Warmer weather has arrived, which means dining outdoors is a must. Many of you reached out on social media asking me where I love to dine outdoors. There are a ton of great options for restaurants to dine alfresco in…
What I Learned From The Summer of 2020
I wanted to take a second to write down some thoughts about this past summer. Because let’s be honest, the summer of 2020 was unlike any other. A summer of learning, letting go, and focusing on what’s most important. I’ve…
The 411 in the 616: Last Week of Summer
Next week is officially the start of fall! With this being the last official week of summer, I’m soaking in these warmer sunny days. Mark your calendars because I’m excited to release The GR Guide Fall Magazine next week Tuesday….
Fun Ideas to Enjoy This Labor Day Weekend
I know it’s not officially the end of summer, but Labor Day weekend always feels like a goodbye to summer. The kids are back in school, the air is getting crisp, and the leaves are starting to show some color….
The 411 in the 616: Goodbye August
It’s hard to believe this is the last day of August. The summer months always seems to fly by, but this summer felt different. This summer included more time at home, more time outside, and more time with the people…
Learn How to Make a Hugo Spritz Cocktail
You guys know I love a good spritz cocktail, and this Hugo Spritz is my new favorite. The mix of lime, mint and elderflower liqueur is quite possibly the best combination EVER. I know these combination of flavors sounds a…
New Cooking Playlist for the Kitchen
As you’ve seen I’ve added a ton of recipes to The GR Guide the past few months. I clearly love being in the kitchen. We’re both so thankful our kitchen was done before quarantine, because we’ve done a lot of…
The Best Summer Gazpacho Recipe
One of my all-time favorite summer recipes is gazpacho. On a hot summer afternoon this cold soup is a refreshing lunch eaten alfresco. I serve the gazpacho with sliced avocado, and some crispy baguette bread to dip in the soup….
The 411 in the 616: Embracing Joy This Summer
Hi friends! If feels like July is flying by, but I’m doing my best embracing joy this summer. We’re planning a mini vacation to Mackinac Island next week for our anniversary and just the planning has me excited. This is…
My Summer 2020 Reading List
Searching for a new book to read? Summer is a great time to catch up on some reading, so I created a summer reading list of books I want to read. It’s sort of like a bucket list of books…
18 Fun Summer Date Ideas To Try
Need some new date ideas for this summer? This summer has shaped up to be a little different with COVID-19 restrictions, but that doesn’t mean you can’t plan a fun date together. I’ve come up with some creative date ideas…
My Favorite Grilled Caesar Salad Recipe
If you love a classic caesar salad you’re going to love this recipe. Grilling the romaine adds such a great depth of flavor, and it’s super easy. Cory and I enjoy making this grilled caesar salad for lunch or dinner…
