A soft wind moves through your open window, carrying the fresh scent of blooming peonies and the quiet sounds of a summer afternoon. It’s a fleeting moment, gone as quickly as it arrived—but something in you softens, just for a second. These are the instances that often slip by unnoticed, but what if you paid […]
We all know the power of great conversation starters. The right question can turn small talk into something deeper, helping us create connections that feel meaningful and real. Whether it’s a dinner party, a first date, a long-overdue catch-up with a friend, or a quick chat in the office kitchen, having a few thoughtful prompts […]
A couple summers ago, we spent a week in Montauk at a casual, chic hotel called Marram. Between beach walks, bonfires, and exploring every corner of the Hamptons, we ate everything on offer at the visiting restaurant concept currently happening at the hotel. That summer, it was Mostrador Marram—from chef Fernando Trocca—bringing Argentine flavors and […]
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. I don’t like to generalize, but finding Father’s Day gifts fitting for the paternal figures in our lives is notoriously hard. I have years of anxious shopping trips to back that theory up. I’ve put in my […]
My husband and I used to have an enormous chocolate brown sofa in our living room, with a matching brown chair and ottoman. We were in our early 20s and I was at the very beginning stages of falling in love with interiors. I was clueless about living room layouts and scale. The furniture was […]
Are you wondering: does olive oil go bad? One of the most popular and versatile ingredients in the kitchen, olive oil can be used for everything from sauteing, roasting, and air-frying, to vinaigrettes, salads, marinades, pastas, and even baking – adding richness to whatever is added to. Rich in antioxidants and heart-healthy fats, it’s also […]
We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. I have an embarrassing confession. When I was first assigned the opportunity to review Summer Fridays, I mistakenly jotted down the brand as “Sunday Riley,” a similar but different digitally native brand with a notable hero product […]
For a long time, I thought being a good conversationalist meant always knowing the right thing to say. Usually, that looked like trying to relate to people with my own, similar anecdotes or attempting to give advice. But the older I get, the more I realize that greater connection comes from talking less. Instead of […]
Summer often arrives like a breath of fresh air—a chance to slow down, savor golden hour, and let the days unfold with ease. Yet, for many of us, the season slips away amid packed schedules, work deadlines, and the noise of everyday life. But what if this summer could feel different? What if it could […]
When I think about desserts that take me back to childhood, nothing takes the cake more than an oatmeal cream pie. There’s something joy-inducing about unwrapping those perfectly soft cookies with sweet frosting sandwiched in the middle. That is, until I actually had one a few days ago and realized that nostalgia doesn’t always live […]