What a crazy time it has been, right? I haven’t blogged in a really, really long time and if anything good has come out of this quarantine, it’s me getting […]
Travel Tuesday: Austin, Texas with Kids
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Travel Tuesday: Family-Friendly Trip to Palm Springs & Joshua Tree National Park
Joanne
Happy Travel Tuesday! Right after Memorial Day, we headed out on a quick getaway to Palm Springs for a birthday trip for Dahlia and Babymoon for me. I was actually […]
Make it Monday: Vegan No Bake Cheesecake Tarts
Joanne
Happy Monday! I love a good cheesecake, but I hate that it’s got a ton of calories to go along with it. I have always wanted to make my own […]
Foodie Friday: Birthday Dinner at International Smoke
Joanne
A couple of weeks ago, we hit the town to celebrate my husband Jason’s birthday at Ayesha Curry’s International Smoke. We had gone to her quick serve cafeteria style restaurant […]
Travel Tuesday – Local Edition: The Perfect Day in San Francisco along the Great Highway
Joanne
I’ve lived in San Francisco all throughout college and loved every minute of it. Coming from a small town, I thought I could live the big city life and now […]
Foodie Friday: Marugame Udon Makes it’s Debut in San Francisco
Joanne
If you love Japanese Udon and live in the Bay Area, you’ve probably heard that Marugame Udon opened it’s doors last month at good ol’ Stonestown Mall in San Francisco. […]
Foodie Friday: I Scream, You Scream, We all Scream for the Museum of Ice Cream
Joanne
Hooray! We finally got a chance to partake in the coveted Museum of Ice Cream which opened in San Francisco last year. Tickets are nearly impossible to get and I’ve […]
Foodie Friday: Tea Time for Two – 11 Different Tea Houses to Try in the Bay Area
Joanne
Happy Friday! I loooove me some tea. I’m definitely not a coffee drinker and every time I try I end up with a massive headache and shaky hands because caffeine […]
Travel Tuesday: Family-Friendly Weekend Getaway to Denver, Colorado
Joanne
Each year, my husband and I try to travel to somewhere new that we’ve never been before whether that be nationally, locally or abroad. This year, we wasted no time […]
Travel Tuesday: An Eventful Three-Day Weekend Getaway to Santa Barbara County
Joanne
Labor Day weekend is our weekend — it’s the weekend we got married and a three-day weekend, so it always means we get to take advantage of having that extra […]
Travel Tuesday: 72 Hours in Arizona — Scottsdale, Sedona, Tempe
Joanne
Happy Travel Tuesday! We went on a recent trip to Arizona to explore desert life. Truth be told, we actually wanted to plan a trip to Palm Springs, but it […]
Travel Tuesday: Weekend Getaway – 48 Hours in Orange County
Joanne
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/things-to-do/things-to-do-in-orange-county/ Summer is finally here, and while I still can’t quite figure out what the Bay Area weather will be like […]
Travel Tuesday: An Hour-by-Hour Guide to a Day in Monterey
Joanne
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: An Hour-by-Hour Guide to a Day in Monterey Just an hour and a half away from San Francisco and San Jose, […]
Foodie Friday: Where to Find The Best Sushi on the Peninsula
Joanne
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/taste-off/best-peninsula-sushi-restaurants/ Sushi is like edible art, which means presentation is everything when it comes to this Japanese delicacy. While no one does […]
Travel Tuesday: 48 Hours in Portland
Joanne
Check out my article here on bay area.com too: https://www.bayarea.com/things-to-do/weekend-getaway-48-hours-portland/ Weird? Some may think so, but Portland, Oregon is a city of many names and faces. It’s a food town and brew […]
Foodie Friday: DIY Shabu Shabu
Joanne
Happy Friday! Lately, the weather has been a bit crazy and while we would normally eat out during the weekend, dinner at home may seem like a better idea. This […]
Foodie Friday: Aloha from Liholiho Yacht Club | SF, Ca
Joanne
One of the hardest reservations to get in the City is for this modern take on Hawaiian cuisine, Liholiho Yacht Club. So, when Jason asked if we should take […]
Foodie Friday: The Best Ramen in the Peninsula & South Bay
Joanne
Find this article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/best-ramen-san-jose/ Like this article? Check out my Favorite Ramen list here: Foodie Friday: The Favorites List — Ramen Wow! Is it getting chilly, or […]
Foodie Friday: The Best Steakhouses in San Francisco
Joanne
You can also find my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/best-steakhouses-san-francisco/ “Where’s the beef?” When you’re in San Francisco, you may find yourself asking this same very question. With the […]
Foodie Friday: The Best Small Plates to Share for Date Night on the Peninsula
Joanne
Find my article here too: https://www.bayarea.com/eat/small-plates-date-night/ The weather is getting cooler and the rain has started to fall more regularly. It’s the perfect time to get cozy with bae (does […]
Travel Tuesday: 48 hour Weekend Getaway to Seattle
Joanne
Check out my article here on bayarea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/play/travel/weekend-getaway-seattle/ Bay Area, hasn’t the rain been a nice change of pace? I have always loved rain and, because of California’s water shortage, […]
The Bay Area Finally has a Din Tai Fung: So, What’s All the Fuss About?
Joanne
Also find my article here on BayArea.com: https://www.bayarea.com/uncategorized/din-tai-fung/ Reservations only? Long lines? Check and check. It’s been several months since the opening of the popular Taiwanese/Dim Sum chain restaurant Din […]
Travel Tuesday: Fall Fun in Half Moon Bay
Joanne
I love Fall. ??? And I may be a little bit biased because I was born in the Fall, but I really do — the crisp, cool air, the changing […]
Travel Tuesday: Ten Tips for a Fun Family Day at Universal Studios
Joanne
Road trippp! Last month my family rented a 15-person van ?. So, we packed up and headed down south for some amusement park adventures. There were 13 of us in […]
Football Sunday: Where to Watch your Favorite NFL Team in the Bay Area
Joanne
Also, find my article here: https://www.bayarea.com/2016/09/24/sports-bar-nfl-football/ Football season has begun and for our Bay Area teams, it’s looking like an optimistic start despite all the controversy. Growing up in […]
Wellness Wednesday: My Go-To Healthy Meal – The Poke Bowl & Places you can find them in the Bay Area
Joanne
Find my article here: https://www.bayarea.com/2016/09/03/bay-area-poke-craze/ Sun shining, palm trees rustling in the wind, sand between my toes, and a warm bowl of rice with perfectly marinated ahi tuna poke placed […]
“Make it” Monday: DIY Emergency Kits for Kids
Joanne
Dahlia starts preschool this week and though I am excited for her, reality is setting in that she’s growing up to be a sweet little lady. I want to protect […]
Foodie Friday: 6 SF Eats on the Peninsula
Joanne
Move over San Francisco — it looks like the Peninsula’s got some good eats too. Oh wait, on second thought, they’re actually the same ones. Womp womp. That’s right, the […]
Kula Revolving Sushi Bar: Where Eating & Playing Actually Go Together
Joanne
If you are an avid sushi fan or lover of all things Japanese, you may have already heard of Kula. But if not, you have no idea what you are […]
Travel Tuesday: Family Fun on da Big Island of Hawai’i
Joanne
Hello World! Yes, it has been a while, hasn’t it? We’ve been very busy with the finishing of our Kitchen remodel, celebrating Dahlia’s 2nd birthday and also traveling. Each […]
Travel Tuesday: Travel Guide to Family-Friendly South Lake Tahoe
Joanne
Happy Tuesday, Everyone! All this rainy Spring weather must mean there’s still a few weeks left to play in the snow. Living in Northern California, it’s always nice to know […]
Foodie Friday: DIY Fruit & Vegetable Garden
Joanne
Spring is fast approaching and I love the idea of growing & eating your own fresh fruits and vegetables! I grew up in Stockton, Ca near a lot of fresh […]
Thrifty Thursday: DIY Pink & Gold Baptism for Dahlia
Joanne
A couple of weekends ago, we celebrated Dahlia’s baptism. She did an awesome job and didn’t cry (woohoo) – she actually made us smile & laugh because she was so […]
Travel Tuesday: 8 Things I Never Knew About Disneyland as a First-Time Parent
Joanne
Happy Tuesday! This crazy, stormy weather makes me think happy thoughts! And what’s happier than the ‘Happiest Place on Earth’? Over the Thanksgiving Holiday break, we road-tripped down to Disneyland […]
Holiday 2015 Wrap Up – 10 Fun Things I Did During the Holidays
Joanne
As my first full week in 2016 comes to an end, I keep thinking about all the fun I had during my 11 day Holiday break and wish I had more […]
Happy New Year! Foodie Friday: My Favorite Meal of 2015 – Birthday Dinner at State Bird Provisions
Joanne
NOTE: Yes. I am back. It has been a little over 2 months since I have blogged & the break was partly because I lost my SD card that held […]
Travel Tuesday: Kid-Friendly Las Vegas
Joanne
Gone are the days where Vegas was known as an “Adult Only” playground. Believe it or not, there are kids that live in Vegas and so, there must be things […]
“Make it” Monday: Pumpkin Decorating Alternatives
Joanne
‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything! This weekend, I hosted another Craft Night at my house and appropriately, we decorated pumpkins 3 different ways! I have done real pumpkin carving […]
Foodie Fridays: New England Lobster Co. | A Hidden Gem in Burlingame| Kid-Friendly + Pet-Friendly
Joanne
It’s Flashback Friday and I can’t believe how little Dahlia looks in these photos :(. She must’ve been about 7-8 months old. Time is flying by so quickly that I […]
Foodie Fridays: Mise | Signature Dishes From Local Chefs Delivered to You!
Joanne
Mise may be one of the newest kids on the food delivery scene here in the SF Bay Area, but their business philosophy and their dishes are a complete stand […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Labor of Love | Celebrating Marriage this Labor Day Weekend
Joanne
Happy Labor Day, Everyone! Labor Day weekend has a special meaning to me as it was the weekend my husband and I got married 4 years ago. We’ve also celebrated […]
Foodie Fridays: San Francisco North Beach Italian-Food Tour
Joanne
Happy Friday, Everyone! About a little more than a month ago, I set up a Team Building Event for my co-workers and I to go on an Italian-Food Tour in […]
Travel Tuesdays: Ten Things to See, Do, or Eat in Downtown Seattle
Joanne
Happy Tuesday, everyone! Last week, we spent a few days in Seattle with my niece, Jennalyn & her dad. We went to celebrate her 8th grade promotion and her 14th […]
Thrifty Thursday: Celebrating Dahlia’s DIY Garden Party Themed First Birthday!
Joanne
Disclaimer: So, let me start off by saying that this birthday party was many months in the making. With the help of my family, friends and my husband, we were […]
Dahlia Turns ONE: A Time Capsule Letter to my Dear Daughter
Joanne
Yes, she is turning ONE! I can’t believe it. I have also abandoned my blog for the month to prep for the birthday party we will be having for her. […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Celebrating Josh’s Birthday at Lemos Farm + a Play Date with Avery at the Cherry Blossom Festival
Joanne
Happy Monday Everyone! Hope you all had a great weekend! Here are some photos of our weekend wrap up! Josh’s 4th Birthday Party | Lemos Farm | Half Moon Bay, […]
Foodie Fridays: 5 Kid-Friendly & Pet-Friendly Bay Area Breweries (with Food Options)
Joanne
Hello all! Happy Friday! This Bay Area weather keeps getting better & it’s making me think about a nice cold beer (ah!), but I’ve got a baby and some pups. […]
Weekend Wrap up: Celebrating a Birthday, a Wedding + Easter, Oh My!
Joanne
This was a very busy weekend for us as we celebrated Jason’s Birthday, his cousin Cathleen’s wedding celebration & Easter Sunday with my family as we road tripped from the […]
Good Foodie Friday: Munchery | Gourmet Food Delivery
Joanne
So, my co-worker sent me an email for a $20 off coupon for Munchery. That day, I asked her about it, saw the food she had brought for lunch (from […]
Travel Tuesdays: On our Bucket List – St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago, Il. & the Top Ten Things to See or Do
Joanne
I have been to Chicago a couple of times and both times enjoyed it very, very much. While on an architect river boat tour on my 2nd trip, the tour […]
Foodie Fridays: Gintei | San Bruno, Ca
Joanne
San Bruno is not known for their restaurant scene, but this sushi restaurant exceeds the rest. This new, high-quality restaurant is a great addition to the San Bruno area. We went […]
Weekend Wrap Up: Craft Night – Painting Drinking Glasses
Joanne
This weekend I hosted my first “Craft Night” at my house with a few ladies. The weather was very weird so a few couldn’t make it. Who knew that in […]
Travel Tuesdays: Top Ten in Barcelona | Spain
Joanne
Before we had Dahlia, my husband and I had done much traveling. Two Summers ago, we traveled to France + Spain & also decided to try for a baby. The […]
Foodie Fridays: How-to Make Guilt-Free “Ice Cream”
Joanne
In honor of the NBA All-Star Weekend & Valentine’s Day, I tried this quick, easy & very healthy “ice cream” from Stephen Curry’s wife, Ayesha. This is a perfect dessert […]
Weekend Wrap up: Celebrating Erin + Mike’s Disney Themed Wedding | Palmdale Estates | Fremont, Ca
Joanne
This past weekend, we celebrated my husband’s cousin’s wedding. Erin and Mike got married at the Palmdale Estates in Fremont, Ca. It was a beautiful wedding and although it was […]
“Make it” Monday: Food Edition – DIY Coconut Chia Pudding Bowl
Joanne
Here is a super easy recipe for something that is both healthy and tasty! Chia seeds are great for fiber, anti-inflammatory omega-3s & will help you debloat after all that […]
Foodie Fridays: RAMEN – The ‘Favorites’ List (According to the Sato’s)
Joanne
I’m now sick. Baby is getting over being sick. And I just want a good bowl of Ramen to make it all better! Believe it or not, I had never […]
Wellness Wednesdays: “How to Become a Healthy Person”
Joanne
This past weekend I attended a Perform Better Fitness seminar. Perform Better is mainly known for their Fitness equipment and do seminars on the side, but they do them very well. […]
Foodie Fridays: Kabul Afghan Cuisine | Burlingame
Joanne
Burlingame is known for being very kid-friendly and pet-friendly and that’s one of the reasons we love coming to this downtown area. You can shop, walk and eat anywhere here, […]
Travel Tuesdays: Baby-Friendly Maui
Joanne
All this cold & windy weather has me thinkin’ bout the sun! Ohhhh…that Maui sun. Last month, we took a trip to Maui for my birthday and Dahlia’s first […]
Foodie Fridays: Coqueta | San Francisco
Joanne
So, I am fortunate enough that I have clients that treat me very well. I received a gift card for Coqueta SF that is located on the Embarcadero in San […]