March 2012
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Happy Hour Quickie: Low Calorie Cocktails
My go-to drink is the “skinny bitch” which is Diet Coke and Rum (sometimes Vodka) but thought I would share some recipes (for those watching their figure) with a low calorie vodka called Voli Light Vodka.
These recipes were actually inspired by the Oscars but thought I would share them today since we all know that Thursdays are actually Thirsty Thursdays. Besides, you can sip anytime...
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Cookbook Confessions: Olive Oil Lemon Curd Pound...
I may have a sweet tooth but I’ve been noticing lately that I tend to order savory desserts and with that said, when I received this recipe (see below) from Anna Zoitas of The Artisanal Kitchen and had to try it. They were even kind enough to send along the olive oil as well. So I bought the rest of the ingredients and got started on the zesty, sweet yet savory...
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February 2012
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Giveaway: Hampton Sun Serious Shimmer Cooling...
(wearing Bronze)
I had the chance to check out Hampton Sun Serious Shimmer Cooling Spray and let me tell ya, the cooling mist was much needed after hanging out in the sun. The best part is the subtle refreshing scent had a sheer shimmer that made your skin truly glow. It boasts a cocktail of soothing and hydrating ingredients including aloe vera, chamomile and vitamins A through E. They...
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Sweet Tooth: Coolhaus
As a kid, I remember running like crazy to catch up with the ice cream truck. Very similar to how Eddie Murphy describes it in Delirious, but this time I was able to fulfill my sweet tooth with ease at the Coolhaus truck. All you have to do is pick the cookie and the ice cream to make your own ice cream sandwich.
In this case, I ordered the potato chip & skor bar cookie with the louis...
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Foodie Quickie: Street Meat
Well it’s true what they say, sometimes you find some great food just walking through a market, in a cart or in a food truck. Andrew Zimmern and Anthony Bourdain have even said it several times and found some amazing food. With that being said, there are very limited options in Cancun and found a gem called Koot’s Bak Waak food cart.
My husband and I decided to go classic and...
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Beauty Quickie: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60
Although my trip started off as cloudy, the sun was still out and about and no joke after 5 minutes you will start to feel the burn. That’s why I had to get a strong SPF not only for the body but one specifically designed for my face. So then I decided to try La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 60. A few quick shakes and a light weight cream (comes out really watery) that had a matte finish....
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My Day with Bloggers
I’m back! I was away on vacation at Cancun last week before the school of “MTV Spring Break” circa 95 came along. So now playing catch up, I wanted to share some photos (some from the fabulous Mollie) when I was at the IFB Conference.
Made some new friends at IFB Conference and one of them being Mollie who is rocking this awesome turban. Then I had the pleasure of...
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Foodie Quickie: Lunch at Pulino's Bar & Pizzeria
I’ve been to Pulino’s before for brunch (totally recommend it) and decided to go back for lunch. The pizza is really delicious but mostly went to try their nutella pizza. Yes, nutella, figs, extra virgin olive oil and sea salt. It was sweet, savory and was basically a party in my mouth.
Bianca Tradizionale: mozzarella, pecorino, black pepper + pork strutto
Nutella...
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Sweet Tooth: Amorino Gelato Al Naturale
I literally yelped in public (got the stink eye from a couple strangers) when I walking on University Place and spotted Amorino. The first time I ever had it was when I went on my honeymoon in Nice, France. I just remember strolling through the city and enjoying this rich delectable gelato. It’s as close to Italy as you can get in New York and trust -I’ve had my fair share in...
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Fashion Quickie: My Basics
blazer from Urban Outfitters, bandeau and tank top from American Apparel, necklace from Nasty Gal, Steve Madden flats and Citizens of Humanity jeans.
I am by no means a stylist, but my first job was in retail and learned real quick how to rotate key items to throw together an outfit. The essentials, that I have in various colors, for me is a dressy tank top, bandeau and of course a blazer. In...