Hi Reader, A few weeks ago I spent a few days in Atlanta at the Fresh Air Retreat and it was such a fun trip. Amazing food, really meaningful conversations, and time with some incredible creators and brands I genuinely love. It was the kind of trip that fills your cup in the best way. Check it out if you want all the behind the scenes details! Now onto this week's recipes! I'm keeping things easy and summery on the menu this week. Nothing complicated or heavy just really good food that comes...
10 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hi Reader, Wishing you a nice Memorial Day weekend! If you're in the Northeast like me šš»āļø and looking at a rainy, chilly forecast all weekend, Iām hoping youāre still able to enjoy the long weekend and make the most of it. Whether youāre headed to a cookout, shopping (I've rounded up all the best deals here), traveling, or spending the weekend curled up on the couch, I wanted to drop this weekās recipes into your inbox so you have a game plan heading into the week. I intentionally kept this...
17 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Saturday! I don't know about you, but life has felt really full lately with the end of the school year approaching... conferences, field trips and plotting out our summer plans. What's been saving me ā truly ā is having a solid rotation of meals that are easy, high-protein, and actually taste good. I'm still in the midst of my calorie deficit (read my week 3 update here). I had a little stall with work travel in week 4 but I'm still feeling really good and ready to hop into...
24 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hi Reader, happy Saturday! With Mother's Day right around the corner (hi, it's tomorrow!), I wanted to pop in with a little something for all the moms, soon-to-be moms, and anyone who loves and celebrates a mom. Whether you're hosting brunch, bringing a dish, or just treating yourself (fully valid), I've got you covered. If you're still looking for last-minute brunch ideas, I put together a collection of my favorites on the site. Think crowd-pleasing, make-ahead friendly, and nothing too...
about 1 month agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
This update is a little behind (I'm currently on week 5 of my deficit) but I wanted to detail how I was feeling at the end of week 3! Okay, I'm 3 weeks in and I have to say, I'm feeling really good. Not in a "everything is perfect" kind of way, but in a this is actually sustainable kind of way, which is honestly so much better. To start, I've been getting a lot of questions about my calorie deficit, specifically whether I'm doing it on top of all the FASTer Way strategies like macro tracking,...
about 1 month agoĀ ā¢Ā 5 min read
Happy Saturday Reader! I just got back from a few days in Atlanta for a food blogging retreat and it was such a fun tripā¦ so many good conversations, fresh inspiration, and really good food. Going into the trip, I thought Iād try to stick to my calorie deficitā¦ but I ended up giving myself some grace, enjoying the meals, and just being present and honestly, no regrets at all. Now Iām back home and easing into my regular routine again and back in a deficit. If youāre ever in Atlanta, here are...
about 1 month agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Iām one week into a calorie deficit and wanted to share a real-life update: what Iām eating, whatās been working, and whatās actually making this feel sustainable. Why Iām Doing a Calorie Deficit Right Now After getting in the best shape of my life for my 40th birthday last February, I spent most of 2025 in maintenanceā¦ and if Iām being honest, a surplus at times. We traveled a ton and while I stayed consistent with workouts, my nutrition wasnāt as dialed in. I was also dealing with some...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 5 min read
Hi Reader, Happy Friday! Iāve been fully in spring mode lately, reaching for lighter layers, swapping in dresses again, and adding a few fun updates to my routine. Itās that time of year where everything just feels a little fresher. So I pulled together some things Iāve been loving, from easy outfit options like my go-to denim shorts to little upgrades like a peel-off mask I canāt stop using. If youāre in the mood for a spring refresh or just want a few new favorites, thereās a little bit of...
about 2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Happy Saturday Reader! We celebrate both Passover and Easter, which means lots of family time over hereā¦ and lots of good food. For Passover, we're hosting a (late) seder at our house tonight. Lucky for me, my MIL handles most of the cooking so sheās making her brisket, matzah ball soup, and her famous charoset, which is my absolute favorite. Iām making a few things as well including the best coconut macaroons (these are always highly requested), a Passover cake (using a GF mix Isaac found),...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read