Weekend Favorites: 8.5.16

Eating fresh raspberries, bike rides by the beach & more of what I’m loving this week…

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How are you? I’m writing this as I enjoy fresh raspberries with real whipped cream and an episode of Mr. Robot. Sometimes a fresh fruit summer dessert is all you need. And Rami Malek. Also, wine.

Over the past week Rose and I tested 15+ recipes for a client that I’m consulting with. Also, I’ve been absolutely loving early morning bike rides by the lake. There aren’t very many people out and the sun is just beginning to rise; it’s really one of the most beautiful ways to start the day.

In other news: Lately, I’ve been thinking about cutting back on blogging in an effort to keep things creative and also keep my mind sane. As you probably know, soon we’ll be moving to our new place and we have plenty to take care of. My mom is even going to fly in to help pack, because moving is one of my least favorite things on this earth.

This weekend we’re heading to a family reunion! I’m planning on making an angel food cake and a new salad I want to test out. Total noms.

Sadly, I don’t have much time to chat, because I’m working on finishing up my Europe recap post, but we’ll catch up soon. In the meantime, enjoy my favorite links from around the internet:

Legit obsessed with this bungalow in Austin. The copper touches are gorg.

Gaby’s chocolate chip cookies look absolutely KILLER.

I did Facebook live this week and made energy bites! Check it out here!

Blackberry Lavender White Chocolate Scones. Run, don’t walk, to the kitchen to make ASAP

This article on what it’s really like to lose 25 pounds. Giving me inspiration to write something about my personal experience!

13 of the most untouched Mediterranean islands. Breaktaking.

This blog is rocking my world.

Watermelon Rose Margs. Guzzle guzzle.

Loving this Asian Noodle salad. How perfect would it be with spiralized cucumbers?

If you’re in Chicago, come hang out and cook with me on August 21st! Get more details here.