond a delicious meal, I truly love the dining experience. When out of town friends ask me where they should go eat when visiting Austin, I'm never going to recommend a hole in the wall place that has amazing food (although sometimes that is great). I always suggest a restaurant that has…
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Southern Charm - Mattie's at Green Pastures
It's basically the weekend which means it's time to make your reservations for happy hour and Saturday brunch! I don't know about you but few things sound better to me than eating biscuits and pimento cheese in a 19th century victorian home while peacocks circle the lawn. Mattie's at Green Pastures is a…
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Charly's Charleston Itinerary
I've never been somewhere with such charm, beauty and history. Also, Charleston has no shortage of amazing restaurants and hotels. Two of my most favorite things. I've put together my ideal Charleston itinerary. If you are thinking about making a trip to Charleston…
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