Jul 6, 2021 | Austin, cocktails, cocktails at home, Kansas City, lists, Portland, San Francisco, shop local
I’ve always loved shopping local stores, full of treasures you never knew existed. When I started getting really into home bartending about five years ago, there was so much I needed. Cocktail shops quickly became something I looked for when traveling, second... 
Jun 7, 2019 | Arizona, food, shop local
I’m in Scottsdale, AZ at Bloghouse Scottsdale (a travel blog conference). I’ve been blogging for almost 10 years (this November), so it seemed like a good time to learn more. As I walked around the resort this morning, I was struck by these beautiful... 
May 29, 2019 | cocktails, food, gin, Seattle, shop local, Washington
I haven’t been to Seattle for quite a few years. The city has changed immensely since I was last in town, maybe ten years ago (I don’t even have any blog posts tagged with Seattle) – lots of high-rise buildings and so many new restaurants! One thing that hasn’t... 
May 14, 2019 | art, Barcelona, city guides, cocktails, food, gin, shop local, souvenirs, Spain
After a solid week of work, I had Friday to myself to spend a day in Barcelona. I walked about 15 miles while checking out sites in the city, starting with Casa Milà. Designed by famed architect, Antoni Gaudi, this UNESCO World Heritage Site and former private... 
Mar 30, 2019 | art, city guides, cocktails, Day Trips from Kansas City, food, Kansas City, shop local
Hey all! It’s hard to believe we’re sliding into April on Monday – mostly for those of us who witnessed snow this morning. People are always looking for new spots to try out in Kansas City, whether you’re a local or visiting. Our little city is growing up and getting... 
Mar 22, 2019 | cocktails, food, gin, Oregon, Portland, shop local, tequila, whiskey
No trip to Portland is complete without a trip to either Salt & Straw. After a productive day of meetings, we headed to Whiz Bang Bar (Salt & Straw’s soft serve version). I ordered this insane Rocky Road Hot Fudge Magic Cone – a house-made black cocoa waffle...
