On August 10th, I’ll be teaching a 1-day styling and food photography workshop in Seattle. All skill levels are welcome!
Bespoke Culinary & Creative Retreats
a custom experience designed just for you
Dreaming of a culinary tour, creative retreat or photography workshop designed around your personal interests and timeline? I create bespoke travel experiences for groups of 2-10 guests.
I currently lead custom experiences in Paris, Belgium, Lisbon, Porto and the Alentejo and Algarve regions of Portugal. Possible activities include:
cooking classes
market visits
wine and beer tastings
farm tours
cheese tastings
cultural walking tours
meals in local restaurants
photography expeditions
visits to the studios of local makers
coffee tours with cuppings
picnics
boat excursions
meals in the homes of local chefs
chocolate and pastry tastings
Contact me here for information on pricing and further details.
let's do this: the first ever milly's meet-up
When I was laid up with the über-flu over the holidays, I spent a lot of time thinking about the direction I want this blog to take. (Funny how shitty circumstances can have positive outcomes.) One of my goals for 2018 is to make this space function like more of a community and a catalyst inspiring us all to design creative, beautiful and satisfying lives for ourselves.
I asked you to reach out and let me know what sorts of events, activities and content you'd like to see more of. Tons of you generously took the time to respond. You asked for more international retreats, Seattle- and US-based workshops, and talks with other kick-ass women on how to craft your ideal life.
First of all, I love all these ideas--thank you! Also, I want to let you know I have all of the above projects in the works for this year. (High five!)
While I'm working on recruiting a roster of amazing women to come talk about their lives and career paths, I thought I'd kick things off with a cocktail hour meet-up so those of us who live in/near Seattle can get to know each other.
So on March 15 I'm hosting the first ever Milly's Meet-Up. We'll gather at Book Larder in Fremont for an after-work happy hour featuring natural wines and bites provided by yours truly. The price is $10 and 100% of the ticket price will be donated to Facing Homelessness.
So grab a friend or two who's into food, photography, travel or just meeting new folks and come say hi at Book Larder on the 15th!
The Details...
Date
March 15, 2018
Time
6.30-7.30pm
Location
Book Larder
4252 Fremont Ave North
Seattle, WA
What
This meet up is for lovers of food, travel, photography, for those interested in crafting a creative life or who just want to meet new people. Your donation entitles you to one drink and an assortment of light bites (provided by yours truly). 100% of the ticket price will be donated to Facing Homelessness. People of all ages, genders, ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations are welcome.
See you on the 15th!
Love Trumps Hate dinner to benefit the ACLU
This dinner is sold out. Thank your for your support!
America is a country of immigrants, for immigrants. Help it stay that way.
I'm super excited to announce the first Love Trumps Hate fundraising dinner! If, like me, you've been feeling shocked by the events of the past weeks but unsure how to take action, this dinner is for you! Come on out and join your neighbors for an evening of delicious food, good company and raising funds for a great cause.
100% of the evening's profits will go to the ACLU, who are working hard to make sure America remains an inclusive, hate-free nation and that all our citizens' human rights are respected.
I'll be featuring a Oaxaca-inspired menu in honor of the many talented, wise and generous women and men I met during my recent trip to Mexico. So gather up your people, spread the word and join me for an evening of food, community and standing up for what you believe in!
menu
marigold-mezcal margaritas + chile-garlic spiced nuts
chochoyotes (masa dumplings) in charred tomato broth with black beans and queso fresco
radish, jicama and pineapple salad with chile, toasted peanuts and fresh herbs
pork and pumpkin tamales in mole negro + grilled chayote
arroz con leche (Mexican rice pudding) with citrus caramel and toasted almonds
the details...
Location:
Book Larder
4252 Fremont Ave North
Seattle, WA 98103
Food Allergies / Sensitivities:
This meal is gluten-free. We are also able to provide vegetarian options. (Yay!)
Cancellation Policy: All tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to someone else, but no refunds will be issued.
Date:
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Time:
Welcome cocktail served at 7.30pm
What:
4 courses of delicious, local and seasonal fare + drink pairings
Price:
$100
Questions? Comments? Suggestions for future events?
Drop me a line here.
There are only 16 spots available.
I hope to see you at the table!
xo,
Olaiya
late-fall pop-up dinner
It's pop-up time again!
The dinner I hosted with my friend Kyle in August was so much fun, we're teaming up to bring you another one! On December 10th, we'll be popping up in Fremont for an evening of good food, good wine and pre-holiday good cheer.
You'll start with a welcome cocktail, then sit down for a family-style meal featuring four courses of local, seasonal ingredients and accompanied by a selection of beautiful wines. I'm thinking I might even break out my vinyl collection for this one and spin some retro tunes to get you in the holiday spirit!
So whether you'll be observing Chanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, the winter solstice or your very own winter traditions, gather up your friends and fam and join us for this celebratory feast!
menu
first: duck confit, five-spice pickled cranberries, shaved turnip, olive oil
second: roasted squash and winter greens salad, pomegranate, feta, pepitas
third: salt-crusted beef rib roast, pears, hazelnut salsa
fourth: dark chocolate and chestnut tart, black currant, brandy whip
the details...
Super Secret Location:
Fremont (Address will be provided with ticket purchase. We'll be indoors this time.)
Food Allergies / Sensitivities:
We are able to provide vegetarian and gluten-free options. (Yay!)
Cancellation Policy: All tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to someone else, but no refunds will be issued.
Date:
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Time:
Welcome cocktail served at 7.00pm
What:
4 courses of delicious, local and seasonal fare + drink pairings
Price:
$95
Questions? Comments? Suggestions for future events?
Drop me a line here.
We hope to see you at our table!
xo,
Olaiya
pop-up dinner with Kyle Wisner of London Plane
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It's finally here!
The most awesome Kyle Wisner and I are hosting a pop-up dinner on Saturday, August 6th and we'd love for you to join us!
For those of you who don't know Kyle, he currently runs the kitchen at The London Plane and has honed his skills cooking at Sitka & Spruce, The Corson Building and Le Pichet. He's a first-rate chef and a cool guy. I think you're going to like him!
Kyle and I will be preparing a seasonal, family-style meal and serving it to you under the summer stars. If you're going to be near Seattle on August 6, gather up your people and come sit at our table under the fruit trees for a leisurely evening of food, wine and new friends!
menu
first: honey and salted watermelon cocktail // local radishes, spicy butter, albacore
second: halibut crudo, pickled blackberries, radish, cilantro and lime
third: charred globe zucchini, homemade ricotta, toasted barley, aleppo honey
fourth: grilled lamb, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, walnut sauce verte
fifth: grilled peaches, pistachio ice cream, peach sorbet, orange blossom meringue, fresh herbs
the details...
Date:
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Time:
Welcome cocktail served at 5.30pm
What:
5 courses of delicious, local and seasonal fare + drink pairings
Price:
$85
Super Secret Location:
Seward Park / Columbia City (Address will be provided with ticket purchase.)
Food Allergies / Sensitivities:
We are able to provide vegetarian and gluten-free options. (Yay!)
Cancellation Policy: All tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your reservation to someone else, but no refunds will be issued.
Questions? Comments? Suggestions for future events?
Drop me a line here.
We've got 20 seats available at our table.
I hope to see you there!
xo,
Olaiya
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