Tired of spending way too much money on a recovery smoothie post workout? Well, I’m not sure how it is in your cities, but in NYC the place I love to get smoothies is a whopping $12…and to maintain the lifestyle I like that’s just not going to cut it with my piggy bank. So
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Known for its upbeat colors, unique patterns and Finnish fabrics, Marimekko is one lifestyle brand not to miss. But, what is Marimekko? Oh darling…The name Marimekko is a play on words, yet completely descriptive. Mari is an anagram of the founder’s first name, Armi Ratia, while mekko means dress in Finnish. And it was indeed
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Since it’s not quite picnic weather in NYC, I decided to bring my potential Central Park dinner idea into the walls of Casa Blanca this past weekend. Oh, yes. The place was filled with Nashville friends I’ve known since I was two years old, high school, college to friends I’ve recently met in between! And
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Wednesday, March 26, 2014
I’m always on the search for the perfect cocktail nibble while entertaining. One that isn’t too salty or too sweet, but still keeps my guests craving for more sips of deadly poison. Who doesn’t want to have a fun time at Casa Blanca? Hola. roasted rosemary cashews And although truffle salted popcorn is always my
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Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Although I absolutely love eating all things healthy via Angela’s Kitchen, Dirt Candy and Candle 79, especially to get all “clean” before the big VDAY, there’s a new spot I’ve been frequently seen at since its recent opening just a few months ago. And honestly, I can’t believe I am just now posting about my
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Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Although I shot these photos at my parent’s around Thanksgiving as “the perfect poison to bring for any holiday party” type of feature, the advice can actually be used in everyday life, not just in soirée season. From girls slumbers and award season dinner parties to my personal favorite of anything Valentine’s, every wine listed
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Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Looking for an out of the box evening with your bestie, coworkers, or my personal favorite…significant other? Check out the Sushi by Simon private or group classes! Hola. Let the rollin’ begin y’all… Led by Chef Simon Feil, these classes can cater to private seshes all the way to corporate groups of as many as
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Friday, December 20, 2013
nyc tribe getting all festive in holiday gear at this fabulous flat Holiday parties are all about celebrating, dressing up to catch up, and my personal favorite: jingling + mingling. Hola! So when my boss decided it would be totally fun to combine our friends and throw a party at his listing overlooking Gramercy Park,
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At the end of the day, there’s nothing better to satisfy any craving than a good ‘ole slice of caramel cake. Hola! But contrary to what one may believe, many people outside of the south have either never heard had a piece of an actual piece of Southern caramel cake or even heard it. Which
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Thursday, December 5, 2013
One of my favorite batches to brew up on any day is beer bread. No question! It’s incredibly easy and not to mention simple with just using actual beer in the process. Remember “Boyfriend’s Beer Bread“? Hola! But if you’re wanting to send beer bread to a loved one across the country, it’s probably not
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Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Since this week is all about Southern holiday gift ideas, there is no way I would even think about leaving off a true Nashville favorite: Loveless Cafe. If you’ve ever done research on Nashville before a trip down there, visited Music City in the past, or just asked friends who knew a bit about the
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Monday, November 25, 2013
Out of all the things I’m thankful for, which I could honestly write a month of posts about, I’m so blessed and lucky to have such a close group of friends in this whirlwind of a city. Between friends I’ve known since I was two years old to new friends I met just a few
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