DIY Gloves!

sock gloves

I’ve realized since Brad started at Tar & Roses that we were pretty spoiled while he was at Pintxo. One of us almost always got off of work early, so one of us always got the “load the bike into … Continue reading 

Home For Christmas

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Brad and I have lived in Santa Monica just about three years. It seems every year is getting a little easier than the last.  We know our way around a little better.  We know a few more people.  We have … Continue reading 

Still Thankful

sweet potato casserole

Oh my gosh. After weekends like this one, I swear off drinking for a few days.  Then I get home from a long day at work and see that bottle of wine with just a couple glasses left in it… … Continue reading 

Farmer’s Market Fall

Santa Monica Farmer's Market

Let’s be honest.  It was Labor Day.  Then I blinked.  Then it was nearly Halloween. Well, Hellooooo Fall! For the last ten years or so I have spent my autumns in places and climates where the leaves don’t change color. … Continue reading 

Five Whole Days

James Beard Foundation

I dropped off Brad this morning at 5AM for the most amazing and exciting business trip yet. He is cooking with my boss, Andrew Kirschner, and representing Tar & Roses at the James Beard House in Manhattan. The James Beard … Continue reading 

Told You It Wasn’t Fall

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Put away those Pumpkin Spice Lattes, people. Even here in Santa Monica it is a sweaty 93 degrees today.  And it sure doesn’t feel like fall. If I had white pants, I would probably wear them today just to prove … Continue reading 

Brad and Kels Adventure Day

pacific ocean

Brad and I dont get much time off together.  Brad works all the time and I work nights, so it doesn’t really bode well for typical date nights. Sometimes we make dinner at 1AM.  Or watch late night TV until … Continue reading 

Best Dessert Ever: Butterscotch Budino

butterscotch pot de creme gjelina recipe diy

I just made the most amazing dessert. Salty, buttery, rich and the perfect amount of sweet.  This Butterscotch Budino is the most amazing custard.  I make a mean panna cota that I’ll share with you one day, but it’s nothing … Continue reading