Lattes and Layers

I'll just add this to my list of dream home details, especially if it uncovers an enchanting garden. 🌿 (at Carmel by the Sea)

I've been told by the locals that this overcast, and sometimes misty, weather is what summer looks like in Monterey. Let's just say that I am very excited about this! 💙 (at Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf)

Last night we took a stroll in the cool air, ate ice cream along the water's edge, and then sampled lots of clam chowder along the pier. Ever since we arrived a few days ago, I've been craving clam chowder. 🙈 This has never been a thing before! Oh, and that little black line towards the bottom of the photo happens to be the first seal I spotted, just lounging on a rock. (at Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf)

Petite pastries and a latte for me, please?! 😋 (at St. Honoré Bakery SE Division)

A 30 week baby bump from a few days ago when we were exploring the Japanese garden in Seattle. This tree was my favorite. 🌿 (at Seattle Japanese Garden)

Woke up before 6am to catch a fog-filled ferry ride to Bainbridge Island. Moody mornings are probably my favorite! (at Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal)

I'm thinking another afternoon of tea and a slice of this cake is on the agenda for today. 🍓

Weekend morning routine. ☕️ (at Blacksmith)

My first bouquet of peonies from last week. I love the change in personality they take from when they're still closed to when they fully open up in several tissue-like layers.

Got up early to check out yard sales, but we haven't found anything nice yet, except this cute home.

I discovered cardamom cinnamon tea, so I naturally had to make a latte out of it, with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon.

It'll be a busy weekend, but first a 25 week baby bump. 🌿😌 Hope you all have a lovely weekend!

Changing up that morning coffee for some blackberry sage tea, while hoping for a very productive Monday. Hope you all have a wonderful morning as well!

Overcast mornings always call for something warm, comforting, and homemade. These buttermilk biscuits with butter and honey does the trick. 😋

Spring blooms and an old book for some Tuesday inspiration.

Yesterday's morning scene. Sadly there is no leftover banana chocolate chip bread for this morning. I still don't really crave chocolate, but it's so hard to resist eating it when it's in banana bread.

I always fall for the white flowers, especially when there is no eucalyptus to be found in the store.

Early mornings spent in a different city, with my love, are my favorites. ☕️ (at Seventh Flag Coffee)

Started baking once a week, but mostly practicing how to make bread. But last night I changed it up and went for a brioche cinnamon roll pull apart bread. I love recipes that rest overnight and are ready to pop in the oven first thing in the morning. I used the recipe from @halfbakedharvest and it's really tasty!

How I like to start off the weekend! Followed by a stroll through the used book store for a few more books. (at Common Bond Cafe and Bakery)