March 5th, 2013
I’m quite the potato enthusiast. Whether it’s a baked potato bar (the best way to host weeknight meals), in the form of homemade chips, latkes, or pockets to hold caviar, I’m game. In fact, my favorite meal from our honeymoon was in a tiny restaurant in Siena where I had a bowl of potato gnocchi with truffles shaved on top. It was simple and rustic, and we sat against cool stone walls and sipped glasses of their house red wine. I haven’t ordered it since then, full-well knowing that it could never compare to that dish, but found comfort in knowing that I could at least make it at home. Last week I made it from scratch (recipe here) and was delighted by the results. I love the versatility of gnocchi – that it can work with any sauce (I made a quick pesto) that you have on hand and is far superior to the packaged variety available in stores. I’ll never be able to recreate that meal we had in Siena, but it’s just one of the many reasons why I’m looking forward to our next trip to Italy, some day.
March 4th, 2013
Mara Hoffman Dress, Alexandra DeClaris Clutch, Louboutin Heels, Essie ‘Boxer Shorts’ Nail Polish
I’ve always loved the combination of red and pink. When I first starting wearing the colors together, it was in the form of coordinating rubberbands on my braces. And yet somehow, even though the shades are both innately feminine, they manage not to look too saccharine when worn at the same time. When I saw this dress (especially since it coordinated with Shopbop’s sale last week), I knew it was the ideal piece for any dressy occasion. The silhouette is sophisticated, but the thin cut-outs along the sides keep it from feeling too serious.
March 1st, 2013
{New favorite treat: fancy red velvet ding-dongs from Essential Chocolate Desserts}
This year is going by so quickly that I find myself floored at the beginning of each new month. And yet March couldn’t have come soon enough. I’m so excited for the time change – just that extra bit of daylight makes the biggest difference in how I spend my evenings (ie not always curled up on the couch). But tonight we’re making an exception to see live comedy with friends and the rest of the weekend will be spent outdoors, since warm weather should always be celebrated appropriately. Here are a few of the things currently making me happy.
{I love the look of individual palm fronds in simple white vases}
{My three-month-long search for a thin gold belt finally paid off}
{The cutest flash drive with the rest of our wedding pictures from Max}
{Kumquats are now in season – aka my favorite addition to a gin cocktails}
February 28th, 2013
Rag & Bone Blazer, Addison Dress, Free People Sunglasses, Balenciaga Clutch, Topshop Cuffs, Prada Heels, Essie Boxer Shorts Nail Polish
I went through quite the purple stage my freshman year of college. Everything from my bedding to my slippers fell victim to my color infatuation. Since then, I avoid it entirely, unless disguised as a pretty pastel shade. This dress though, with its perforations and peplum, is closer to a pale pink, which I’ve never been able to resist.
