I can't remember where I learned this or whether it was my own original thought, LOL. But somewhere along the way, I realized that guests might not know what they want, but they are certainly very aware of not having something at hand that they desire. I have had the salt house for 12 years now, and rented my own house before that. And one of the first things I decided was that any time a guest asked whether I had something they were looking for and I did not, I would immedi

Funny you ask! With summer peeking around the corner, we're dusting off our summer must-haves. I have so many romantic notions about what I want to do in summer, but then the bugs bite, the sand chafes, and there's grit in my sandwich. So let's get ready to make the best of summer with the least number of inconveniences. The Beach List - Starting with the most basic of basics, sunscreen. Reef-friendly and not hard to apply, I really like Blue Lizard. A beach day isn't a be

If you've ever slid into my DMs asking about the cushion in the hot tub, the candle on the sauna bench, or the linen throw draped over the chair on the screened porch, this post is for you. I've been wanting to write this for a while because I get asked frequently: " Where did you find that? And for a long time, my answer was a chaotic mix of story replies, saved drafts, and honestly just... forgetting where I bought things. Not great. So let me tell you about ShopMy: what i

Well, for one, I was born in Edmonton. I also spent a lot of my young years visiting beloved grandparents there. Now one of my best friends and her family lives in Edmonton, and so I have taken a couple of wee trips to visit, once again. Amazingly, they live spitting distance from where my grandparents lived. Too cool! 40 years later, my memories were revived, and I have been able to tap into all kinds of forgotten joys. And so I am beginning to feel confident to recomm

With the flights from Halifax to London currently being scheduled at the best times for a quick getaway, spending 72 hours in London is super easy and lots of fun. You’ll feel like you’ve been away for two weeks! Here is a detailed 72-hour itinerary to make the most of your trip. Day 1: Arrival and Exploration Fly the noon flight from Halifax to Heathrow. This gets you on the ground in England just after 8 PM. Stay in the English style, above a pub , so you can grab a pint an

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Embracing the Dinner Party Renaissance Forget everything you think you know about hosting. The dinner party isn't about recreating a Martha Stewart fever dream with hand-pressed linens and seven-course meals. (Man, she messed with Baby Boomers and Gen X!) It's about creating genuine connections in a world that's forgotten how to sit still together. Those leading this renaissance understand something crucial: people don't remember whether your napkins matched your centerpiece.

Something remarkable is happening in our homes and kitchens, and I like it! After years of chasing minimalist perfection and...

Iiiiiiit's FRIDAY! And ever in pursuit of fun, here are the recipes we have been testing to serve at our tables this summer. A Turkish...

I ABSOLUTELY love Sundays. I did not suffer from Sunday Scaries as a child as school was a refuge and a joy. I love that I have been...

The absolute joy of summer is upon us as the long weekend closes. I have been cooking, eating, and drinking for you all (in the interest...

Yesterday it was summer, today it is....well...chilly. The wood stove has chased the chill from the house, but I am ready for more...

Nope! One sniff of warmth and I am off planning the next four months! Really! It's been four months since Christmas. Now is the time!...

Well, the coming of Spring is NOT! Hahahaha...But even with the snow currently icing everything this April morning, I feel a sense of...

Who here has had collywobbles? I spent a few years of my childhood fearing I would develop collywobbles. My grandmother was...

As always the shock is REAL. Here comes September! Joyfully the delights of harvest, the honey sun, and the warmth of Sunday suppers...

Seriously? Really? THAT is a subject for another blog! Geesh! However, I did have a friend once describe a restaurant as, "A gorgeous...

I was reading through a few reviews of a friend's business the other day, and started wondering; how many people actually do a deep dive...

Indeed I have FULL Summer vibes! The island is lush and green, and I have had my first swim in the ocean! (Water temperature 8.9C this...

Why, Yaaaas! I have an idea or two. The idea of trying to start up a kitchen can be pretty daunting. Especially if you are young, have...