My Perfect Night Out Involves Food & Wine
How often do you and your significant other schedule a date night? Meaning no kids tagging along, of course. Just grown-up conversation and a flashback to what it was like BK (Before Kids). I have friends that do this really well and have a date night once a week. Me? Not so much. We need to get better about setting aside time to spend as just a couple. It just seems like life always gets in the way. When we do plan a date night, it generally involves food and wine. Lots of great food and wine. Enter T. Cook's third annual "Cellar Series." These special events not only offer an amazing intimate dining experience, but ...Read more.
Our Stay at the “New” Royal Palms Resort
I've always been a huge fan of the Royal Palms Resort & Spa -- from the gorgeous property to the award-winning T. Cook's restaurant which never disappoints. It's right down the street from our house, but once I'm there I immediately feel like I'm on vacation somewhere in the Mediterranean. The beautiful architecture and lush grounds are the perfect backdrop for a relaxing vacation or staycation. We also like to pop into the bar on the weekends for a drink and to enjoy the live music -- generally a talented local singer/guitarist is playing songs we all recognize, ranging from the '70s to now. Love! Needless to ...Read more.
Angela’s Lab | The Most Versatile Dress Ever
This is my new go-to dress. It works for meetings, luncheons, date night, speaking engagements, events, weddings, church... the list goes on. It's tailored, flattering and the fabric is just the right weight with a little give. You can style it with flats for a more casual look or heels for a dressier one. We recently enjoyed a lovely staycation at the historic Royal Palms Resort & Spa in Phoenix and I wore it for brunch. Perfect. (Watch for a blog post coming next week on all the highlights of our staycation -- we got a sneak peek at the Royal Palms renovation! Such a beautiful property -- I can't wait to share ...Read more.