A Bittersweet Week

This is our final week at the ranch before we pack up and head to Tennessee. I’ve been feeling all the emotions—excited for what’s next, but already nostalgic for the evenings we’ve spent here hosting friends and enjoying dinners by the fire pit. Those long, lingering nights made this house so much more than just a home.

One Last Supper

To close out our Supper at the Ranch series, we decided to host one last dinner party—a final hoorah to celebrate this chapter before we say goodbye.

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A Farmers Market Favorite … Reimagined at Home

There’s a little stand, Cornmuffins, at our local farmers market that makes the most gorgeous seasonal galettes! One bite and I’m instantly romanticizing the whole weekend 😌 You know the type: flaky, golden crust, tender vegetables layered just so, and a sprinkle of herbs that makes this treat feel fancier than it is. That’s the inspiration for this beautiful summer squash galette.

I saw the recipe and thought “why don’t I give it a try?” So, I shopped for just a few key ingredients, picked some herbs from the garden, and voilà! 

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We’re kicking off a new summer series around here: Supper at the Ranch. It’s our little love letter to seasonal cooking, slow evenings, and the simple joy of gathering around a table—whether it’s full of friends or just the two of us.

Derrick and I have always had a shared love for home-cooked meals, but over the past few years he’s really stepped up his chef game (and honestly, he keeps trying to outdo himself).

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