What’s In The Cauldron?

Hello, Friends!

Happy October!

It’s absolutely no secret how much I looooove soup! I make it all year however, when Fall hits I’m constantly stirring something up. For the month of October, I’m going to share what I have in my cauldron and share a delicious soup recipe with you. Have you ever heard of Italian Penicillin Soup? You don’t have to be under the weather to enjoy it but, if you happen to be, what’s better than soup? This recipe is very old and has been passed down throughout generations. It will feed your body but also your soul. Also, the aromas of this recipe will fill your kitchen with magic.

Italian Penicillin Soup

1. Heat oil in your soup pot and add in the holy trinity of soups. Onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the onions are translucent. Around five minutes or so. Then, stir in the garlic but do not let it brown.

2. Add in your broth and chicken. Add in your spices and bring to a boil. Then, bring it to a simmer. Then, just enjoy the smells, let the chicken cook, maybe open some bubbly, and wait an hour. Give it a stir every now and then.

3. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Add a little flakey salt to the soup and toss the chicken back in.

4. Bring the soup back to a boil and add your pasta. I used ditalini because I love it for a soup. Cook until al dente. One great thing is that the pasta will thicken the soup some.

5. Finish with freshly grated Parmesan and maybe add some crunchy bread.

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you have a fabulously spooky and flavorful October!

Fall Fashion 2025

Hello, beauties!

It’s time for my yearly (a little late) Fall Fashion Post. Let me preface this by saying, as I always do, if you don’t like a trend…do not wear it! You have to always feel like you. So, if it doesn’t speak to you just skip it. Having said that, let’s get into my favorite fall trends this season…

1. Burgandy Shoes

Burgandy is always a popular color for the cooler months. This season, it’s about burgundy is all about the feet. Personally, I love navy and this deep color together.

2. A Cape

Yes, I’ve had this on my list many times before but anytime its “in”, I’ll put it here. For me, a cape is always in. But, anyway, it’s such an easy way to extremely elevate an outfit as a third piece. It’s giving Vampire Queen, no?

3. A Stament Belted Blazer

Blazers are always no fail but, add a statement belt, and it adds so much style to a simple blazer vibe. It’s an easy look to put together if you happen to be in a hurry. Also, look for my upcoming post about how to style this look different ways.

4. Wearable Wallpaper

You may have seen me in both of these pieces before, but never together. This season don’t be afraid to make a bold move in a head-to-toe look. Don’t be afraid of bold prints but, if you’re needing something more toned down you could also opt for a print like polka dots.

5. Leopard (duh)

1. Leopard has been “in” for a long time now and isn’t going anywhere. For me? Never. I may just request to be buried in leopard print. This one is of more of an example of a cool fall look that screams cool girl goes on a lunch date. It mixes casual and highbrow while still maintaining style. Chilly? Add a chic sweater.

6. Monochrome

No matter what color that you choose, a head to toe look in one color is so powerful. I went for deep green because of course I did. Green is my favorite!

7. Soft Pink

I’m a typical Gemini, just as comfortable in all black or the soft pink that seems to be just everywhere at the moment. If you don’t already add a pale pink pant to your wardrobe. It’s a very versatile piece.

That’s all for me on this Monday! Thank you for letting me share my love of fashion with you and for stopping by.

May your coffee be strong, and your makeup be perfect today!

Let’s Have a Pique-nique

Bonjour, amis!

If you know me even a smidge then you know I love French culture. One thing the french excel at is a picnic…or in french a pique-nique. They better, they invented it. So where did it come from? It originated in the 17th century as a social gathering where each one invited would bring something to share. It started with the upper class but, eventually all were invited to be involved. But today, in France a pique-nique is still a popular thing to do.

So let’s throw one together. The main thing is to keep it simple but beautiful. Another thing the french do well. I can honestly say that so much of this was already in my fridge but it’s always good to prepare.

Let’s build a perfect french picnic.

• Crudités (veggies)-

  I used mini cucumber and cherry tomatoes (I know, I know that’s a fruit)..I also drizzled balsamic glaze to punch them up a notch. Typically, I always have these two things in my fridge. A frequent meal of mine is a tuna steak and these two things are the base.

• Fruit-

  Blueberries and strawberries (two things I always have on hand because my kids eat them constantly)

• BREAD!

  Any french picnic worth its salt needs some delicious bread. I used baguette which I also made my sandwich with. Also, I added water crackers for another vehicle option.

• Meat-

  I went with salami and capocollo

• Cheese-

  One thing I did seek out? These adorable baby Brie wheels. Omg you guys. They’re so cute. Also just enough. No one wants to buy a huge wheel if you’re not going to use it all.

• Fruit spread

  Apricot and red raspberry are what I chose.

• A sandwich (duh.)

  I went with a very traditional french sandwich. Simple. Raspberry spread, prosciutto, and Brie. That’s it.

• Bubbles!

  Or whatever you like to drink but I feel like some champagne or fizzy rosé is the ticket in this situation.

  The best part about having yourself a french picnic is it doesn’t have to be hard. You can use half of what I did. Or double it. And nothing has to be the same as what I used. It’s just a good blueprint.

“Give me books, French wine, fruit, fine weather and a little music played out of doors by somebody I do not know.” – John Keats