My Dad was over the other day enjoying some soccer and his grandson. It seemed like a perfect time to break out these perfect little treats and swish them down with some Jasmine tea. An enjoyable Saturday afternoon.
The Little Bird
Proud Memeber of;
Be Mine
Are you ready to make those sweet little Valentines cards? Or maybe you’re going to propose? Or you’re going out with friends to celebrate the anti-valentines day. Whatever it may be, enjoy the reds, pinks and most of all the chocolate. mmmm.
Local Love
Recently I read on Twitter that one of the wedding trends of 2010 was farm dinners and the writer didn’t understand why. Another vendor simply replied that in California, this trend was totally understandable because we have so much local food to choose from. I have to agree. There is nothing more wonderful than to celebrate what surrounds you. In Northern California, we get to enjoy everything from organic fruits and vegetables, creameries that are to die for, to local wine and grass fed meat and poultry. Yummmm…..
If your wedding reception is located in the North Bay or in Northern California for that matter, here is some local love for you to explore:
Cowgirl Creamery – Artisan Cheeses
Cypress Grove – Artisan Cheeses and makers of Humboldt Fog!
Prather Ranch – Organic grass fed beef
Marin Sun Farms – Grass fed and pasture raised
Stubbs Vineyard – Artisan crafted wine
Sunday Musings….
Really looking forward to photographing this year’s brides and grooms. There is a wonderful mix of venues, ranging from wineries to hotels, city clubs to beaches. The couples are all unique and the brides all beautiful. Happy Sunday!
The Crown of Love
Crown making is a regular activity at my son’s Co-Op and I can’t tell you how amazing it is to see him prancing around like the king he is, wearing his crown. His walk is different, his demeanor so regal. Happy Saturday!
“The Crown of Love” by The Arcade Fire is a beautiful song…..though it has nothing to do with children. Still great.
The Cypress Artisan Album
Stunning, classic, everlasting. What more can you ask for in a wedding album. Have a wonderful weekend.
Crimson with black ribbon.
The Green Post
Winters in California are a funny thing. In the northern parts, it rains. A lot!! When it rains, the hills literally come alive. The dull browns turn to jade green. On the coast, it looks like Ireland. Beautiful to say the least. Green….not just a color. A movement, an idea, a feeling or emotion, nature. Welcome 2010!
Featured ~ San Francisco Brides Magazine ~
How exciting! Take a sneak peak before it comes out in print. Happy Holidays to you all and thanks so much for visiting. May 2010 bring you all that you deserve and more!
Holiday Guide – My Personal Favorites
I had a great time putting this together. These gifts are hand selected by me because at some point or another I had the pleasure of being the recipient. Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays once again!
For both books : Amazon
Cupcakes: Dean & De Luca
iTunes Gift Cards: Apple
Fred Flare E-Cards: Fred Flare
Etsy: Etsy
Christmas in California
Back in October I posted about how unseasonably warm it was for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Now it is unseasonably cold for Christmas. Funny how things work out sometimes. I don’t mind it so much since I was born and raised in the Washington D.C. area. This wonderfully chilly air reminds me of days past when we would bundle up to go out and play in the snow. Christmas activities included frolicking with cousins galore, eating the most delicious Italian meals and warming up with laughs and Holiday music. Ho, Ho, Ho!
Now we get to spend it in sunny California! Starting new traditions and singing to our own Holiday cheer!
by silvana
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