I’ve been bouncing around my usual favorites and trying a few new spots lately, from Topeka to Kansas City to Manhattan. Some of these places feel like home, others feel like little discoveries, but all of them deserve a proper shoutout. If you’re chasing the perfect cappuccino, a dreamy matcha, or a slice of pure cheesy glory, here are my latest food-and-coffee finds. Messenger Coffee + Ibis Bakery - Kansas City, Missouri Oh my goodness. Messenger <3 This is one of those pl

This is long overdue, but here we go — my Boston trip recap (July 14–17). It was part vacation, part work trip for my dad, which meant my mom, sisters, and I got to spend four-ish days exploring one of the dreamiest cities. Boston has everything I love: energy, architecture, and food (lots of food). Day 1: Travel + First Taste of the City Taking off from the KC airport We left bright and early — first flight at 10:30 am to Baltimore, Maryland (had to double-check what state t

This week had such a good mix of my usual comfort spots and a little adventure. I started back at Barker on Mass Street in Lawrence on...

I’ve been exploring a few spots around the Topeka/Lawrence area lately, and I’m excited to share my honest reviews. A few places I've been before & a few are new! Whether you’re in the mood for a cozy cappuccino or a lively dinner experience, here are some places I’ve recently tried—and loved. CoffeeHead - Topeka, KS CoffeeHead has been a longtime favorite of mine. For the longest time, I was loyal to their vanilla iced matcha, but recently I made the switch to their traditio