Before the world shut down in 2020, Zac and I got to experience one of our favorite trips ever....Arizona.  We went out for my 40th birthday, and did it up right.  In this weeks episode we are reliving our time out in the red rocks, and of course spilling our favorite spots to grab food.  From Fry Bread Stands....to Mezcal Bars, this trip really did have it all.   Please take the time to follow all of our friends over on Instagram, and visit the next time you head out west: Enchantment Resort Mii Amo Destination Spa Elote Cafe L'Auberge De Sedona Montezuma's Castle The Scott Resort The Canal Club Binkley's The Breakfast Club Frank and Lupe's Schmooze Barrio Queen The Phoenix Botanical Gardens UnderTow Maple and Ash

Whew, what a week!  Our power went out and we had to move in with the Parent's for four days.  Here we are chatting about how we pivot when inconveniences arise in our household, and why it's better to face it head on, move forward, and just deal with it ....rather than let it ruin your day or weekend.   Special Thanks to Gary and Teresa Lamb for letting us crash for four days and taking good care of our Oliver while we had to work.  Always appreciative.

We thought it would be fun to go back and remember/recap our favorite overall, most unique dining experiences for you guys.  These restaurants have created some of Vena and I's favorite food memories in the past 6 years and we are excited to share them here.  Hear us talk about where we have found the best "surf and turf" and even food served on mini couches.......Vena's clutch even gets its own satin resting place at one of our stops.  Enjoy!! Restaurants mentioned: É in Las Vegas Binkleys in Phoenix The Addison in San Diego  

Here we are in a new month! It's crazy how fast time flies by sometimes.  In this weeks episode, we are talking about how Zac and I communicate the most efficiently with each other.....and thats through setting up meetings.  Designated time that we have throughout the week, month, quarter, and year to talk about our challenges, goals and objectives for this marriage.  This is what works for us, it helps cut down on a MILLION little arguments and frustrations, and I feel this is one of the things that make us super uncommon.

Well we just got home from the windy city, and whew what a trip.  Zac and I love exploring new parts of Chicago, and on this trip, we tried to hit all the little neighborhoods that we never think to venture to when in town (Wicker Park, Logan Square, Old Town).  We stayed at The Thompson Hotel in the Gold Coast, which was. perfect launchpad for our food and drink expedition.  Take a listen and hear where Zac faced his biggest fear, where we had the most mind-blowing pillows of love, and which bar almost had us go out at 2:30am in our pjs to join the party.  Special shout out to my girl Julie, who was the most perfect tour guide of Logan Square, and who introduced us to packaged goods stores. Here is where we ate: Egg Harbor Cafe Hugo's Frog Bar El Cid 2 Longman and Eagle Go Tavern and Liquors The Original Pancake House Big Star Nico Osteria Rosebud on Rush Truluck's Dublin's Margaritaville Maple and Ash The Pour House

Having a quick chat with Zac about his weekend away and why it's so important to give your partner some space....even if sometimes you don't want to, or miss them.  We also touch on date nights, and having intentional time with your spouse.  I do believe that Zac mentions more than once how supportive I am.....so thats another one for my record books.  

We just got back from a two night trip to Louisville KY, and this little getaway was one for the books.  I'm not sure if it was the amazing food, perfect little airbnb, or all of the Old Fashioned's we drank...but Zac and I loved loved loved this trip.  We stayed in the NULU neighborhood and couldn't believe how great of a location we snagged.  Our Airbnb was called the GardenHouse (you can find them on Insta as Gardenhouselouisville), and it was within a block of great coffee shops, bars, restaurants and boutiques.  The vibe in NULU was just what we needed for a holiday weekend!   Here are all the restaurants we hit up while on our stay: Quill's Coffee Bar Vetti Repeal ButcherTown Grocery  Royal Nouvelle Biscuit Belly Bodeguita de Mima Ac Hotel bar The Seelbach hotel bar Gerties and Taj

In this episode, Zac and I talk about why we wanted to start this podcasting journey and why we are anything but traditional.  We just wanted to give a little introspective into what's to come, our unconventional thinking, and even dropped a few restaurant recommendations already.  (Shoutout to Mama's Chicken Kitchen in Gatlinburg, TN).

We lead a pretty unconventional life and marriage, so we decided to start a podcast to talk about what makes us tick as a couple.  Listen in to find out more on how we run our relationship, our businesses, and the way we like to eat & travel.