Welcome To My Blog
A place to explore travel, entrepreneurship, entertaining, discoveries, and more. I hope it becomes a space for conversation, connection, and community.
Thanksgiving Traditions
I love Thanksgiving. It’s full of my favorite things: fall weather, delicious food, and most importantly, time with family.
My Favorite Family Tradition
I feel lucky to have grown up in a family built around traditions.
My Dream Dinner Party Guests
One of my favorite icebreakers is asking people who their dream dinner party guests would be.
A Perfect Trip To Italy
This itinerary is what I’d suggest for anyone’s first Italian adventure.
Three Questions
I’ve received some very thoughtful questions recently, and I’ve collected my thoughts for three of them here.
How I Pack
I’m on the go at least a few times a month, and I’ve gotten packing down to a science.
A Professional Regret
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My Ideal Weekend at Home
Though we adore traveling and adventures, my husband, Bill, and I savor our weekends at home.
Siamo Insieme
I try hard to instill a strong sense of community at the company, and it is my hope that every employee feels genuinely valued and proud to be there.
The Best Advice I've Received
I love this reminder to enjoy what I’m doing, that work can be fun, and that I shouldn’t take myself too seriously.
My Entertaining Tips
I grew up in the South, where porches wrapped around the house, lightning bugs illuminated the night sky, dinner parties filled the calendar, and visitors were always welcome.
The History of the Warehouse Sale
My mother, my sister, and I had started a business that combined all of our loves and passions for living a life of entertaining with friends and family, southern hospitality, and enjoying the world and its people.
Positano, the Vertical City
Positano is a village of color, of smiles and relaxation, a place to dream and have dreams come true.
Behind The Scenes
"I wanted to pay tribute to what has made Italy so special to me– its beauty, its cuisine, its style, and most importantly, its people."
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"My life took an unexpected and incredible turn in 1983 when my mother invited my sister and me to join her on a trip to Italy."
Italy on a Plate
Italy on a Plate is an exploration into what makes Italy so magical: its staggering beauty, unparalleled style, artistic legacy, and incredible food.