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Lola’s Cupcakes

Bopping around London this week, it’s clear the cupcake craze is alive and well in this city. I stopped by Lola’s Cupcakes at their Selfridges location, and was delighted with their adorable and...

Apr 25, 2013 Like

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Marc Jacobs Diet Coke

I’m spending the week in London with the fiancé and, as always on my trips to Europe, I am constantly amazed at the cool and unique products they have that we can’t get in NYC. I spent a good...

Apr 23, 2013 Like

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Almond Butter Rice Cakes

I am so excited to share with you all my latest food obsession: almond butter. Luckily, almond butter is not only delicious and satisfying, but it is good for you too. I hate to admit it, but I...

Apr 11, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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Creamy Vanilla Rice Pudding

Today I am thrilled to share a simple yet delicious recipe for stove-top Creamy Vanilla Rice Pudding. To make the pudding, I used a vanilla bean, which infused a rich and intense vanilla flavor...

Mar 27, 2013 Like

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Scenes from Anguilla

In the midst of this frigid and snowy day in NYC, I couldn’t think of a better time to share a few photos from the sunny Caribbean island of Anguilla. I just got back from a visit to the island to...

Mar 8, 2013 Like

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Valentine’s Day Flowers For The Modern Girl

I could hardly contain my excitement yesterday afternoon when I received the most stylish and unique Valentine’s Day flowers from my fiancé. Instead of the usual dozen red roses, Aaron sent me a...

Feb 15, 2013 Like

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Fudgy Brownie Bites With Ganache

For the ultimate Valentine’s Day indulge this year, I made fudgy brownie bites with dark chocolate ganache. I decorated them in plenty of shades of pink and red, but this recipe can of course be...

Feb 13, 2013 Like 1 person likes this

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Venexiana Presents Fall 2013 Collection

Saturday night I was lucky enough to attend the Venexiana runway show at New York’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Best described as rock-n-roll haute couture, the fashion house of Venexiana presented...

Feb 11, 2013 Like

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Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

For a simple and classic hot hors d’oeuvre, what’s better than a sizzling scallop wrapped in bacon? I made these crowd favorites around the holidays for an elegant appetizer and decided to serve...

Feb 7, 2013 Like

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Giveaway! | Big City Little Sweets

I am thrilled to share a special giveaway from Big City Little Sweets, a modern nyc-based dessert catering company that specializes in the two things nearest and dearest to my heart here at The...

Jan 23, 2013 Like

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Balthazar Granola

This morning I popped into Balthazar Bakery to pick up a bag of their handmade granola. Good granola is hard to find and I have to say Balthazar’s is one of the best I have ever tried. The bakery,...

Jan 21, 2013 Like

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Mini Blueberry Almond Crisps

Yesterday I made a delightful recipe from one of my favorite chefs, Carla Hall, recently featured on The Chew. This is an easy and trimmed-down recipe for a scrumptious blueberry crisp made in six...

Jan 17, 2013 Like

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Leonidas Chocolates

This past weekend I checked out famed Belgian chocolatier Leonidas in Midtown, NYC. This tiny boutique, nestled between the posh hotels and fashion houses that line Madison Avenue, features an...

Jan 8, 2013 Like

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Merry Christmas!

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas! I hope you all are spending time with your loved ones and enjoying some delicious Christmas treats, of course! If you are still looking for some last-minute...

Dec 24, 2012 Like

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Twice Baked Shortbread

Shortbread is the ultimate indulgence. With an ingredient list traditionally comprised of one part white sugar, two parts butter, and three parts flour, these Scottish “biscuits,” popular since the...

Dec 21, 2012 Like

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Saltine Toffee

I just finished making a batch of one of my favorite holiday treats ~ Saltine Toffee. This crunchy candy is irresistible and so easy to make. Check out my recipe here. Enjoy!

Dec 19, 2012 Like

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Christmas Cookies with Royal Icing

There is nothing like a batch of freshly baked, buttery Christmas cookies frosted in rich royal icing and dusted with colorful sugar. I can guarantee that you will not find a better, more delicious...

Dec 17, 2012 Like

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Knob Creek Balls

Known as “Southern Truffles,” I couldn’t wait to make a batch of fun, boozy bourbon balls. Most of all, I wanted to impress my fiancé, quite the bourbon aficiando, with a dessert made of his...

Dec 11, 2012 Like

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Pecan Pie Biscotti

This week my grandmother and I stumbled upon a scrumptious looking biscotti in the newspaper. The warm color of the cookies and the addition of pecans, which you do not usually see in biscotti, was...

Dec 6, 2012 Like

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Pfeffernüsse

I have many fond memories of enjoying Pfeffernüsse cookies during the holiday season while living in Switzerland. Pronounced [fef-fur-noose], these delightful German cookies translate to “pepper...

Nov 30, 2012 Like

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Gift Guide: 7 Scrumptious Stocking Stuffers

If you haven’t noticed, I love the holidays and am so excited to share with you this year’s first Holiday Gift Guide post from The Chic Brûlée ~ 7 Scrumptious Stocking Stuffers. The stocking-size...

Nov 28, 2012 Like

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Roasted Cauliflower Soup

Last night I made a hearty Roasted Cauliflower Soup with homemade garlic croutons. If you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner packed with nutrients and good-for-you vegetables, look no further...

Nov 27, 2012 Like

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Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing you all a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! I’m thankful for so many things this year, but most of all being engaged during this holiday season to the man of my dreams. I hope you all have...

Nov 21, 2012 Like

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Lightened Up Italian Wedding Soup

Here is a recipe I created for a lightened up version of Italian Wedding Soup. Traditional Italian Wedding Soup consists of chicken broth, hearty greens and tasty homemade meatballs. Instead of...

Nov 20, 2012 Like

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Dinner at Del Posto

This past weekend we finally made it back to one of the fanciest Italian restaurants in New York, Del Posto. The hotspot, run by celebrity Italian food personalities, Mario Batali, Joe Bastianich...

Nov 19, 2012 Like

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Rosemary Trees

This year, I couldn’t resist the intoxicating scent and festive style of this adorable Rosemary Tree. With its fragrant, evergreen, needle-like leaves, it resembles a mini-Christmas tree (how...

Nov 16, 2012 Like

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Haute Lobster “Rolls” at Le Bernardin

It’s a bit of a secret that many of the top Michelin-starred restaurants in New York offer a lounge menu in their bar area that serves a selection of the chef’s top dishes à la carte without having...

Nov 15, 2012 Like

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No-Noodle Sweet Potato “Lasagna”

The other night I really wanted to make a hearty and comforting lasagna, but I usually avoid making it because it’s traditionally high in carbs and fat. So, I put together a noodle-less “lasagna”...

Nov 14, 2012 Like

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Sandwiches from Mile End

This weekend we checked out Mile End Sandwich Shop, the Noho outpost of the Boerum Hill, Brooklyn favorite. Located on posh Bond Street between Lafayette and Bowery, this inventive and modern...

Nov 12, 2012 Like

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Lola’s Cupcakes

Marc Jacobs Diet Coke

Almond Butter Rice Cakes

Creamy Vanilla Rice Pudding

Scenes from Anguilla

Valentine’s Day Flowers For The Modern Girl

Fudgy Brownie Bites With Ganache

Venexiana Presents Fall 2013 Collection

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

Giveaway! | Big City Little Sweets

Balthazar Granola

Mini Blueberry Almond Crisps

Leonidas Chocolates

Merry Christmas!

Twice Baked Shortbread

Saltine Toffee

Christmas Cookies with Royal Icing

Knob Creek Balls

Pecan Pie Biscotti

Pfeffernüsse

Gift Guide: 7 Scrumptious Stocking Stuffers

Roasted Cauliflower Soup

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Lightened Up Italian Wedding Soup

Dinner at Del Posto

Rosemary Trees

Haute Lobster “Rolls” at Le Bernardin

No-Noodle Sweet Potato “Lasagna”

Sandwiches from Mile End

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