The Beautiful Counter

The Utter Importance of the Sketch

Blueberry Basil Goat Cheese Pie

Yes. Blueberry + Basil + Goat Cheese + Pie.  Apparently Guy Fieri found this at 3 Sisters Cafe outside of Indianapolis, and I'm dying to try it.  Some other foodie out there couldn't find the recipe and brilliantly made up their own version.  Let's just say it's on the roster! 

Omage to Women's Croquet

Bring on the Summer!

This photo made me dream of summer and all it's loveliness! 

A Fanciful Exhibition of Lingerie

The "I am going to the hammock now" hat

Hair pieces now have appeal

 

Forever 21 is back in action...

Pearl My Onions

I'm actually quite excited to try this recipe listed after a lovely interview with Ms. Obama featuring the "Let's Move" campaign. 

White House Pearl Onions

Source: Interview with Michelle Obama

Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
18 fresh or frozen pearl onions
2 Tablespoons sugar
2 cloves garlic
Leaves from 4 sprigs thyme
1 cup water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Sauté the onions in butter, sugar, garlic, and thyme.

2. As the onions become brown, deglaze with about 1/4 cup of water at a time. Repeat until onions are golden and tender.

Bridal Party Wonders

The wonder of choosing a bridal party wonder that isn't so tragic...