Since I love awards shows and fashion, last night was the Super Bowl of gown season, I thought I’d weigh in on who wore what best. Because I do care who you’re wearing and I don’t want to hear you answer another inane question instead of hear about your dress. K? Thanks. Best Dressed! First…
Month: February 2016
Berry Good Morning
Consider breakfast this weekend taken care of with this seemingly giant, blueberry muffin. Mmmmmm…. Can you almost smell the warm berries? Blueberry (and Yogurt) Coffee Cake Ingredients Serves 8ish Adapted from JuliasAlbum.com 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened 2/3…
Bull City is Not BS
Last night via an exceptional Hotwire find on a dreadfully rainy Monday night, I was able to test drive the new 21c Museum hotel in Durham. Architectural Digest called it one of the best new hotels in the world this year. And let me just say, holy shit; this place is great. This was a true…
Dessert Verdict: Not Guilty!
Deep into my health kick, I’ve found the most wonderfully simple dessert recipe… Finally, a dessert with the caloric verdict: Not Guilty! This seriously takes five minutes to make and seems and tastes super impressive. Berry Frozen Yogurt 4 c. frozen berries (I have tried all strawberries, but mixed berries offer a richer taste) 5…
Put this on Your Weekend To-Do List
One of my most adorable sorority sisters has had the gorgeous blog (and now her career), Because I’m Addicted for years. This week she shares the harrowing experience that she and her husband of less than a year just endured. If you even spend two minutes poking around her site, I’m sure you’ll be just…
How to Un-Ice a Cake – The Mounds Bar Cake Recipe
My friend is having a champagne and chocolate party tonight where everyone is supposed to bring the two name ingredients to share. Right up my alley! I figured I’d make my famous Mounds Bar Cake. It is ridiculously easy to make, but looks tres fancy. Perfect for a girls’ night. Last round, I made the…