summer salad

My dad introduced me to Brianna's salad dressing- 

Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette-

It's all I crave lately!

 

nothing like a salad with leftover steak and baguette

add some goat cheese and prosciutto, and enjoy!

River Farm in Alexandria Va

Home of the American Horticultural Society, River Farm is one of the most lovely, serene, picnic spots in our city! It's open to the public Monday through Saturday and it's FREE- oh yes. The historic home (once owned by Washington) can be rented for events (we had checked it out for a potential wedding venue.) Or spend a day wandering the gardens (there's a cool kids garden) and soaking up the picturesque views of the Potomac. Check out photos from our most recent visit...

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Mike's magnolia

so many great picnic spots

they've got beehives

looking for frogs

a quick peek inside

vintage candle holder

That tent seems to always be up- a great spot for hooping when it rains? yes?

love the green roof

so lush

yum

and peaceful

lunch time

we loved this rain barrel

Truly a hidden gem.