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Garden Party Cocktail

August 1, 2014

I was visiting CVR, when one of our favorite bartenders – Carlos, suggested I whip up this little number for the blog… enjoy!

Garden Party Cocktail

6 Sprigs Basil
1/2 Lime Juice
2 1/2 oz Gin
1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur

Muddle basil for 30 seconds (don’t be afraid to put in some elbow grease!)
Add lime juice and muddle a little more.
Add ice, gin and liqueur to shaker and shake until outside of shaker is frosty.
Double strain with a fine mesh sieve into a glass and enjoy!

Note: As many of my cocktails go… this is meant to be served up (in a martini glass), but for an extra refreshing spin, serve on the rocks and top (generously) with club soda (as pictured).

Domestic

Having J out of town the last two weekends I was excited to spend some quality time with my favorite sisters… here are some of the highlights from our adventure filled weekends (and by adventure I mean brunching and shopping).

Sister #1 (who is actually Sister#2… technically I’m #1)

Sister #2 (who technically is #3)

SF Adventures

Pirozhkis and pastries at Cinderella Bakery (the best Russian bakery EVER)

Almond milk lattes and artisan toast at The Mill

Farmer’s market blooms when trekking through the city

We waited in line for an hour and half to try those bad boys at Swan Oyster Depot #worthit

Pretty architecture

Cocktails at Dosa

Dinner at State Bird Provisions (top 3 dinners of my life)

Rosebud tea in linen sheets

Breakfast burritos and hot cocoa at Velo Rouge Cafe

Bloody Marys at Daily Grill before a day of shopping

Palo Alto Adventures

Appetizers and cocktails at Reposado

Goregous blooms at the Stanford Shopping Center

Sauvignon blanc and Sprinkles coconut cupcakes

Looks

Truffle

July 30, 2014

I first found out about Truffle from one of my PopSugar Must Have boxes and loved the concept. A transparent pouch that you could use as a clutch or to help organize your purse? I’m in.

I have an original Large Clarity Pouch and love to bring it to the beach to keep my phone, wallet, keys, and Chapstick sand-free. It’s great for transferring all of my staple purse items to and from my different handbags (I’m a chronic bag switcher and it helps me to make sure I’m never without a hair tie, nail file, lip balm…). While it’s perfect for carry-on bags, beach bags or any of my XL purses, my only complaint is it is on the larger size for use in my everyday bags.

When I saw they came out with a new line of goodies – the Clarity Clutches, I knew I needed to get my hand on them. I love the sleek look and fun pastel colors, and was excited to get my hand on a smaller size to use for some of my smaller purses.

The luxe leather paired with the gold plated hardware makes this the perfect gift to yourself or for the fashionista/organization fanatic/traveler in your life. Check out here for all of their available designs! They are also running a deal where if you spend $100, you get 10% off with the code Truffle10 – take advantage while you can!

This is not a sponsored post… I just really love this product and wanted to share it with you all!

ALSO: Make sure to enter here for a chance to win $100 to Minted!! The contest ends this evening!!! xo

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Casual Dining

July 29, 2014

I used to give my mom a hard time about liking an article of clothing, then buying it in every color. So needless to say, I was a little shocked (when cleaning out my closet), to see that the apple hasn’t fallen far from the tree. Halogen pencil skirts – I own 8, J.Crew Minnie Pants – I own 5, and now these drapey pants – I own 6. Ugh.

While I’ve shared my love for them here and here, I have realized I am finally at a point in my fashion evolution where I want to be comfortable. Now don’t get carried away, you won’t find me around town in sneakers and a hoodie anytime soon (unless its Lulu), but I am learning that you can be fashionable and comfortable too…

J.Crew Jacket, J.Crew Tank, J.Crew Pants, J.Crew Heels (seeing a pattern here yet…?)

What articles of clothing have you indulged in numerous times?

Tasty

Zucchini Patty Pita

July 28, 2014

As I wrote the title of this post I realized that while it may be catchy, it may not be the most appetizing option. But if you make this dish, I promise you, it will more than make up for it…

Zucchini Patty Pita

Patty:

1 zucchini, grated
1 15.5 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 small red onion, grated
1 egg, lightly whisked
1/4 cup EVOO
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Fillings:

Whole wheat pitas
Tzatziki or Greek yogurt
Hummus
Chopped heirloom tomatoes
Cucumber slices
Lettuce leaves
Mint leaves
anything else you can think of!

Mash chickpeas in a medium sized mixing bowl until smooth.
Stir in zucchini, red onion, breadcrumbs, egg and salt.
Form mixture into patties (the sized of a hamburger patty)
Saute patties in olive oil until golden and crispy (about 3 minutes a side)
Serve patties in pitas filled/topped with whatever your heart desires (I love lemon hummus, cucumber slices, chopped tomato, torn mint and a dollop of tzatziki -yum!)

My favorite thing about this dish (aside from the taste) is how easy it is! It’s turned into my go-to meal option for those nights where I just don’t feel like cooking (and don’t feel like figuring out takeout options).

This fun spin on the Falafel helps to get your veggie intake in and use up your farmer’s market produce! The perfect option for your next Meatless Monday!

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