Freshly Picked Blackberry Scones

The bird and I just found the mother-load of blackberry bushes on the outskirts of a nearby golf course. Blackberries can be pretty spendy in the store. Plus these were fresh and local, so we definitely scored.

Once we got home, I immediately looked for some recipes to try out. I was looking for something fairly easy and healthy.

I came across this recipe for Lemon Blueberry Scones and made the fruit substitute.

They are so good! We've been having one for dessert every night!

The only changes I made were adding sea salt and brushing with butter right before baking. This made for a salty and crispy exterior.

I was worried the blackberries would make it too liquidy... so I added less than what the recipe called for blueberries, and it was perfect!

Glamping adventure

This past weekend the bird and I went on a glamping adventure at The Old Forge Glamping with some friends.

It's a great spot for hiking, camping and horseback riding and the views and grounds are beautiful.

If you're ever in Ireland and have a free weekend, Wicklow is a gorgeous area and this place was fantastic!

Camping, Glamping and a S'more Recipe Round-up

I am officially back from Brussels. It was a fabulous solo trip and I am so glad I did it. I'm sorting all the pictures and will have a recap up soon!

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Today, we are headed to a glamping adventure with a few friends in Wicklow. Isn't camping the ultimate summer kick off?

And... what better way to get excited for camping, than some delicious s'mores recipes?

1 // S'mores on a stick. Such a cute idea for a party if they need to be pre-made.
2 // Chocolate chip cookie s'mores with peanut butter. Three fabulous things, in one! omg.
3 // Skillet s'mores. Perfect for sharing after an indoor dinner party.
4 // Roasted berry s'mores with waffles. The jelly to the pb version above. Sounds like a dreamy combination.
5 // S'mores martini. Yum! (And here is a second drink recipe I found: S'moretini!)

I love that someone has the same love for s'mores as I do! Jillian, can we get together for book club night and s'mores!? :)

And before I forget, I am teaming up with a couple bloggers for an amazing giveaway for you on Monday... stay tuned!

Linked with A Liz Adventures and Meet at the Barre

Summer Recipes

One of my favorite things about summer are all the good food coming into season.

I am looking forward to going home next week for a visit and getting a taste of some of my favorites.

1 // Grilled corn, lime and cotija cheese make the perfect summer bbq dish.

2 // I love making my own granola. It's even better when I can top my morning granola with fresh summer berries.

3 // I have never had a watermelon salad this fancy, but I do love the watermelon, avocado and heirloom tomato combo.

4 // This recipe would be great with spinach or kale. Love the grilled ribbon veggies on top.

5 // My ultimate summer go-to is a green smoothie. My favorite combo is spinach, frozen bananas, mango and almond milk.

Here is my round up of recipe favorites from last summer.

Summer weekend wear

I don't know if I've mentioned this yet... but the weather in Ireland has been unbelievable. Temperatures have been in the 70s & 80s the past month! That's true summer weather in my book.

J.Crew has become one of my favorite shops (winter or summer). Unfortunately, its nowhere to be found in Dublin. So for now, this inspiration board will have to do.

aviator sunglasses | panama hat | vintage tee | striped sandals | chino shorts

Hope you have some fun weekend plans!

Ours include a dinner date, The Internship and a hike through Phoenix Park.

Healthy & Easy Summer Recipes

I have been pinning some delicious looking summer treats lately.

I have picked only the tastiest, but healthiest and easiest to share with you today! These are the best kind, right?

 Avocado Strawberry Spinach Salad // Frozen Banana Peanut (or Almond) Butter Ice Cream

Cinnamon, Banana and Peanut or Almond Butter Stuffed Apples

Frozen Yogurt Covered Blueberries // Quinoa Stuffed Avocado Salad

How delicious do these look?!

Feel free to contact me for my address to send me some of your homemade treats! :)

Summer white outfit

Happiest of Fridays... and today truly is! We are off for our trip back home!!! Yay!

Today I am linking up with Long Distance Loving and sharing some summer white outfit inspiration.

striped shirt // white denim // Essie polish // sunglasses // straw tote // suede flats (on sale!)

Looking forward to piecing something like this for our trip to Italy soon! Loving whites & stripes for the summer!

Have a fabulous weekend! Xo