Fall is here and alive in Wisconsin. The foliage is beautiful, colorful and breathtaking. Last weekend, we went to Devil’s Lake State Park here in Wisconsin and this is what you see as you are driving into the camp grounds. Absolutely beautiful.
We went for a family hike and played in the leaves. My sister’s family was in town so we had a great time.
On Wednesday, I got to go with my youngest on her first ever school field trip to a local pumpkin patch, where all the kids got to pick their own pumpkins, played in old tires, played with the farm kittens and kept riding down a huge slide for like 30 minutes.
It’s been so fun exploring Wisconsin this month. Last year, at this time, we were still in Seattle so hadn’t yet experienced Wisconsin life in October. Halloween is just around the corner and I can already tell, our neighborhood really gets into the Halloween holiday spirit.
My Wisconsin adventures will continue this weekend as I venture out to Kohler, Wisconsin to attend the Kohler Food and Wine Experience and get to stay at the American Club. I am over the moon excited. . food, wine, meeting chefs, learning about food, cooking demonstrations, culinary seminars, wine and cheese pairings, knife skills 101, a mixology class, beer and cheese pairings, eating more food, parties and just taking it all in. I can hardly contain myself. And I get to bring a guest so my dear friend, Rina, is going with me. And I have one person to thank for this. Not because I won a giveaway, but because she simply passed my name along. Heidi is awesome.
And she probably didn’t know it’s my birthday weekend (my birthday is on Sunday) so this weekend is going to be extra special and fun for me. Because spending a weekend eating, drinking and learning about food is exactly what I would want to be doing.
So, before I go . . I have to share a few things with you. . So, I’m hearing wool and faux leather is really in for this fall and winter . . I am crushing on this wool moto jacket from Ann Taylor. .
And this Paxton foldover clutch from Moss Mills.
And this fab Black Mixed-Media coat from Banana Republic.
A note for my husband: it shouldn’t be hard to know what I want for my birthday. . hint hint. .
What are you crushing on? what have you added to your “I wish I could have this” list? Are you going to be wearing faux leather this fall?
And in case you missed these recipes, here’s what I posted this week in food. A Roasted Red Bell Pepper soup to die for. .
An Asian Quinoa with Bok Choy. . . this one must be made. It simply must.
And my ultimate FAVE . . a spicy seafood noodle soup (Jjamppong for those who know it!).
Wishing everyone a happy weekend!! Enjoy it! And I’ll be back next week with a FAB giveaway!
Wow. It is gorgeous! I’ve loved seeing all of your photos on Instagram. What a fabulous family!
Enjoy the weekend!
oh that grilled cheese is so calling my name, and I really need some in this cold weather!
We went to a farm in NJ just a few weeks ago, and it was such a beautiful experience, and our 17 month boy loved it!
I am so excited for you – I bet you’ll have a fabulous time. Also, Happy (early) Birthday!!! I can’t wait to hear how your weekend went and everything you experienced ;).
seems like its going to be a great weekend for ya! have fun 🙂
Ahhhh love this update!!! Fall is beautiful and so glad you are having a great time with the family. Enjoy your birthday weekend lady!! And happy birthday in advance 🙂 (hint hint husband…get that black coat!!)
Two things: First you have the cutest family ever. Finally I adore that Ann Taylor jacket!
I remember taking a field trip to the pumpkin patch in what must’ve been kindergarten or first grade. So fun! Oh boy there’s so many things I’m crushing on right now but I’d really love a cute fall herringbone vest and some Hunter rainboots 🙂
That wool coat! Omg! Want!! There are a million things I want from Zara. Now that I actually live near a store I want to buy everything! What a great fall festive week you had! I miss Minnesota fall 🙁 the pumpkin patch sounds so perfect!! Have a great weekend Alice. Keep those pictures coming from the Kohler Food and Wine Experience. How fun!!
I hope this is going to be a regular installment on your blog, Alice. I love hearing about what’s going on in your life! I loved all of those beautiful fall photos and have been living vicariously through your photos at the Kohler event. I’m sure you’re having an incredible time! I’ve been in the halloween spirit all month. I decorated on October 1st and I have about ten friends coming over tomorrow night to carve pumpkins. Yay! Happy early birthday, lady! I hope Paul gets the not-so-subtle hint 😉 and buys you one of these. I’ll be sure to shower you with some social media bday love come Sunday!
What a fun birthday weekend for you! Hope your hubby takes the hint and has a few lovely gifts for you when you arrive home 🙂
Yay, happy happy early birthday, Alice, have a wonderful time this weekend!:) Love those beautiful fall pictures!
Love to see those gorgeous photos of Wisconsin in the fall! What a gorgeous place you live in and you and your family are just beautiful. 🙂 Have fun this weekend! I can think of no better way to spend your birthday! Enjoy and Happy Birthday Alice!!
I love all your pictures, Alice, and your story always takes me where you are. I’m sure your birthday weekend will be super fun and I can’t wait to hear your Kohler Food and Wine Experience story.