A Little Bit Of Summer

The past two weeks have been an absolute blur! I'm actually shocked I know what day it is! If you didn't already see on my social media, we've been on the go. We conqured Universal Studios, shot a beautiful wedding on the beach, drove all the way down to The Keys, and put over 1000 miles on our rental car.  Then came home to shoot back to back weddings and a at least one shoot every day this week. Exhausted? Beyond.  

Needless to say July has been crazy! With it soon coming to a close I thought it would be a great time to share my Zucchini Bread Recipe!  There are two things that must happen at the very least once every Summer. Chopping up a deicious watermelon and making Zuccini Bread. Obviously life gets busy (especially for me this time of year) so it was such a nice change of pace to just chill out, drink a glass of wine, jam out to Britney Spears Pandora (no shame!) and get my bake on. Make this the next time someone hands you a giant zucchini from their garden, because tis' the season.

Zucchini Bread

  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vanilla  
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/4 vegetable oil
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 2 zucchini grated, or half of a giant one
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (optional) 

Preheat oven to 325 degrees, grease two loaf pans (8x4), in a bowl mix oil, vanilla, eggs, sugar, and slowly add the flour mixture into the egg mixture, once mixed add zucchini and chips. Bake for an hour. Then enjoy!

Have a wonderful Tuesday!
xoxo

Travel Chic

Happy Monday All!

This is a super popular time of year to travel so I thought it would be a great time to share my anatomy of the perfect travel outfit. Whether you are beach bound, Europe bound, or are headed for a quick weekend get away it is very important to be comfortable. But, I think so is looking put together.

First, a comfortable top. By calling this Barefoot Dreams poncho "comfortable" it would be an insult because it is so much more than that. One of the softest things I've ever owned. It's easy to take off too which makes it great for travel. Next, these high waist "jeggings" have basically changed my life. They are also so soft! I could live in them. When it comes to shoes I always try to take a pair that will go with everything and then wear them to my destination. They take up much more space than flip flops in the suitcase. I feel naked if I don't have a watch while traveling so my Michele is perfect for dressing up or down. Finally grab a hat (because packing it may bend it), your sunnies, favorite weekender/carry on, and a good book!

Fast Packing Tips:

Roll your clothes instead of folding. You'll fit way more and they don't wrinkle as easy.

When choosing clothes, stay within the same color palette so that everything goes together.

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Have a chic week!

xoxo

 

Pimm and Proper

You guys ready to get fancy on this fine Friday?

Today's Martini Moment is not a martini at all. It's been a while since I've done an unexpected pairing and the last one was a big hit. Without any adue I give you Pimm's Cup and Lamb Skewers. Each compliments the other. This cocktail is the perfect summer drink! Here is how to make it:
  • 1 1/2 oz Pimms
  • 1/4 Gin
  • 1/4 cucumber, muddled
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 4 oz Ginger Ale
  • 2 mint leaves

Directions:
Add lemon juice, mint, and cucumber to glass and muddle (like crazy). Add ice and the remaining ingredients, the add Ginger Ale last. Using a vegetable peeler, peel a cucumber length-wise. Using a pick, thread a cucumber, curling it as you go. Garnish with cucumber and rosebud. Whaaaat? Best garnish ever? Yes.

Next just throw some lamb and red onion on a skewer, sprinkled with Rosemary and Garlic. This is a perfect combination for a dinner party or just dinner!

Have an absolutely perfect weekend!

xoxo