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“In order to write about life, first you must live it.” Ernest Hemingway.
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3 Ingredient Canapes - Perfect for Summer Entertaining

July 3, 2018

These super easy canapes are absolutely delicious and perfect for summer entertaining…

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In FOOD Tags 3 ingredients, 3 ingredient canapes, canape

Château Hôtel Grand Barrail, where we stayed in Saint Emilion. 

Bordeaux Vacation Photos

July 2, 2018

Photos from our trip to Bordeaux and our wine tasting adventures in Saint Emilion…

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In TRAVEL Tags France, France Travel, Bordeaux, Wine Tasting, Family Travel

Summer Strawberry Negroni

June 28, 2018

A summery twist on a classic Italian apéritif…

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In FOOD Tags Cocktail, Negroni, Stawberry

Our new stone resin bathtub.

Master Bathroom Storyboard

June 25, 2018

Design plans for the remodel our master bathroom…

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In DESIGN

I met one of our neighbors while he was foraging for nettle to make tea. He told me all about the health benefits, and we've been making it ourselves ever since.  

Belles & Whistles

June 22, 2018

Belles and whistles from our world and around the web…

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In DESIGN Tags Belles & Whistles

'Bumblemousse' - Pink Grapefruit, Ginger & Cardamon Martini

June 19, 2018

This dusk colored martini is pretty in pink and deliciously fresh and exotic in flavor…

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In FOOD Tags Cocktail, Martini, Pink Grapefruit, Bumblemousse

The most delicious chicken baguettes - perfect for parties, picnics, or lunchboxes. 

Perfect Picnic Sandwiches

June 18, 2018

Really delicious chicken sandwiches, perfect for a picnic or 4th of July party…

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In FOOD Tags Chicken Baguette, Sandwich

Giraffe illustration via Society 6

Reading Room

June 14, 2018

The books we’ve enjoyed reading recently…

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In WELLNESS Tags Books, Reading

Justin's Famous Chili

June 12, 2018

Justin has been making me his famous chili for the past 15 years. It's delicious, with a simple secret ingredient that makes all the difference...

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In FOOD Tags Chili, Comfort food

Image via Design Rulz.

Creating an Orangerie

June 11, 2018

We’re transforming an artist studio into an orangerie…

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In DESIGN Tags Orangerie, The Chateau, Remodel

We stopped by the village of Sarrant on the way home from Toulouse one day, and were struck by it's pictureque beauty. 

Belles & Whistles

June 7, 2018

Belles and whistles from our world and around the web…

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In DESIGN Tags Belles & Whistles

Balsamic Glazed Strawberries & Cream (Super Easy!)

June 5, 2018

A light, summery dessert, that takes just a few minutes to prepare...

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In FOOD Tags Strawberries, Dessert

A perfectly cooked steak, thanks to the Meater. 

Justin's Favorite New Gadget + Other Father's Day Gift Ideas

June 4, 2018

5 slam dunk Father’s Day gifts for carnivores, wine lovers, tech-geeks, and mixologists in the making…

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In DESIGN Tags Father's Day, Father's Day Gift Guide

The magical bunny on stage. 

A French Children's Festival

June 2, 2018

We attended a children’s festival in Toulouse, and it was completely different to what we’re used to in America or Australia…

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In MOTHERHOOD Tags Festival Luluberlu, Children's Festival, Children's Entertainment

Orange Almond Sling

May 29, 2018

Orange and almond are a match made in heaven in this delicious summery cocktail…

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In FOOD Tags Cocktail, Orgeat Syrup, Tequila

French Remodel Update

May 28, 2018

An update on how we are progressing with the renovations of our château…

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In DESIGN Tags Château, South West France, Remodel

This clay sculpture sits in the garden at La Belle Montoise, an elegant chambre d'hote in Beaumont in Beaumont de Lomagne. Apparently it was made by a local artist - I'll have to find out more. 

Belles & Whistles

May 24, 2018

Belles and whistles from our world and around the web...

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In DESIGN Tags Belles & Whistles

Artichoke & Leek Soup

May 22, 2018

Inspired by our recent travels in Provence, this creamy artichoke soup is made without cream…

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In FOOD Tags Soup, French Cooking

Portuguese Golden Visa Project + Apartment Photos

May 21, 2018

I am applying for Portuguese residency through their Golden Visa Program, and this in the property project we are working on in Lisbon…

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In DESIGN Tags Remodel, Lisbon, Citizenship, Portuguese Golden Visa Program

A quintessential Portuguese scene at the Feira Da Ladra market.

72 Hours in Lisbon

May 17, 2018

Family photos from a fabulous few days in Lisbon…

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In TRAVEL Tags Lisbon
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