One of my favorite subjects to talk about on Espresso and Cream is breakfast. Probably because breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. No other meal really compares in my opinion, and although I typically eat the same breakfast (oatmeal, peanut butter, banana) I love mixing it up now and again. Since it’s been incredibly hot and looks like this week is going to be even warmer, I’ve been trading in my bowl of oats for colder breakfasts like … Read More
Why I Gave my Scale the Boot
Image Source I’ve been meaning to write about this topic for a while now, but this is the first chance I’ve gotten to really put thoughts down on paper with all the craziness of our summer schedules. As a bit of a background, I grew up in a house where we never owned a scale. Once in a while when I was visiting friends, I would step on a scale at their house. But my mom was a big proponent … Read More
Celebrating 2 Years
Today marks our two-year wedding anniversary! I can’t believe that we have been married for two years, yet at the same time it feels like we’ve been together forever. I still don’t know much about marriage but I can tell you that who you choose as a partner is the most important decision of your life. And I’m pretty darn blessed with who I ended up with. Here are a few of the candid photos from our wedding. I’m hoping … Read More
This Month’s Stitch Fix Review
Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had a great long weekend. Joe and I stayed close to home this weekend since Joe had to work on Friday and I didn’t. It was so relaxing not to have to travel and to enjoy a mini little stay-cation in our city. Major bonus? It was super quiet in the city! We ate at a restaurant that’s usually super busy and didn’t have to wait for a table, played a ton of tennis … Read More
Life (on Instagram) Lately
Joe and I have been playing a lot of tennis lately and I’m holding my own. | A new favorite wine for sipping outside with friends | Picking up a few summer-to-fall pieces from Banana Republic | Cuddling with my best girl Laying out in the backyard with Nutmeg on a Friday afternoon | Organic Cinnamon Toast Crunch?! | Healthy snacking favorite | A BLT made for Joe with items from our CSA | I can’t get enough stripes! Want … Read More
Cookie Dough Stuffed Brownies
I told you all last week about the new blog I’m contributing to at work, Tasteseekers Kitchen. Well, if you hopped on over there, you probably saw the ultra-decadent Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Stuffed Brownie Pops. They super cute and much easier than cake pops, which drive me crazy! I can’t never get them to look as pretty as I would like. When my friend, Laura, invited us over to dinner a couple weeks ago, I decided to make a … Read More
A morning with…Clara Artschwager
Happy Monday, friends! I’m excited to start this (short) week off with another “A morning with…” feature. I am hoping to start posting these more regularly, but lately life has got the best of me and I’ve been more focused on spending time outside than anything else. That said, I’m super excited to have my friend, Clara, share a bit about her morning routine today. Clara is the genius blogger behind Channeling Contessa and is also an incredibly talented event … Read More
Around the Web
Tasteseekers Kitchen // I’ve been working on a really fun project at work! We recently launched a new blog called Tasteseekers Kitchen, which is published by the General Mills Test Kitchen. And yes, that means I get to blog at work. My post this week was a little decadent and totally delicious: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Pops (pictured above) which are perfect for 4th of July! Stop on over and share some love! Summer Fitness Challenge on Mommy’s Me … Read More
California Style Tuna Salad (Mayo-Free!)
If we’re being totally honest, Tuesdays are one of my least favorite days of the week. Mondays have been redeemed by the fact that The Bachelorette is on TV, though I think this season is incredibly lame and am struggling to get into it. Anyone with me? By Wednesday you can say “the week is halfway over” and Thursday and Friday are filled with anticipation of the weekend to come. I’m still searching for something to love about Tuesdays. I … Read More
Curling Wand Tutorial (Video)
Curling Wand Tutorial (Click Here!) I don’t usually post twice in one day. But you asked for a tutorial on how to use a curling wand and I delivered. If you’ve ever wondered how to get loose, wavy curls that look natural, the secret is a curling wand! Or, if you’re cheap like me, watch the video for a DIY version… Have a happy weekend, friends! Madison
Life Lately (Outfit Edition)
Happy Friday, friends! Do you have any big plans for the weekend? Joe and I had an absolutely crazy weeek! We started taking tennis lessions through our city’s adult summer recreation program and the classes are on Monday and Wednesday nights. On Tuesday I met a friend for a drink after work and got my hair colored (blonde, blonde, blonde!) and Joe played in a competitive yard game league (?!) on Thursday night. Tonight? I’m ready to sit on my … Read More
Everyday Brownies
Do you grocery shop with your husband or significant other? Here’s the deal: I love to spend time with Joe and we do a lot of activities together, but lately I’ve been trying to make a habit of going to the grocery store without him. Why, you ask? Because I find it incredibly difficult to stay on budget when I have a hungry hubby along with me. Somehow, we always end up with more snack food and unhealthy treats when … Read More