geeky recipe and party ideas
We’ve all had those nights: the ones where you’re up in the wee hours, working feverishly on a new creative project. It’s pitch black outside, quiet inside, and the glow of your computer screen displaying how to make espresso is lighting up the room. I’m normally a morning person, but […]
My lovely friend Kiri Callaghan recently re-released Alys, the first book in the Steampunk Fantasy series the Terra Mirum Chronicles, under a new publisher, Doce Blant. And I wanted to celebrate the best way I know how: by making food. First of all, a description of Alys from the publisher: Following […]
This past weekend, I put together a Tavern-style menu for some back-to-back Dungeons and Dragons campaigns we were running. And while I’ve put together Tavern-style feasts or medieval-themed snacks before, this time I wanted to go all out. I prepared a full Tavern’s menu, with food and drink choices […]
When I go camping with my friends, I often want to bring some sort of treat, but cupcakes and foofy desserts just don’t seem to be appropriate. So I put together this cookie for the next occasion! This trail mix cookie is yummy, hearty, and easier than carrying a […]
It’s here! Ghostbusters Day! I’ve been waiting a while for this movie to come out, and I can’t wait to finally see it. I enjoyed the first two Ghosbusters films, love Paul Feig, and love all of the ladies in the new one. Plus, I’m all about supporting films […]
By now, I’m sure you’ve heard of Outlander. The book series-turned Starz series has captured the attention of so many. And while most of us focus on, umm, other scenes, Theresa Carle-Sanders has chosen to focus on its food. The creator of OutlanderKitchen.com, Theresa has made a name making historical and character-based […]
It’s June. The sun is shining, temperature is climbing, and everyone in Seattle is complaining about their home’s lack of A/C. Clearly, summer is almost here. And with summer comes one of the tastiest desserts: strawberry shortcake! National Strawberry Shortcake Day is right around the corner (on Tuesday, June 14th!) and […]
Every year, I look forward to spring and summer for one specific reason: the fruit. Fruit is so cheap, delicious, and plentiful then, and I just can’t get enough! Right now I’m loving all of the giant, plump strawberries available everywhere. And while I often eat them by themselves (or […]
If you have spent any time with me recently or follow me on any social media, you’re probably aware that I’ve been obsessed with Hamilton. And honestly, you should be obsessed with it too. For those of you who haven’t heard of it, Hamilton: An American Musical is a Broadway […]
A few weeks ago, in honor of the Season 6 premiere of The Walking Dead, I received a review copy of The Art of Eating Through the Zombie Apocalypse. Now, I originally thought this would be a series of zombie-themed recipes, but what I didn’t expect is that this book would […]
I didn't have time to make treats for @jombiejack's birthday, so I put together a "charcookerie" board with goodies from @traderjoes instead. I'm now obsessed with their brookies (seen at the very top): soft brownie and cookie bars that taste like Ben & Jerry's Half-Baked without the ice cream.
Find yourself a bride who will pick out a lush velvet dress for you to wear and wine and dine you in Roche Harbor. Congratulations to @redkoala_cosplay, the most beautiful siren bride, and @gabe.conroy, her very lucky groom.
The Sunday scaries are real–what do you do to stay in the moment and focused on the now when you have a busy week of work ahead? Asking for a friend. #imthefriend
Dear Evan Hansen, today is going to be a good day because I'm going to make the Ala Mode Sundae from Break an Egg! And also your movie comes out. (But seriously, this brown sugar and cinnamon swirl ice cream with stewed apples, whipped cream, and peanuts will improve anyone's day.)
You know you're a millennial when…
Couldn't resist a pic when I found wings that were @geekyhostess pink!
Had an amazing time at @redkoala_cosplay's 70's themed bachelorette party! Boating, the Beatles suite at @theedgewater and a photo shoot at @seattleselfiemuseum that I'll be milking for many IG posts to come. 😉 Can't wait for this lady's wedding!
"Snack time for mom."
This is my absolute favorite cookie recipe, and I started making them with an extra big cookie scoop to make them feel even more straight-from-the-bakery. Look up "the best salted dark chocolate chip cookies" on geekyhostess.com for the recipe. if you go extra big with your scoop, you'll want to bake them for about 15 minutes. They'll be crispy on the edges and still soft and gooey in the middle. As the best cookies should be. 🤤