Ackernam Heritage House: an exquisitely renovated Victorian Home in Napa, California
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I usually can’t resist colors and joyfulness in my images, but I felt like my Instagram profile page needed a breather, a pause. I almost posted a black an white image with barely anything on it, super zen. But I really don’t have many of those.
Just like me: the pause, the breather, the quiet. I could use a whole day of that. Actually I could use a whole week, but even one day would help. A day of no talking (especially from others), no explaining every tiny, unimportant little action. A day of no doing. A day of zero expectations from others, spoken or unspoken. And the unspoken are the worst, as they are usually not legitimate needs, but caprices.
A day in which I could enter a liminal space of suspension, of the kind of quiet that goes beyond mere lack of sound. A space where only the breath of nature exist. A space where I can hear and feel my own heart.
A pause. A breath.
And how are you feeling today?
xoxo
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#loob_nature #naturephotography #fineartphotography #gardenphotography #nature #garden #autumngarden #rainyday #mindfulness #shinrinyoku #forestbathing #liminalspace #breathe #nandina #heavenlybamboo
My next recipe using pumpkin/squash is what I used to call (at my restaurant in Italy, in my previous life):
Purple Sweet Potato, Kabocha & Onion Millefeuille with Taleggio & Honey.
I know, long “fancy” name, but it’s descriptive, so that is what is important in menus.
Anyway: other than the fact that prepping vegetables is always a bit of work, this recipe is easier than it sounds.
I used to serve it in single portions just like you see in the images, but you can prep it in baking dish, then spoon it out, making it perfect for a festive meal, like Thanksgiving.
Get the recipe and all details on the blog via the link in my profile @lifeoutofbounds
and enjoy!
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#loob_food #vegetarianmeals #vegetables #recipeswithpumpkin #pumpkinseason #okinawanpurplesweetpotatoes #kabocha #squash #pumpkin #vegetables #taleggiocheese #italianfood #italianrecipes #onions #caramelizedonions #recipesforfall #recipesfortheholidays #cookingforthesoul #mindfuleating #mindfulcooking
On this chilly autumn day, I have a yearning to hop on back to Honolulu and enjoy afternoon tea and balmy breezes at the stunning Veranda room within the Kahala Resort.
This used to be a regular thing for me, sometimes with friends, sometimes even alone, and the Veranda offers one of the two best afternoon teas in Honolulu.
Take a peek for more photos and a full review on the blog at the link in my profile @lifeoutofbounds
Wishing you a wonderful weekend,
xoxo
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#loob_food #wheretoeat #afternoontea #honolulu #oahu #kahalaresort #teaandscones #hawaii #hawaillife #travelfood #luckywelivehawaii
As I continue my series of recipes with pumpkin/squash, here is some classic Italian comfort food with a pumpkin twist:
Gnocchi alla Romana with Kabocha and Sage.
This dish is easy and inexpensive to make. Can be made ahead. Can be frozen. Perfect for a change for Thanksgiving. The kids will love it!
The classic topping is just a bit of Parmesan and butter, but I tend to like to change things up. Find the recipe at the link in profile @lifeoutofbounds
Enjoy!
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#loob_food #gnocchiallaromana #pumpkin #pumpkinrecipes #kabocha #recipeswithpumpkin #italianfood #italiantraditions #thisisitaly #primipiatti #sage #herbs #cookingwithherbs #italianrecipes #comfortfood #fallinthekitchen #dinnerrecipes #Thanksgiving #Thanksgivingrecipes
Thoroughly enjoyed lunch with a friend at this charming restaurant in Varese, Italy, which I am happy to recommend.
Beautiful location, with a glorious outdoor covered porch within an old courtyard. Creative Italian cuisine and an excellent wine list.
Thank you @giusycastoldi for featuring them so I could discover this new-to-me restaurant. 🩷
You can swipe to see more images, and check them out at their IG profile @la_posteria_varese
xoxo
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#loob_food #varese #italianrestaurants #italianfood #vareserestaurants #italianwines #ravioli #dessert #italianarchitecture #courtyards #italiancourtyards #outdoordining #italy #thisisitaly #italianlifestyle
