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nasi goreng

I first tasted Nasi Goreng while honeymooning in Bali, Indonesia and fell instantly in love. I'm not sure why I started thinking about this tasty fried rice-based dish now...maybe I have the travel bug after my trip to Australia or…

easy bathroom update

Grey & white chevron stripe shower curtains This is the same bathroom I showed you in my bathroom make-over story here. It is still not scheduled for remodeling even though it's definitely starting to show it's age (I'm currently knee-deep…

steve cumper’s black cherry trifle

A special dessert for a family gathering or dinner party doesn't need to take hours to prepare. Designed by Australian chef, Steve Cumper, this Black Cherry Trifle is easy to make and a memorable way to wrap up an evening...and…

closet organizing gadgets & ideas – links

Glasses storage After living out of suitcases for the past week while my old closet is being demolished and refitted, I'm started to get excited about the possibilities of my new custom-fitted, truly organized place to store my clothes. (more…)

blossom branches – flowers at my place

Bringing flowers home and arranging them in simple but striking ways really brightens up my week! I tend to pick up bunches at my local Farmers Market or at Trader Joe's for a reasonable price (these branches cost $5.99 for…

recycle your old sweater – DIY

I didn't wear this short sleeve, cowl neck sweater at all last winter (please excuse the glow-in-the-dark jewelry, it was Halloween!). Instead of tossing it, I'm transforming it into three different, fashion-forward accessories, a short infinity scarf, boot toppers, and…