happy april!! 🌷 spring is finally here. we've been out exploring more thrift shops, coffee spots, & tons hidden gems around kansas city, topeka, & lawrence lately. warmer weather means more little day trips, more iced drinks, and more random stops that turn into new favorite places. here are some spots i’ve been loving recently that are definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area. #1 rexkc vintage clothing (west bottoms, kansas city) 📍 love love love this spot so mu

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