There is one thing that this girl can never get enough of…that would be any type of ice cream, gelato, or even sorbets for that matter! I have had pints from my favorite gelato makers, Ciao Bella, in the past via Whole Foods, but when I stumbled upon this delicious company’s spot in Grand Central
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011
For me, creativity really sparks {especially in the kitchen} when I am inspired by someone that I admire. I am continuously trying to learn as much as I can about cooking from the cream of the crop chefs, and take their creativity into the dishes I make. Whether I’m visiting their restaurants, reading their cookbooks,
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Also filed in All That Inspires {Chef Interviews}, Around the Table, Cooking, DIY, Home, Photography, Recipes, Recipes, Taste, The Arts, Toodlin' the Town
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Tagged easy cooking, el bulli, elizabeth baker, farran adria, simple recipes, soho house
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
I love anything sweet, and I absolutely love anything simply elegant. When you combine the two…Well, all this girl would have to say is “qui, qui!” On a recent trip to Vermont, I found this oh so divine restaurant called Starry Night Cafe in a quaint town called Ferrisburgh {near Middlebury!}. Although the food is always
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What inspires you? Who influences you? Whether it be a role model you aspire to be, a creative dish placed in front of you at dinner, or a stunning piece of art that captures your attention…it’s fair to say that we are faced with new things each day that are inspiring! I decided to have
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Also filed in Around the Table, Being a Lady. Anywhere., Cooking, DIY, NYC, Recipes, Recipes
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Tagged daniel boulud, elizabeth baker, gramercy tavern, locanda verde, park avenue autumn
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Between picking out the freakiest costume or which goblets to serve at your party, it is never too early to prepare for one of my favorite holidays: Halloween. Down at Chelsea Market {in the Meatpacking District}, they make it incredibly easy for you to shop early and get the best treats! My favorites? 1. Fat
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Tuesday, September 27, 2011
No one can resist a dense, buttery, not to mention a rich creamy cake. Whether it’s at a wedding, birthday, or any champagne cheers, I grew up celebrating life events on cake from the most fabulous baker in Nashville: Leland Riggan’s Dessert Designs. This bakery has been Nashville’s go-to bakery for at least 25 years (Leland made my Christening cake!) and catering to everyone
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
It’s time for some fall cookin’ y’all! A few “must-makes” on my list? Homemade Chilli, warm tomato soup…but after a weekend of watching college and NFL football, I opened my fridge to find bottles of beer left behind by my Romeo and friends. Obviously, I wanted to put a few to good use! Why not?
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
So, you’ve invited friends over for a few cocktails before heading out to dinner or the theatre? Now what? You want to greet your guests completely calm, a smile on your face, a drink at hand, and welcome them into your home sans stress. Here are my essentials this month that I cannot live without.
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
Here is your classic American, buttery and irresistible chocolate chip cookie with crisp caramelized edges, a rich chewy center, lots of chocolate, and fresh, crunchy pecans. Make-Ahead Chocolate Chip Cookies adapted from Alice Medrich’s Chewy Gooey Crispy Crunchy Melt in Your Mouth Cookbook Alice Medrich is the queen of desserts and her chocolate chip cookies
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Everyone wants to feel like a princess on their birthday. Why not? You get the spotlight once a year and you want to shine! Here are my tips to throw you or a friend a simple, yet fabulous, birthday party for a few girls before a nice dinner or night out on the town. -Pick
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
The Fall is filled with so many exciting things…shopping for the perfect fall coat, Fashion Week, and my personal favorite: FOOTBALL. Since the football lockout is long over, and the pre-season has just begun, I thought it was the perfect opportunity to throw a party for the Jet’s first game in Houston! Whether you are
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Tagged eataly, elizabeth baker, greg mcelroy, m&ms, new york jets, ny giants, patriots, whole foods market
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One of my favorite memories growing up was baking in the kitchen with my mom…from whipping up easy things like Rice Krispie Treats to torching a delicate Creme Brûlée…you name it, and it was created. There is one recipe, however, that stands out from all of the others…this amazingly rich Banana Bread which became our
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Tagged banana nut bread, elizabeth baker, m&j trimming, martha stewart baking handbook, nashville wraps, paper presentation, recipe
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