Excited to be featured in Latina Magazine - Worldwide March edition! The beautiful Mexican actress, Mรณnika Sanchez, is on the cover. I talk about my role at Ceja, food, travel and growing up in the middle of a vineyard. Thank you Vincent Gotti Photography for capturing me in my element (cowboy boots and all).
P.S. Preview online magazine!
D + C Engagement Pictures
FiestasCommentHappy dance, our engagement pictures have arrived! We are over the moon in love with how they turned out!
We had the incredible opportunity to work with Christina Litle, owner + photographer of c.m.elle studios. Her creative eye and understanding of lighting and detail make all of her work shine! Next up, she will be photographing our wedding on 8.18.18. For now, here's a sneak peek of our engagement photo session.
Holidays in The Vineyard
FashionCommentHappy Holidays! 'Tis the season for sweet Christmas tunes, twinkle lights, and numerous holiday soirรฉes. Are you ready to celebrate? Thereโs something about this time of year that always makes me want to get a little bit more dressed up than usual, whether thatโs with a touch of sequins and sparkle, faux fur or amazing long fitted dresses that bring all of the holiday elements together.
I've combined my top three favorite outfits that you can easily dress up or down that make me feel effortlessly feminine with a touch of glam. In a sea of over the top sequins and sexy black dresses, these combinations are the perfect happy medium.
Look 1). Can we talk about slits for a second? I absolutely love a dress that gives the drama of a high neckline, low back and a slit. I was immediately attracted to the deep shade of purple and soft material. I decided to add these metallic rose gold wedge sandals to give the outfit some sparkle and pop. We recently took our engagement pictures and this dress might have made a cameo - stay tuned!
Look 2). This holiday season I've gravitated to all things velvet, including this gorgeous strappy dress. Matched with this faux fur coat is the perfect compliment if you are going to be attending an outdoor event or strolling in the chilly December evenings.
Look 3). This off the shoulder gown with a beautifully fitted ruffle bodice and memorable high front slit is light weight and very feminine. I love the rich wine color that screams of the holidays. Dress it up even more and exchange the wedge sandals with some black pumps, bold lipstick and a romantic side braid. This is the perfect pick for a winter formal event.
NG: The Next Generation in Wine is Coming to San Francisco!
Food & Drink, FiestasCommentCelebrate the fall season and join me and NG: The Next Generation in Wine for a Sunday funday wine tasting event in San Francisco!
Click HERE to purchase tickets!
Sunday, Nov. 12th, 2017
Presidio Golf Course at the Club Lounge
300 Finley Rd, San Francisco, CA 94129
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Meet and greet eleven next generation Napa Valley wineries and enjoy 33 wines while sampling tantalizing bites from the Club Lounge. What's more, you will have the opportunity to purchase the wines onsite -- perfect for stocking your cellars or for holiday gifts.
-$50 for WC members & Fans | Promo Code: CEJAWC
-$55 regular pre-sale until October 27th
-$65 at the door
Gather your friends and family for this fabulous event. We can't wait to see you all there!
Image via Sarah Deragon // Portraits To The People
Napa Valley Entertaining Book
Food & DrinkCommentWhat is the importance of a great coffee table book? Part home decor, part artifact that says a little something about your taste, a coffee table book has become an integral part of interior design in the past few years. That said, we're excited to be part of the new coffee table book, Napa Valley Entertaining. In Napa Valley, eating, drinking and entertaining with friends and familia is a feast for all senses and seasons. This book is an insider's guide to entertaining with a bit of wine country flair by highlighting a variety of dishes, dรฉcor and diversity that make Napa such a special place to call my hometown.
Go behind the scenes and experience a meal with dozens of Napa Valley's most preeminent hosts and wineries through this gorgeous collection of photography, recipes and stories by Blakesley Chappellet and Briana Marie. Our colorful and festive spread will have your mouth watering and excited to throw your next fiesta!
P.S. Books are available for purchase HERE and will soon be available at our Ceja wine tasting rooms. Salud!