This is one of those recipes that looks way fancier than it is but with simple, pretty basic ingredients, this can be whipped up and presented in a flash. Good for a party, entertaining or an after dinner treat! Plus it has fruit, so it’s healthy, right?!

Dino just kind of made this up one night, and since then I have been begging him to recreate it. And now, I feel like it’s a staple!

When I saw this technique, I knew I had to incorporate it into the Merc. Shou Sugi Ban Wood Burning is the art of torching the wood, just enough on the surface that it chars, but doesn’t burn. And the look and texture are incredible!

Every time I decorate a space I like to approach it with my senses. I really think the combination of all of the senses is what brings a room together. Well, when it comes to decorating it’s more - so a combination of touch, smell, sound, and sight. Not so much taste…unless you’re in the kitchen!

Simple, healthy, delish - these lettuce cups are have become one of our favorites!

I’ve said this before, but the power of paint is amazing!