At the start of this year, I doubled down on a personal goal I set a while back: celebrating the little things and wearing more sequins—whenever the mood strikes. Listen, y’all. I love sequins. I do not believe they are reserved for special occasions, and I firmly stand by the idea that you simply cannot…
Holiday Season
10 Sparkling Wines Under $40 for Your 2025 Holiday Gatherings
I debated saying something about this being the season for sparkling wines, but who am I kidding? It is always the right time for a glass of bubbles. Over the years, I have shared my favorite red wines under $30 and white wines under $30, and I have continued taking wine-tasting classes to better understand…
The Best Holiday Bars in the Triangle (2025 Guide)
One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the way cities transform this time of year. Downtown streets glow with twinkle lights, rooftops shine against the night sky, and the whole region feels like one big winter wonderland. Over the past few years, the Triangle has fully embraced the trend of holiday pop-up…
Our 2025 Thanksgiving Supper Menu
Can you believe Thanksgiving is almost here? I have been finalizing our Thanksgiving supper menu for this year, and I am looking forward to visiting my parents and spending the day leisurely cooking. Cooking for Thanksgiving has become one of my favorite traditions—it is cozy, delicious, and a wonderful excuse to slow down and savor…
