Beautiful Food, Travel & Design
We rented a Pacific Overlander 4×4 camping vehicle and did a five-day road trip through California, Utah & Arizona. Here’s our experience off-road camping (more like glamping!) along the way.
Last month Pat and I set out on a road trip adventure that was unlike anything I’ve ever done. We rented a 4×4 truck outfitted with a tent on top that allowed us to take advantage of all the public land here on the west coast. It was a taste of the #VanLife movement and oh was it sweet…. Read More »
The BEST authentic Italian tiramisu recipe made even more fun with individual servings. Make it the night before for a great party recipe!
I have such a treat for you today! This recipe for an authentic tiramisu will absolutely knock your socks off. It’s probably even better than the tiramisu at your favorite Italian restaurant. It’s just a bit boozy, with a rich coffee flavor and the creaminess of mascarpone cheese…. Read More »
August was a month of great eating, as are most of our months here in San Francisco! My Instagram account was full of epic meals that probably made you drool a bit. #sorrynotsorry I would argue that the best way to explore San Francisco is with your stomach.
Here’s what got our attention this month…
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Leo’s Oyster Bar might be the prettiest restaurant in San Francisco – dreamy palm leaf wallpaper, charming pink and green decor and delicious food!
Where do you take Australia’s biggest food blogger when she comes to town? Really, if you’re looking to impress pretty much anyone, Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco is the way to go. It’s a quadruple threat – amazing food, charming decor, great cocktails and friendly service.
I could go on and on about the iconic palm print wallpaper, the pink, green and gold decor and the high ceilings, but really the photos can tell the story better than I ever could!
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Your guide to what to eat, where to stay and what to do in Monterey, California plus how to get a discount ticket at the Monterey Bay Aquarium!
Pat and I just got back from an amazing weekend getaway to Monterey, which is about 2.5 hours south of San Francisco. We had the best time and it was so great to get out of the city.
One of the most amazing things about this trip is that our itinerary was almost completely crowd sourced. I asked you guys on Instagram where we should go, what we should do and where we should eat in Monterey and you more than delivered!
In addition to this travel guide, don’t forget to watch this short video featuring highlights from our trip:
Looking for the best views of Golden Gate Bridge? Slacker Hill in the Marin Headlands has stunning aerial views of the bridge and the San Francisco skyline!
It’s hard to plan a trip to San Francisco without a visit to admire the Golden Gate Bridge. I live here, and the bridge still takes my breath away when we drive over it. Some of the best views of the bridge are from the opposite side of bridge in the Marin Headlands. You get not only the view of the bridge, but also of the San Francisco skyline. Most of the stops along the coast are packed with tourists. The road often gets backed up with people looking for parking spots.
Did you know if you drive just a bit further up there’s a secret spot that boasts the best views of the bridge? You can stare down at all the cars crammed along the viewpoints dotting Conzelman Road and feel smug about this secret spot that is off the beaten path. High up on Slacker Hill, you’ll get the best aerial views of the Golden Gate Bridge aside from renting a helicopter. You’ll also be spared sharing the view with a dozen selfie sticks and the noise of the road and all the other tourists.
You’ll be rewarded with these views:
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Our luxurious San Francisco staycation – a review and photo tour of the iconic Palace Hotel rooms and the Pied Piper in downtown SF.
If there’s a place that defines luxury in San Francisco, I think it’s the Palace Hotel in downtown San Francisco. Pat and I had the chance to sneak away to the Palace Hotel last month for a romantic staycation, to celebrate our four-year wedding anniversary…. Read More »