Wineries + picnics = my love language A fun perk of living in Northern Virginia is all of the wineries around! The closest winery (that I know of) to the DC metro area is also one of my favorites, Paradise Springs Winery. It's about 35 minutes away, tucked out in Clifton, Virginia, and I love … Continue reading Paradise Springs Winery
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Engagement Party & Shower: Fiesta
I had the best time dreaming up and planning an engagement party and couples shower for my incredible sister Bridgette and her now-husband Rob! They are truly the most amazing couple ever, & I couldn't wait to help throw them a party/shower as fabulous as they are! My mom, Rob's mom, and Rob's sister were all also … Continue reading Engagement Party & Shower: Fiesta
Best of DC: Restaurants & Happy Hours
Having lived in DC for almost four years (already?!), I've been to my fair share of happy hours and fun dinners in the city. I work near the White House, in the heart of the city, and I used to work in Dupont Circle for several years. That being said, I have eaten some amazing, … Continue reading Best of DC: Restaurants & Happy Hours
Summer Soiree Recipes
Recently, I was voted the "Martha Stewart" of the office at work (true story: at my first job in DC, I was the official OPM... Office Party Manager). I would say this new title is an accurate one for me, though one of the reasons given was because I was such a good cook! Most … Continue reading Summer Soiree Recipes
