There is something so enchanting about the summer rains, I love the freshness and the smell of dirt. The city gets a much needed bath and a clean start. Yesterday we had an afternoon thunderstorm, I ...
10 days of rain, said the forecast as we were preparing for our trip. The one tropical vacation we make sure to treat ourselves to a year. When my boyfriend started expressing his desire for crystal ...
Strawberry ShortcakeAdapted from Alice Waters “The Art of Simple Food”Makes 64 cups of strawberries hulled and sliced 1/4 cup sugar 1 cup of heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon suga...
I seem to of gone a bit bananas. Ever since we got back from our trip Ive been all out of whack. Surges of inspiration and then feeling down in the dumps. Having a very hard time going back to the wa...
I felt it was important to wish every mother out there a very happy day. My mother in particular is my rock, always has been. She is my number one and all I have. Wishing all of you strong and powerf...
Happy Friday everyone! We just got back from the islands last night. I thought it would be a great time to post these photos from a cocktail shoot with Morris Kitchen. Kari and I got together about a...
How is it May already? Time is moving so fast. Im always on the look out for a great rhubarb recipe. So when I saw this straight up rhubarb galette I decided to give it a go. Its slightly tart and yo...
I have few memories of my grandfather. The one I remember most fondly involved some of my first culinary experiences. While on a visit to his home just outside of Chicago, he gave me my first radish ...
Hi friends, not too much to say. Its been an interesting week, the weather has been more like autumn then spring. We leave this Wednesday for a week of fun in the sun. If you follow me on instagram y...
My recent trip to the farmers market was one of the best so far this season. The start to a bountiful summer ahead. Spring produce gets people excited. The chance to start cooking with variety of bri...
When I saw this morning that rhubarb had just hit the market, a wave of excitement ran through my body. Yes I am one of those, one of those that gets super excited as each piece of produce enters sea...
My dear readers, Im apologizing to you for my lack of culinary posts as of late. Usually there is a bit more of a balance, but what can I say "Its Spring!". Plants, vegetables, flowers? All t...
Saipua is a dream world of flower creativity. When I was first introduced to Sarahs work, it was unlike anything I had ever seen before. Not a typical florist by any means. There is something wild, o...
This week... Im stopping to smell the flowers at every chance I get. Im working so much that I forget what day it is. Weekends, dont really exist when your home is your office. Thankfully I love my j...
Sometimes it really is the simple things. When you have top notch fresh ingredients, cooked with love, magic happens. Roasted ramps with a perfectly poached egg was an utter delight. A perfect harmon...
I fell in love with Joshs cheese boards when I stumbled across them last year at Whisk (no longer). They stood out with elegance next to its boring cousins made from bamboo, all lacking character in ...
One of you is going to be very lucky. You know why? Because Amy Tremper of Stitch + Hammer has agreed to give away one of her fabulous Stud Wallets. I recently stumbled across Amys creations and inst...
Hey guys, happy Monday. Here are a few shots I took at August restaurant. They went through some serious renovations and a new chef within the last 6 months so the website needed an update. You may r...
It had been too long. A much needed visit with one of my oldest friends. A train ride up the Hudson, on one very foggy morning. Visibility at a minimum, the occasional sneak peak of the mountains on ...
We are planning a quick trip to the Caribbean in May and in doing so, I revisited a few images from our trip to Tulum last year. I realized I hadnt shared some of my favorites, see more on my website...
Were going through a transition. A transition from Winter to Spring. While the trees may still look bare, their buds are soon on the way. The flowers are starting to grow, creating little bits of col...
Hey guys, hope everyone is having a lovely week. Its been really warm here in New York and my winter weight has got to go. Now that its getting warmer Im craving light yummy salads again. I love Tzat...
Were having a taste of Spring here in New York City. Though weve had a very mild winter, I cant help but get excited when I start to see the the vibrant colors coming back to life. We are still a lit...
I was invited in for a visit to Tobys Estate by the lovely Kate, I was really interested in learning more about the roasting process in addition to a great cup of jo. While I had visited Tobys once b...
Empanadas were one of my favorite things to eat while living in Argentina. Since Argentina has strong Italian roots, it inspires much of their cooking. A typical evening with friends will include ord...
Luddite is my favorite antique shop in the neighborhood. A great collection of lighting from the early 1900s. What a lovely little space it is. Visit their website. Luddite Antiques 201 Franklin St. ...
I dont know about you all, but I love grilled cheese! I love sandwiches of all kinds, I dont discriminate. One of my favorite combinations is cheese, tomato & avocado, warmed to perfection on buttery...
Hey guys, hope everyone is having a nice week. We are finally seeing a bit of February weather around here. While the light may be a bit gloomy, for photos it couldnt be any more ideal. I used to thi...
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