If you've hit a brick wall on what to give your mom, grandma, or an older woman friend, then you'll enjoy the special occasion and holiday gift ideas I've put together below with older women in mind. They include culinary delights, skin care, beauty items, jewelry, and other fun items all women will love even if she makes you think she's got everything she needs. I hope you … [Read more...]
Travel Experts Guide to the Wine Region of Auckland New Zealand
If you love food, wine, and unique travel experiences, New Zealand is probably already on your bucket list. You can get many big-name brands of New Zealand wine at your local restaurant or supermarket, but the most memorable experiences are created by visiting the remote but accessible corners of the Auckland wine region, where you personally meet winemakers, drink the world's … [Read more...]
Napa Valley: Fall Leaves and Fine Wine
Napa Valley in autumn is my favorite place to be for this Southern California girl because autumn leaves in Los Angeles are rare. The hillsides and vineyards of the wine country are ablaze with rust, red, and yellow colors after the harvest. I love when I can spend the Thanksgiving holidays at my brother's house near Yountville because it gives our spread-out family a chance to … [Read more...]
Champagne Berry Ambrosia
As we all know berries are ridiculously good for you and filled with anti-aging antioxidants. They're even better mixed in with a little bubbly. That's why I created this yummy champagne berry ambrosia that only takes minutes to make. Please give this champagne berry ambrosia recipe a try and have a BERRY wonderful day! Champagne Berry Ambrosia Print An easy … [Read more...]
Historic Sonoma: A Tour of California History
I love to travel even if it’s not that far away and just came back from a trip to Napa and historic Sonoma, California. One of my brothers lives in Napa near Yountville, and his wife is a dentist in Sonoma. My sister had flown in as well for a family gathering but needed some dental work done. I came along with her on her appointment and afterward, we decided to spend time … [Read more...]