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Over the Moon in Opera Alley: My Favorite Restaurant and a Love Letter to Romance
What is your favorite restaurant? Some places feed your body. Others feed your spirit.And then, there are places like Over the Moon Café, where the food is unforgettable, yes, but the feeling? That’s what lingers. Tucked away in Tacoma’s Opera Alley, Over the Moon isn’t flashy or loud. In fact, you could walk right past Continue reading
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Sweet Nostalgia and Elegant Flavors: Why These Are My Favorite Candies
What’s your favorite candy? When it comes to candy, I’ve always had a special fondness for certain treats that offer a little more than just sweetness. I’m all about texture, nostalgia, and those unique flavors that you can’t quite find anywhere else. If I had to narrow down my favorites, I’d have to say it’s Continue reading
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Friday Night Reset: Digital Painting & Sushi
Some weeks just drag, and by Friday, I needed a reset. So, I ordered some sushi, curled up with my dog, Chewy, and opened Procreate to paint the stress away. While I enjoyed my food, Chewy happily lounged beside me, probably hoping for a bite (he got a treat instead). In the span of a Continue reading
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A Love Letter to Spice
I didn’t grow up with spice. My mom, born and raised in Germany, considered a lot of black pepper too bold, a reckless gamble on an otherwise perfectly balanced dish. Our meals were careful, deliberate, steeped in history. Vinegar for brightness, cloves for warmth, paprika for depth. Butter melted into broth, softening the sharp edges Continue reading
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