Now that summer is in full swing, we’re all looking for ways to work in some international travel to our vacation days. But when life gets busy and flights get expensive, sometimes we’re left dreaming, forced to make the best of it locally. But don’t just settle for an all-American summer… With this how-to … Read More
Image credit: inspiredbythis.com What comes after “ring before spring”? For many of us, summer ‘tis the season for celebrating our best gals and their coming nuptials. And you know what that means! Lots and LOTS of bachelorette parties. If you’re lucky enough to be included in the bride-to-be’s entourage, you’ll want to make sure … Read More
Gazing out the window at the summer sun, we were reminded of how much joy the summer season used to bring us. The warmer weather meant school was out, which meant we would have time for all of our most favorite parts of life: Soaking in the fading warmth of the water with late-night swims … Read More
Stars, Stripes and a Sangria Recipe that will change your life! As you sit on the dock and watch the fireworks light up the starry night sky, the tips of your toes touch the cool water beneath you, and the sound of your family and friends laughing and talking rings in your ears. Though … Read More
With the official start date to summer just around the corner, we’re all too eager for sun-filled days and warm starry nights. Whatever you’re looking forward to most, there’s no question that at some point, you’ll be spending time by the pool. Whether your dipping your toes in daily, kicking it poolside every evening after … Read More
Every book enthusiast knows that summer is the perfect time to tackle that reading list that has been steadily growing since the winter months. Well folks, summer is here and it’s time to grab your swimsuits, pack your totes with canned rosè, and head to the beach (or pool) with a good book in hand. … Read More
What’s in a name? That which we call Butternut by any other name would taste as sweet. Or something like that, right Shakespeare? The name Butternut came quite literally from a butternut squash. We had Butternut chardonnay all blended and completed in a barrel, but we didn’t have a name. When our winemaker, Tony, noticed … Read More
Nothing says “summer is just around the corner” like the arrival of the Kentucky Derby. Held annually on the first Saturday in May, it’s a day we look forward to all year long. 20 three-year-old thoroughbred horses compete for the grand prize of 3 million dollars, a solid gold trophy, and garland covered in 400 … Read More
It’s no secret that we love wine. Bottle, glass, can – heck, styrofoam cup…bring it on. But with summer just around the corner, the pool party, backyard bbq, and park picnic invitations have started rolling in which has us reaching for cans over bottles these days. There is something so effortless, appealing, and non-pretentious about … Read More
After a long cold winter, there is nothing we love more than a good Spring Cleaning. It may sound daunting at first, but we actually find it to be quite enjoyable and, dare we say, therapeutic? We’ve made a list of 10 chronological steps to help you tackle everything on your Spring Cleaning to-do list … Read More
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