Who’s ready for the long weekend?! I’m really looking forward to this Labor Day and a long weekend to enjoy by the lakeshore. We’ll be in Holland for the weekend so be sure to follow along on Instagram to see…
Fun Ideas to Enjoy This Labor Day Weekend
I know it’s not officially the end of summer, but Labor Day weekend always feels like a goodbye to summer. The kids are back in school, the air is getting crisp, and the leaves are starting to show some color….
A Recap of My Week Up North + A Guide to Glen Arbor
I’m back from an amazing week in Glen Arbor, Michigan with my family. Believe it our not, this was our 30th year vacationing together in Glen Arbor. Pretty crazy right? My dad spent years going up to Glen Arbor with…
My Favorite Recipe for Zucchini Bread
If you’re skeptical about zucchini bread, let me convince you why it’s so good (and easy to make). This is my first year growing zucchini in my garden, and surprisingly we’ve had at least ten zucchini and yellow squash. With…
The 411 in the 616: Goodbye August
It’s hard to believe this is the last day of August. The summer months always seems to fly by, but this summer felt different. This summer included more time at home, more time outside, and more time with the people…
The Weekend Guide: Vol. 39
Hi friends and happy Friday! I’m really busy around here trying to get everything packed for a week up north. All the food, clothes, and laundry are spread across the house. It’s a bit crazy, but we’re looking forward to…
Learn How to Make a Hugo Spritz Cocktail
You guys know I love a good spritz cocktail, and this Hugo Spritz is my new favorite. The mix of lime, mint and elderflower liqueur is quite possibly the best combination EVER. I know these combination of flavors sounds a…
The 411 in the 616: Savoring These Summer Days
Hello Monday! August is slowly slipping away, and I can’t help but think “where did summer go?” Next week I’m headed to Glen Arbor with my family for our annual week up north. This will be our 30th year spending…
Dining Room Update: Woven Wood Shades
I’m really excited to share some home updates with you here on the blog. Our full kitchen reveal is coming soon so stay tuned. In the meantime, I’ve been working on our built-in dining nook that I’ve taken over as…
New Cooking Playlist for the Kitchen
As you’ve seen I’ve added a ton of recipes to The GR Guide the past few months. I clearly love being in the kitchen. We’re both so thankful our kitchen was done before quarantine, because we’ve done a lot of…
The Best Summer Gazpacho Recipe
One of my all-time favorite summer recipes is gazpacho. On a hot summer afternoon this cold soup is a refreshing lunch eaten alfresco. I serve the gazpacho with sliced avocado, and some crispy baguette bread to dip in the soup….
The 411 in the 616: Just Peachy
Whew, what a weekend we had. I anticipated a relaxing weekend at home, but unfortunately Wrigley needed some extra love and attention. If you follow me on Instagram you saw an update about Wrigley’s head wound. Unfortunately the wound got…
