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What The Fab Blog
Welcome to where it all started back in 2012 and my first digital love—my blog! I cover travel guides, product reviews, home decor inspo and so much more here. All in an effort to help you find fabulous in the everyday and live life a little bolder.
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Gary Farrell + Valette Lunch Pairing in Healdsburg
We recently had the pleasure of attending an incredible food and wine pairing in Healdsburg, hosted at Valette. Chef Dustin Valette created a gorgeous custom lunch menu to be paired with a few select wines from Gary Farrell Vineyards, including a couple of their delicious Chardonnays and of course, Pinot Noirs—because what’s a Russian River…
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Clothing Packing List for Europe Summer Vacay
I just got back from spending a month in Italy and even though it was just barely into June by the time I left, Europe was getting HOT! ? Today I’m partnering with Ibotta to share a packing list for Europe and all the clothes you’ll want to pack in order to beat the heat…
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Mocktail Recipes: 10 Non-Alcoholic Drinks to Make This Summer
I love that mocktail recipes are becoming more and more popular—sometimes, I want a delicious beverage while lounging, but I want to keep things light and alcohol-free! But I’d like to have a refreshing beverage that feels more special than a Sprite. So I’m sharing ten mocktail recipes for non-alcoholic drinks that you can make…
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Where to Stay in Belize: Cotton Tree Lodge
So excited to share photos from our trip to Belize! Belize was a country that wasn’t particularly high on our list of places to visit, but when the Cotton Tree Lodge invited us out, we thought we’d better go. And we’re so glad that we did! It’s a beautiful country and everyone we met was…
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Lake Como Travel Guide
Well, Lake Como is officially the prettiest lake I’ve ever seen. Sorry Tahoe, you’ll always have a special place in my heart, but Lake Como takes the cake! Here are all my tips for Lake Como, whether you’re spending a few days there or visiting in a day trip! Know before you go: There are…
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Things to do in Scottsdale: Travel Guide
Planning a trip to Scottsdale? This guide shares all the best things to do in Scottsdale, where to stay, and where to eat!
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May, Instagrammed
I spent most of May in Italy and it has been the dreamiest trip ever! If you’re planning a trip there this summer, I’ll be working as hard as I can to get travel guides up quickly, but in the meantime you can check out my Instagram Story Highlights for things to do, restaurants, and…
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Tieks Flats: My Go-To Flats for Traveling the World
Searching for the perfect pair of stylish and comfortable flats? Tieks flats are my absolute favorite for commuting and traveling.
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Crostini Recipe: Beet + Goat Cheese
Crostini Recipe: Beet + Goat Cheese I used to really hate beets (because I thought they tasted like dirt #anyoneelse!?), but after spending some time on a foie gras farm in the French countryside—where I worked for my room/board and ate everything offered to me—I had my first beet salad and fell head over heels.…
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Three Gourmet Grilled Cheese Recipes
GOURMET GRILLED CHEESE In its most basic, fulfilling, loving incarnation with simply cheese, butter, and bread, a grilled cheese is perfect. Though I love a good diner grilled cheese, let’s say you wanted melted cheese, toasty bread, and butter presented another way. What if you wanted to mix things up and made gourmet grilled cheese?…