Today we meet Shana Weisberg, artist and the founder of Studio Sensibilité, an American in Paris who draws inspiration from French chateaux and interiors as well as 1940’s floral textiles. While she spends most of her time in her adopted…
2 Delicious Ways to Enjoy San Pellegrino
For those of you who just enjoy a little bit of non-alcoholic bubbly, or are trying to stop drinking so many sodas that are can stain your teeth and are full of way too much sugar, San Pellegrino can be…
Inside French Housewares Brand Vivi et Margot with Charlotte Reiss
Photographer Jeff Johnson Vivi et Margot is a French Housewares brand that I first heard about through Instagram. The online brocante is owned by Charlotte Reiss who is mother to Vivienne and Margot (the namesakes of the brand.) Based out…
On the List
What are we up to this weekend you ask? Well, we’re working on picking up some delicious produce, meat & cheeses for the Ultimate Summer Charcuterie board post that’s coming to the blog next week. The last charcuterie board I…
Dinner at the Village Social | Asheville
On our visit to the Biltmore Estate in 2017, we had lunch at the Village Social after our visit to the ‘Big House’ as it’s affectionately known. After a few hours filled with walking through the house and gardens, heading…
Vanderbilt Travels Railway | Antler Hill Village
Now through September 3rd, you can view the Vanderbilt Travels Railway exhibit in the Antler Hill Village on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate. This model train display highlights the travels of George Vanderbilt and all of the architectural creations…
Checking In: Grand Bohemian | Asheville
On our trip to Asheville over the weekend, we had our first official stay at one of the Grand Bohemian Hotels. We’ve driven past this hotel many times during our visits to both the Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Village throughout…
Lunch at Well-Bred | Biltmore Village
One of our first stops during any visit to the Biltmore, is the Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe. Located in what was previously Chelsea’s Tea Room (for those of you who have not been to Asheville in many years) and this…
On the List
Well I’m officially on my mini-break! We’re probably on our drive up to the mountains as you’re reading this and hopefully the weather will behave itself. While we’ve been to the Biltmore Estate many times since we moved here from…
On the List
Just one more week and then its mini-break time! I know it seems like we just had our little get away to the mountains, but we’re going to be heading up to Asheville this time for a little early birthday…
Inside ‘Paris in Stride’ with Illustrator Jessie Kanelos Weiner
Whether you’ve been to Paris, or are planning your first trip to the City of Light, Paris in Stride: An Insider’s Walking Guide needs to be a go-to for experiencing Paris like a local. Paris in Stride is filled with over…
20 on the 20th | Hidell Brooks Gallery
“Hidell Brooks Gallery is celebrating our 20th year anniversary with a group exhibition of new work by gallery artists. We have continued with out tradition of introducing our community to artists rarely exhibited in North Carolina along with a strong…
