Tart success...

I finally tackled a recipe from the beautiful archives of Katie Quinn Davies. I made a lovely tart {or two}. Hand-picked apples with a touch of apricot jam and a delicate dusting of sugar.

The delicious glimpse of baking bounty above is none other than Ms. Davies herself.

Tints & tangents...

I just can't get it out of my head; the intangible ambiguity of inspiration.  The encouraging notion of creativity in the most unlikely of circumstances.  My hands were marinating in vivid liquid, my senses were offended by the bitter aroma of vinegar, empty mason jars were begging to be filled, and I was suddenly swimming in inspiration.  While my beets were pickling, the brilliance of dramatic colors and invigorating pigments left me craving more color – especially when the sky turned unexpectedly grey and dim on a summer afternoon.

Katie Quinn Davies {of What Katie Ate} always satisfies my delight for delicious color {her beet adventures are significantly more photogenic than mine}.  This collection of images is like a fresh summer day radiating across the senses.

{After a lengthy pause for fresh air and fresh ventures, I am crawling back to elle oh demanding a creative outlet.  And, apparently, I came back with an excess of words to share.}

Delicious and delectable...

It's my favorite time of year. Vivid hues of farmers' markets, crisp summer mornings, warm afternoon rays of sunshine, and delicious views of delectable cuisine.   

This visual delight is from Katie Quinn Davies {of What Katie Ate}.  Pomegranate and honey pulled pork with a side of courgette, garden pea, and stilton soup has never looked so good.

Grateful...

Wishing you a gorgeous Thanksgiving full of gratefulness - may you be surrounded by delectable dishes and delicious souls.

{More perfect vegetables from the lens of Katie Quinn Davies.  Yes, I have a crush on her.}

Sultry and savory...

The subtle smell of sweet pumpkin is floating in the air.  Here's a flirtatious amuse bouche to tease your senses on the eve of the most gracious day of the year.

I have recently rediscovered the savory texture of beets hiding under saturated color and sultry curves.  Katie Quinn Davies has perfectly captured their charisma.  Wander over to one of the most beautiful places and feast on the gorgeous styling and delicious recipes of What Katie Ate.  Mmmm...

Something old, something new...

Brace yourself for a gorgeous dose of a little something new.  Today I am {hesitantly} stepping into the kitchen - at least metaphorically.  Lately I have been lusting after beautifully styled edible delights, like this delicious cake.  Just to be clear, I won't actually be baking this, just salivating over lovely photo shoots.  When it comes to make food gleam, this foodie photography blog is bliss.

Something old {industrial, rustic beauty} and something new {baked beauty}...

{Oh, Design*Sponge, how you make me drool.}