Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Something's Gotta Give - Beach House

I watched the movie "Something's gotta give" again this weekend.  I have to say that I am absolutely in love with the beach house from the movie designed by James Radin.  The house is elegant, timeless, and fresh, it is my ultimate dream to have a beach home like it.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Hairpin Legs

Lately I have been obsessed with hairpin legs furniture, here are some chic and inexpensive options from CB2.  I especially like the bobby dining table, I think it would be really fun as an office desk.

Friday, March 19, 2010

Easter Bunny

Super cute chocolate bunny from Vosges, they also have bacon + chocolate.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Favorite Room Accent of the Month

Favorite Room Accent of the Month:
1. Madeline Weinrib Steel Brook Rug.
2. Post Industrial Globe.
3. Chalkboard Hook.
4. Bresson Rocker.
5. Flatiron Dining Table.
6. Tripod Lamp.

Monday, March 15, 2010

outfit of the day

Outfit of the day:
1. Theory "Orient Chambray Nikala" Button-Down Cotton-Linen Top.
2. Nom De Plume Yaya Puff Skirt.
3. Diane von Furstenberg Thea Evening Bag.
4. Elizabeth and James Swoon Woven Wedge Booties.
5. Chloe Belladone Sunglasses.
6. Rachel Leigh Exposition Bracelet. 

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Diamond in the rough

I adore this ring by Sruli Recht, the ring comes with three uncut rough diamonds.  I think it is completely beautiful and unique, and it is truly a diamond in the rough.

This is hands down by far the best Beef Bourguignon recipe I have ever tried.  I was amazed on how simple it is compared to the other Beef Bourguignon recipes.  

Beef Bourguignon
Serves 6

Ingredients


  • 1 tablespoon good olive oil
  • 8 ounces dry cured center cut applewood smoked bacon, diced
  • 2 1/2 pounds chuck beef cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound carrots, sliced diagonally into 1-inch chunks
  • 2 yellow onions, sliced
  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (2 cloves)
  • 1/2 cup Cognac
  • 1 (750 ml.) bottle good dry red wine such as Cote du Rhone or Pinot Noir
  • 1 can (2 cups) beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature, divided
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound frozen whole onions
  • 1 pound fresh mushrooms stems discarded, caps thickly sliced

For serving:


  • Country bread or Sour Dough, toasted or grilled and rubbed with garlic clove
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, optional

Direction

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven. Add the bacon and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is lightly browned. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon to a large plate.
Dry the beef cubes with paper towels and then sprinkle them with salt and pepper. In batches in single layers, sear the beef in the hot oil for 3 to 5 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Remove the seared cubes to the plate with the bacon and continue searing until all the beef is browned. Set aside.
Toss the carrots, and onions, 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 teaspoons of pepper in the fat in the pan and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly browned. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the Cognac, stand back, and ignite with a match to burn off the alcohol. Put the meat and bacon back into the pot with the juices. Add the bottle of wine plus enough beef broth to almost cover the meat. Add the tomato paste and thyme. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and place it in the oven for about 1 1/4 hours or until the meat and vegetables are very tender when pierced with a fork.
Combine 2 tablespoons of butter and the flour with a fork and stir into the stew. Add the frozen onions. Saute the mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter for 10 minutes until lightly browned and then add to the stew. Bring the stew to a boil on top of the stove, then lower the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Season to taste.
To serve, toast the bread in the toaster or oven. Rub each slice on 1 side with a cut clove of garlic. For each serving, spoon the stew over a slice of bread and sprinkle with parsley.

Via. Ina Garten & foodnetwork

Tuesday, March 9, 2010


I am loving Maggie Gyllenhaal's makeup at both Oscar and the Golden Globes this year.  Keeping the eyes neutral and contrast with the bold lips will make you look fresh and fun during spring and summer.

Sunday, March 7, 2010

Oscar 2010

My Favorite from this year's Oscar red carpet.  They are also representations of my favorite trend from this year so far (grays, blues, nudes, and architectural.)

 
  
  
  
 

Thursday, March 4, 2010

This is...


I have always loved Miroslav Sasek's This is series of children's books.  The books he wrote painted a delightful and evocative picture of some of the world's great cities (and countries!).  I think this will be my next book collection, I am getting "This is the way to the Moon" for my rocket scientist husband.

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Fashion Obession: Camilla Skovgaard

Love the shoes designed by Camilla Skovgaard, they are sexy, edgy with the down town cool.  Below are some of my favorite.

Via. shopbop.com & shopstyle.com

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

My Mouse Path


This is Anatoly Zenkov's mouse pointer track after 3 hours of working in Photoshop.  The lines are movement, and the dots are periods of inactivity.  I find this beautiful and intriguing, you can find more information by clicking this link.

It makes a busy day into something beautiful.