Saturday, April 16, 2016

Baking Adventure | Sunday Morning Galette

This dessert really caught my attention, not because it was almost effortless to make, but because of its deep purple color. You don't see many desserts using plums, but I thought a galette showcased the plum beautifully. Although it wasn't made with the deep red plums that I was hoping for, the purples, reds, and oranges really made this dessert pop. All you have to do is layer thinly sliced plums in a circular pattern around a rolled out pie crust (I used a pre-made kind). Make sure to leave a 2-inch border so you are able to pleat the crust around the edges. Wash the exposed crust with milk, sprinkle [ground] almonds mixed with sugar, and pop it in the oven! Make sure your plums are ripe or else your galette will turn out a little tart.



Sunday, December 20, 2015

Gonzales Baby #2

Another baby Gonzales is on the way! This time, it's a GIRL! When I was asked to do this shoot, I was beyond excited, especially when I heard "long pink gown" and "flower crown." Yes! A reason to make another flower crown! But I also love that I get to capture special moments like this for a family so dear to me.

The day outside could not have been more perfect. It was just the right amount of chilliness on a December afternoon in a nearly empty park. We chased the late afternoon sun as we climbed up a hill, and found open grassy fields. 

Also, how cute is the soon-to-be big brother's teddy bear sweater?
Congratulations to Lawrence, April, and Isaac (And Mitsu too!)
I'm so excited for the family, and Bryan and I can't wait to meet her! 
Isaac, you're going to be such a good big brother.
(Big ups to Bryan again for being my photo assistant for the day! And for baby sitting Isaac so Mommy and Daddy can have their time in front of the camera too.)






























































Friday, August 21, 2015

A Taste of that Island Life

Ever since I got home from our vacation, it has been all I could think about. We had a blast! The view of the water from the plane was amazing; A hundred shades of turquoises and blues. Everything was colorful and vivid. There wasn't one bleak building in the down town area. Everything had charm, character and history. The locals were so very welcoming, helpful and always smiling. I could tell the Bahamian people were proud of their home, and they were very knowledgable of the history. I'm so glad I got to experience it with my favorite person. The horrible sunburn I got was so worth it. :)


Our beautiful hotel
View of the harbor from the entrance
Our view 

Exploring the Dig




Starfish! (Which later squirted water all over me...)
Atlantis Beach. The water was so clear you could see fish by your feet.

 Obligatory hot dog legs pic
Sea side villas on our boat ride to the Blue Lagoon
Almost there!
So close! Hurry up boat, I have a date with a dolphin <3
Made it!
Our dolphin, Casigue, and his buddy Clifton in the back
Time for some R&R

Can't get tired of this view




Fried Chicken and Conch Fritters. YUM

The calmest, clearest, warmest ocean water ever. 



Boat ride back to the resort

Our go-to ice cream for the weekend: Chunky Monkey
Fresh Conch salad made table side at SeƱor Frog’s

Until Next time, Paradise!