The Balanced Boarding Pass

09/20/2025

Hello! The Balanced Boarding Pass 💕
A new chapter begins.
I’ve spent the past 6 years building Glow Alchemy Kitchen and a lifetime curating recipes, wellness rituals, and gatherings that fed both body and soul. Now, I’m taking that foundation and carrying it with me into this next season: one rooted in balance and fueled by wanderlust.
🌍 Boarding Pass → Because travel is how I connect, expand, and dream bigger.
⚖️ Balance → Because wellness isn’t about restriction—it’s about living fully, joyfully, and intentionally. (Libra here 🙋🏼‍♀️)
Here, you’ll find:
🥗 Recipes + rituals for everyday wellness
✈️ Travel guides + perfectly planned getaways
✨ Lifestyle inspiration for blooming into your luminous self
It’s the journey and the destination. Welcome to The Balanced Boarding Pass—I’m so glad you’re here.
Cheers! - Jessica

09/14/2025

Lookie!!!! Are you following the new Glow page? Missing out on this???

09/12/2025

☀️ The Balanced Boarding Pass: Florida’s Gulf Coast in Fall
Sure, everyone heads down to 30A in the summer… but have you ever slipped away in the fall? 🍂 The beaches are quieter, the weather is still warm (without the summer scorch), and sunsets somehow feel even more golden. ✨
This little guide is just a short list to spark your fall break inspiration—but trust me, the Gulf Coast is brimming with hidden gems I’m ready to dig up and curate for your perfect long weekend. 🏖️🌴 From charming stays to coastal bites, consider this your boarding pass to a new kind of Florida getaway.
Who’s ready to pack light and head south this fall? 🚙
DM me to get started!

Florida’s Gulf Coast is all about sun, sand, laid-back beach days, and a small-town feel within reach of city experiences.

09/04/2025

🫖 A Glowing Encore: Last Two Days of Our Glenwood Tea Room Tribute

We couldn't resist an encore — the response has been so beautiful.
But after Friday, it’s truly gone.

Come savor these classics one last time:

Lemon rosemary scones
Shrimp salad on avocado
Victorian soup
Apple walnut salad
And of course… a glass of wine to toast to it all
We’ve seen old friends reconnect, mothers and daughters come for lunch dates, and new memories made over teacups and bubbles.

If you haven’t experienced it yet — this is your last chance.
We’ll be here with the table set.

09/02/2025

✨ Round 2 of our Glenwood Tea Room Tribute is ON! ✨
Join us this Wednesday–Friday for another round of sweet nostalgia and savory elegance:
🫖 Lemon Rosemary Scones (baked fresh)
🍤 Shrimp Salad on Avocado Boats
🥗 Victorian Soup + Apple Walnut Salad
🥂 Plus… all the bubbles and wine your midweek self deserves
🪑 Tables filled fast last time, so come early or bring a friend and make a moment of it. We can’t wait to host you again.
📍 Glow Alchemy Kitchen
⏰ Tuesday–Friday 10–3

(Note: Tea Room specials begin Wednesday!)

08/23/2025

A Glowing Nod to the Glenwood Tea Room
Join us for a limited-time lunch tribute to one of Shreveport’s most beloved institutions — reimagined, the Glow way.
🌸 August 26–29 | 10:00 AM–2:30 PM
Enjoy our elegant take on the classics:
🫖 Chicken Salad + Chutney
🥣 Victorian Soup (creamy asparagus perfection)
🥗 Apple Walnut Salad with cinnamon-vanilla dressing
Plus Scones & French Pressed Tea!
Whether you’re reliving a favorite memory or discovering it for the first time, this menu is pure nostalgia served with a glow.
📍 Glow Alchemy Kitchen | Dine-in only

08/18/2025

💕FOR SALE💕
A New Era for Glow
As we move into the final stretch of summer, I’ve been reflecting on seasons of growth, change, and what it means to evolve with intention.
Glow has been such a beautiful journey — a space filled with creativity, community, and connection. And now, it’s time for a new era.
✨ Glow Alchemy Kitchen is officially available for sale. ✨
This could be the perfect opportunity for someone dreaming of a boutique café, cake studio, wine bar, or wellness concept of their own. Whether carried forward as Glow or reimagined into something brand new, the space is thoughtfully built, turn-key, and ready to support your vision.
It’s bittersweet… but also full of possibility.
If you or someone you know is looking for a space to bring their dream to life, let’s talk. 💫
Please share 🙏🏼

08/13/2025

This Week at Glow ✨
They're backkkk...
🥬 Turkey Thai Lettuce Wraps
🍠 Sweet Potato Fries (yes, the crispy air-fried ones you missed)
And a full week of fresh, nourishing lunch — available Tues–Fri, 10–3 or delivered via DoorDash!

🍸 Don’t miss our next Glow Wellness Night with Karen McFerren— we’re talking easy ways to boost protein, mocktail tasting, and healthy hors d’oeuvres to inspire your wellness journey.

✈️ Planning a winter escape or spring break?
Let’s start dreaming. My Glow Getaway Guide to Greece is live and waiting…

08/10/2025

Dreaming of eating croissants in Paris this fall? Check out my article on where to find them…

Here’s a guide to five of Paris’ most popular and acclaimed bakeries, plus my favorite places to stay for the ultimate pastry-fueled getaway.

08/04/2025

✨ Only a Few Seats Left… ✨
The first class in The Art of a Soirée is almost here — and so is your chance to learn how to host like it’s second nature. 🍷

🥩 Beef Wellington made simple
🍸 Perfect martinis + wine pairings
🕯 Tablescapes that stun
…all with the energy you can’t Google.

Limited to 12 guests per class — and we’re almost sold out.
🎁 Bonus holiday entertaining class for full-series sign-ups

If you’ve been thinking about joining us… now’s the moment.
🔗 Link in bio to grab your seat.