Hey there! Did you know that it is Friday?! Or, do you, like me, still have Christmas brain? I can barley keep track of the days. Part of me just wants to turn back to the comfort of routine, while the other part aches for more cookie-crowded leisure.

Mr. Pedantic spoiled me over Christmas, but one of my favorite presents was this vinyl. We are mildly fanatic about Michael and pretty much everything he has ever released, but this song won my heart over right away and I’ve had it on repeat for several days now.

Sparkling blood orange chai is the perfect winter tonic and one of the prettiest things you will ever drink. YAY for the return of prime citrus season!!

As we move towards the new year, it is time to start collecting fresh life supplies (i.e. calendars, planners, and journals.). Rifle Paper Co. is my go-to for all paper necessities, but especially agendas. This is my favorite planner ever.

Bon Appetit’s top 25 recipes is making me crave focaccia.

If you are looking to spruce up your pantry for the new year, this list has some pretty solid suggestions. While half have no appeal to me or my style of cooking, there are certainly a few gems.

I always get the urge to purge after Christmas, and this guide to weeding out clutter was spot on.

These are the odd in-between days where rhythm is hard to find, but they are not to be wasted! Tidy up your living space, consider new habits, and take some time to enjoy. Happy, happy weekend!

Sincerely,

Pedantic Foodie

LET’S MAKE SOMETHING TOGETHER!

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These adorable White Chocolate & Earl Grey Shortbread Tea Cookies make the perfect way to welcome the delicate flavors of spring! Find the recipe on www.pedanticfoodie.com!

February 18, 2019

White Chocolate & Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies

February 18, 2019

I am struggling to survive the earliest hours of the morning. It is the time when my allergy medication has worn off and breathing suddenly becomes an uphill battle. We had a glimpse of warm weather a few weeks back - just enough warmth to tease our winter-weary hearts and allow the allergens entrance. It’s the worst year I have ever had with allergies, and I am toting around my box of tissues, vile of peppermint oil, and bottle of Claritin like my life depended upon it, and frankly, I am convinced that it does.

February 18, 2019

A cup of steaming, spicy pecan milk is the perfect way to beat the winter chill. Find the super simple recipe on www.pedanticfoodie.com!

January 23, 2019

Steamy Spiced Pecan Milk

January 23, 2019

I am coming at you with a nameless hot beverage, but what it lacks in title, it makes up for in flavor, comfort, and restorative powers.

Friends, I’d like you to meet my steaming cup of toasty, spicy, pecan milk.

January 23, 2019

October 17, 2018

BROWN BUTTER TOMATO BISQUE

October 17, 2018

Tomato soup is one of those things we (meaning I) rarely think of making at home. In fact, my mind rarely moves beyond the pantry isle at the grocery store when I meet with a craving for tomato soup.

October 17, 2018

February 28, 2018

Sparkling Grapefruit Limeade

February 28, 2018

Slowly but surely, we are making our way to spring, and I have made us the perfect transitional mocktail to celebrate.

February 28, 2018

January 29, 2018

SPARKLING BLOOD ORANGE CHAI

January 29, 2018

The snow is falling steadily as I type away. The clicking of the keyboard muddled with the melodies of a favorite playlist form the soundtrack for my quiet, weekday afternoon.

January 29, 2018