My Gin and Juice
Whatever time of day, this drink looks pretty enough to hold court with that beautiful bottle.
Val’s got a crush!
Style Inspiration: Miles Redd
If you get a chance to chat with designer Miles Redd, you ask a lot of questions.
Pink Jasmine
Right now, pink jasmine is draping over fences all over town, have you seen it?
A Romantic Little Bite
For me, the most romantic food is not lobster or caviar…
Blackberry Farm
I was lucky enough to spend a handful of days last week at Blackberry Farm. Situated right on the cusp of the Smokey Mountains in Tennessee, this spectacular resort embodies Southern hospitality and grace in the most enchanting of ways.
Last Minute Shopper? Have We Got a Deal For You…
30% off sale now on Valerie Rice aprons, here’s to looking beautiful in the kitchen…or making one of your favorite people look beautiful while they cook for you!
Val’s Got a Crush: New Cookbooks
Cookbooks are a deeply personal item, selecting the right fit is about choosing the style of food that best resonates with how you like to cook. For me, it’s always starts with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Here, Chicky, Chicky
I’ve been totally surprised by my devotion to our chickens—and this is before we’ve even had our first egg!
Where I Vive: Santa Barbara
Ah, Santa Barbara. For a small town there’s a lot going on that’s worth a look/taste/drink/purchase.
McConnell’s Scoop Shop
To celebrate the first day of school we headed over to the new scoop shop on State Street—I confess I committed a cardinal sin for Santa Barbara locals and actually drove my car on State Street—for ice cream cones, we were surprised and delighted to find much more.
