Designing and building the perfect courtyard garden trellis
Courtyards are always challenging spaces to decorate. But the rewards make this project worth it.
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Konami Japanese Restaurant: Worth a trip when on the east coast
The amuse bouche was beautiful. When I shared the photo on Facebook, a friend noted it looked like a piece of artwork.
Cortez finds a home and family
Guest post by Jane Lurie. Our friend Michele is a guardian of all homeless dogs she meets in Loreto. Just before Michele and her family…
Gardening Project: Planting herbs for a window sill garden
While perusing through the aisles at Costco, I come across a large shelving unit stocked with vibrant and irresistible-smelling herbs. Each box comes with 6…
Another yummy find in Loreto
Guest post by Jane Lurie. You have heard of Michoacana, the popular ice cream/popsicle store in Loreto several times here on SSC. On November 11…
Sushi Toni, San Francisco: Welcoming hangout with friends, a sushi heaven it is not
On the continual quest for great sushi in the bay area, I stumbled upon Sushi Toni in San Francisco after feeling cravings for sushi and…
5 Simply delicious recipes for spring and summer
Now that the warmer weather is upon us, it’s time to unleash your inner Iron Chef. There’s nothing quite like preparing a gourmet meal and…
Container Gardening: How to plant a fig tree
Growing fig trees or any plant for that matter in large containers is a fantastic way to soften up any space while still keeping plants…
Caprese Salad with Mia Sebastiani at Sonoma Market
A couple of weeks back, I caught up with Mia Sebastiani at Sonoma Market to discuss how to add flare to a spring and summer…
Wine Blog Awards: Vote for your favorite puppy, plus the not-so-great secret
Someone once said that wine bloggers are like little puppies. They jump up and down seeking attention, love and approval. I’d also add that they…