Most of you know by now how much I adore the Peninsula Hotel in Chicago. It’s long been a family tradition of mine to do afternoon tea at the Peninsula’s Lobby at Christmas and other important events throughout the year.…
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Of all the holiday traditions I look forward to in December, stopping for a festive spot of afternoon tea is my absolute favorite. I love afternoon tea on principle. The first thing I booked when we took our trip to London…
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There are few things more quintessentially necessary during a trip to London than stopping for a spot of afternoon tea. The Brits invented the ritual back in the 19th century and have run wild with the idea ever since. It’s…
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There are few experiences more deliciously refined than the ritual of afternoon tea. Sweet and savory nibbles of all sorts nourish you between sips of aromatic tea — there’s really nothing quite like it! It’s a miniature culinary journey meant…
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Since starting this blog I’ve met many incredible kindred spirits but none who share my love for all things Christmas quite like Anna of Noir Friday. Last Christmas we bonded over our mutual love for all things twinkly, sparkly, and festive over…
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Sed Bona, a snippet of the Latin phrase “Pauca Sed Bona“, means “quality over quantity”. It means that having more isn’t always best. It means empowering yourself to do fewer but better, more beautiful, and more fruitful things
