Craving Cachao

Maybe it is this dreary weather or the crisp air, but something today has me craving a Panini and take away cappuccino from a fine little eatery that my beau introduced me to about three and a half years ago in London town. The owner’s name is Jennie and her family’s shop is located in Primrose Hill, which might be might be my favorite hill of all the hills. This is partially because on the few coveted days that London’s skies are clear, the sights are breathtaking, complete with views of the Eye (giant Ferris wheel) and the city skyline. The other reason is because I finished reading the last Harry Potter on that hill. Chris recorded at a hidden studio that Coldplay recorded in and that is how he originally stumbled onto this delightful nook. A nook it is. . . it is tiny and spills out onto the sidewalk, which is great for people watching and reading the paper. It couples as a very fun gift shop full of silly treasures. This place, accompanied with Jennie’s sweet hospitality, makes Cachao an absolute must every time we bop across the pond. If you go, tell her we said, "Howdy, from her fans in Texas!"



Cachao
140 Regent's Park Road
NW1 8XL
020 7483 4411
Mon - Sat 11:30 - 20:00
Sun 11:30 - 19:00
Known for: light Sandwiches, Strong espresso, Chocolate for sure, plus wonderful pancakes, great bagels, ice cream & gifts

*Take the Chalk Farm Underground, the Northern Line and be prepared to do some walking. Cachao is on Regents Park which leads you to Primrose Hill. Primrose Hill is nestled between Camden Town and Regents Park.

I suppose I will have to settle for a cup of London tea, kp

Icing and Aprons

Greetings from a girl who is nothing less than pumped about the holiday season that is quickly approaching! A friend from high school, Ashley del Rio, has opened her doors officially as Icing and Aprons.


She makes delicious cupcakes, cakes and cake balls. Basically any form of cake for any occasion. You might be looking at her work thinking, "There is no way it taste that good if it looks that cute." But I am here to tell you that it DOES and it IS! We have used her for a few different occasions and have always been so pleased by her tasty delicacies! Here are some of the cupcakes she made for a rehearsal dinner we had at my mom's house a couple of weeks ago.



Ashley is a sweet hearted gal that I only knew as an acquaintance in high school but have had the pleasure of getting to know more in our new adult life. Mostly, I admire the courage she possesses. It is easy to day dream all the live long day. You might even take the next step and realize your dream, but it is with sacrifice and faith that we push through all the reasons we are doomed to fail and actually turn the realized dream into actuality. She has done just that... with sweet success I would say. I pray that Lord would continue to grow her mission and business as she is spreading love, joy and icing to all who would receive it.




Remember Ashley's treats for your next event... because you want an excuse to eat something she has whipped up; I promise!

xo,
kp

Little Feet

This is our nephew and lil’ buddy, Luke. I can’t get over him these days. He is growing and changing right before our eyes. Hope he brings the same joy to you as he does to me, just by looking at him. He is the MAN!

So grateful for this most excellent addition to the Hooper family.



"For nothing is impossible with God." Luke 1:37