This week, I found inspiration in a recipe for a lime curd tart that was simply too beautiful to resist. The tartness of the lime curd was perfectly balanced by the sweetness of fresh raspberries. The bright colors made it a showstopper on the table. The best part? The shortbread crust. It came together effortlessly, yet looked so elegant that you’d think it took hours to prepare. In one bite, you get the best part of a crunchy cookie with the creaminess of pudding and fruit.

Last week, we watched the Chiefs play the final game in their lead up to another Super Bowl vistory. Friends joined us in the carriage house for local beer on tap from @Nansemondbrewingstation, Bar-b-que sliders (because Brian is from Kansas) and chocolate pudding. It’s a strange menu, I’ll admit. But, everything had a purpose. If the Chiefs didn’t win, I had to hedge my hospitality bets with some serious comfort food.