Guide to Comporta, Portugal

For big birthdays in my family, my dad always gives us a trip in lieu of a physical gift and lets the recipient pick the location. For my 30th, we all went to Sicily and it was a dream come true. None of us have ever been to Portugal and it had been on my short list for years, so I chose it for my 40th!

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Tzatziki with Crispy Chickpeas & Fresh Herbs

This dip is so good as a snack or part of a mezze platter, but you can also turn it into a full meal by adding a scoop of quinoa or rice and some chopped veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers, olives) and pulled chicken on top.

I made it a few weeks ago and just dipped crackers into it for lunch!

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Random Things: May

I’ve been on a major reading and TV bender lately (is that a thing?), and I regret nothing. Between cozy evenings curled up with a good book and zoning out to shows after the kids are in bed, this little list is a mix of everything I’m loving right now.

From tearjerker books to trash TV I can’t stop watching (oh hello there, SLOMW) to what might be the best comedy on TV, I've done it all.

Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day always sneaks up on me, and every year I find myself scrambling at the last minute to find something thoughtful that my dad and husband will actually use and love. This year, I made it a point to start early and put together a guide full of gift ideas for all kinds of dads, whether he’s into grilling, golf, gadgets, or clothes.