YUM YUM cupcake kits

I have a huge sweet tooth. It is sort of my downfall actually. Behold these amazing cupcake decoration kits from the Layer Cake Shop. My personal favorite is the woodland kit, but I think this Hula kit is perfect for your upcoming summer shindig! Just looking at these little kits is making want to bake [...]


CAPPUCCINO SORBET without an ice cream machine

The season is upon us for days at the beach and outdoor meals. Of course al fresco dinning isn’t complete without a great dessert. This sorbet is perfect for those warm evenings when you really want something to cool you off. This does take a few hours to make so I recommend making it first [...]


GOODBYE ICED COFFEE hello iced tea

I’m not a big fan of warm drinks, even in the winter. In the summer I drink way too much iced tea, and in the winter iced coffee is my daily staple. Even though we are only half way through February I’m pretty much sick of iced coffee already. I’ve had my eye on this [...]


Kors d'Oeuvres and the world's best onion dip

Right before the Christmas we discovered the Greenpoint Food Market, which  is held right down the street from our apartment. I don’t think we were fully prepared for what awaited us inside. There were so many awesome people selling everything from vegan sandwiches to locally made pickles. My absolute favorite was a little company called [...]


ALREADY NIBBLED gingerbread men

I pretty much love everything Fred makes. These ABC Gingerbread Men Cookie Cutters are no exception. They come in three different “already been chewed” shapes. I think these would be a great addition to any holiday party. Maybe bake some for your child’s school, or those snobby neighbors who never seem to have a sense [...]


GIVE THE GIFT OF WINE and humor

We’ve all done it. The last minute trip to the wine store so that we don’t show up empty handed at that last minute holiday party. Well keep on doing it, but this year shake things up a little with a wine tag from Popptags. These letterpressed  gift tags are sure to put a smile [...]


THE BEST LUNCH EVER with jordan pond popovers

Since I’m still reliving my Maine vacation I have to share with you the best lunch of my life. Truly. The restaurant at Jordan pond, in Acadia National Park, is not only serene and picturesque, but the food is amazing! The waitstaff were the nicest people ever, college students from all over the country, and the popovers [...]