Continuing the beach theme -if you don't have a summer pass to the local private beach havens - here are a few public beaches tucked away that are worth the trip.
May 30, 2008
East Coast Beaches...
Continuing the beach theme -if you don't have a summer pass to the local private beach havens - here are a few public beaches tucked away that are worth the trip.
May 29, 2008
New Hotels on the block...
Travel & Leisure picks the Top 30 New Hotels in the World from the trees of Maldives to a Thai hideway, Capri, Mexico, Australia, Chile and back.
May 28, 2008
Home accessories...
Whiteport is an online home decor and gifts store that is themed in an all white palette. From city to beachy the style is clean and beautiful.May 27, 2008
May 26, 2008
Celeb jeans style...
Bootcut, wide-leg, skinny and all. Check out 17 pairs of denim to desire in Instyle's celeb gallery.
Find these Genetic Denim Recessive Bootcut for $220 on Ali Larter at revolveclothing.com.
May 23, 2008
Report Crime...
There is now a website - Post A Crime, to find, post, and stop crime. By uploading photos, or video content of burglary, theft, vandalism, or other criminal acts, members can search the database of crimes and offer tips and share information about specific crimes for which they have knowledge. Although it's not intended for violent crimes which should be directed to a law enforcement agency.
May 21, 2008
WILDBERRY OPENING FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WILDBERRY is bringing it's own unique twist to the yogurt craze of the nation. Opening its first location on May 23rd on Water Street in Warren, RI! The addictive tart and tangy yogurt (much like the Pinkberry fav of LA and New York City) comes with toppings like fresh fruits, berries, granola, nuts and candy. On opening day Wildberry is giving away free samples between the hours of 1:00-4:00pm to their facebook friends only! Their homemade, healthy, ZERO fat yogurt is the perfect snack and healthy enough for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located on 335 Water Street in Warren, next to Blount Clam Shack. Lookup Wildberry Treats on facebook to become a friend and find out updates for summer 2008 and pass on the news!
Congrats to my sister Michaela for all of her hard work to make Wildberry happen. XO
May 20, 2008
Mmm BBQ...
Barefoot Contessa's Barbequed Ribs Serves 4 to 6
1/2 c vegetable oil
1 1/2 c chopped yellow onion (2 medium onions)
1 T minced garlic (3 cloves)
1 c tomato paste
1 c cider vinegar
1 c honey
1/2 c Worcestershire sauce
1 c Dijon mustard
1/2 c soy sauce
1 c hoisin sauce
2 T chili powder
1 T ground cumin
1 1/2 t crushed red pepper flakes
2 racks St. Louis pork ribs (4 to 5 pounds)
For the marinade, heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over low heat. Add onions and garlic and sauté for 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not browned. Add the tomato paste, vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, chili powder, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Simmer uncovered over low heat for 30 minutes. Set aside half of the marinade for serving. (You don't want the sauce you use for dipping the cooked ribs to touch the raw meat.)
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the ribs on a baking sheet, slather both sides with marinade, and bake for 1 hour.
Place the ribs on a charcoal grill and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until one side is nicely browned. Turn the ribs and close the cover of the grill, making sure the vents are open enough to allow airflow, but not so much that there are flames around the meat. Grill the ribs for 10 more minutes, turning if necessary, until both sides are nicely browned. Place the ribs on a platter, brush with more marinade, and wrap tightly with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice between the ribs, and serve hot with the reserved sauce for dipping.
Artist Harrison Howard...
Pennsylvania native, Harrison Howard, devoted to mural work in private houses, hotels, and panels, uses watercolors, oils, acrylic and mixed media to create beautifully decorative themes -including architectural subjects, chinoiseries, and scenic's, often with bird, animal, sea or floral motifs.
May 19, 2008
Necklaces...
Anthropologie has a few colorful necklaces for accessorizing your summer wardrobe.Corylla Turquoise Beads $98
Fiery Coral and Turquoise Necklace $44
Knick Knack Necklace $178
Lemondrops Necklace $38
May 16, 2008
Classic DVD Box Set...
A few months back the New York Times mentioned critically acclaimed film maker and pioneer of 'French New Wave', Jean-Luc Godard, and recent box set release of his films from 1982-1993. He always brings an abstract quality to his films, exploring painting and music, and draws paralles between politics, economics and modern life.
May 15, 2008
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May 13, 2008
Reading corner at the beach...
A few book recommendations in preparation for summer reading... The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
East of Eden, by John Steinbeck
Eat Pray Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert
Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens
I Know This Much is True, by Wally Lamb
Reading Lolita in Tehran, by Azar Nafisi
Shantaram, by Gregory David Roberts
Still Life with Woodpecker, by Tom Robbins
The Art of Democracy, by Jim Cullen
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, by Mark Haddon
The Eight, by Katherine Neville
The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Tipping Point, by Malcolm Gladwell
Three Cups of Tea, by Greg Mortenson
If it's still hard to decide and you need more details on the next novel - go to Wiki Summaries for online book summaries.
May 12, 2008
House tour...
Actress Amanda Peet mixed vintage textiles, ethnic antiques, moroccan themes and Gustavian pieces for she and husband's spanish-style bungalow in the hollywood hills. See the gallery online at Domino Magazine.
Not your average picnic basket...
The Fickle Pickle in England has a collection of thermocool picnic baskets for wine and food that are insulated to keep things crisp for your next day trip.
Abstract art...
Sikkema Jenkins & Co. gallery has a collection of modern abstract paintings by Amy Sillman that I love!
Lights on...
Voted former lighting designer of the year, Christopher Spitzmiller lamp collection is inspired by classical form and traditional glazing techniques and are my favorite lighting accessory around..
Lunar Moth...
This past weekend I saw for the first time, a Lunar Moth, which comes from a type of giant silk moth. They have long, sweeping lower wing-tails. The normal wing span for Lunar Moths is from 3 to nearly 8 inches across. This nocturnal insect is also found in deciduous hardwood forests in North America, from Canada to Northern Mexico. You can find them in almost any area that has deciduous trees if you hang out near bright lights at the night where they like to buzz around. The Lunar moth starts life as a tiny egg then hatches into a plump lime-green caterpillar with tiny orange spots along the sides. At first the slow-moving Luna caterpillar eats leaves from the following trees: white birch, alder, persimmon, sweet gum, hickory, walnut, and sumac trees. After eating and growing to a substantial size, the caterpillar builds a brown, tent-like cocoon, and will eventually emerge as a fully-grown adult. Finally as a mature adult the Lunar Moth doesn't ever eat, instead it searches only for a mate so that it can breed and then it dies, which ranges from the span of 24 hours to 7 days.May 9, 2008
Rainy Day Movie...
Go see Forgetting Sarah Marshall, it's Nicholas Stoller's 'romantic disaster comedy' - which is just a fantastic genre in it's own right. It was produced by the same team that did 40-year old Virgin and Knocked Up. When Jason Segal (Peter) gets suddenly dumped by his longtime television star girlfriend, he gets depressed and desperate to win Sarah back. To escape his sadness and the reminders, he heads off to Hawaii for a much-needed vacation, but discovers that Sarah and her new beau are staying at the same resort. Segel, who gets fully naked several times in the film, wrote the screenplay and is a loveable leading man. Reviews say this comedy is an outrageously funny yet touchingly sweet movie. Ditto.On the movie's interactive website, get tips for how to get over being dumped, make your own tabloid and more. TGIF! And to the left - answer my poll!
Charity Water...
Charity:Water is a non-profit initiative bringing clean water and basic sanitation into impoverished communities. Founded in August 2006, the group has funded the construction of more than 250 wells that, when completed, will provide clean drinking water to 150,000 people. Donate $20 now and you can give a person in Africa, clean and safe drinking water for 20 years.
May 8, 2008
Preppy Boy...
Gearing up for summer!Brickman's of Martha's Vineyards is stocked with Nantucket Reds, summer belts and a knick knack or two. For shirts and ties, polos and tees you can't go wrong at Vineyard Vines. Formal wear and fun Lily Pulitzer and Polo. Backwoods outdoor wear visit Orvis, and for the beach bum - bermudas and swim trunks at J.Crew.
May 7, 2008
Toast to Mom...
Cherish Mom on Mother’s Day (if she happens to be web savvy) and send an e-card from ToastToMom.com. Express your gratitude before May 31 and Clos du Bois Wines will match your act of kindness by donating $1 to WomenHeart, the nation’s only advocacy group supporting 8 million American women living with heart disease.May 6, 2008
May 5, 2008
Blondies...
Blondie Brownies 1/3 C (2/3 stick) margarine
1 C packed brown sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 t vanilla extract
1 C flour
1/2 t baking powder
1/8 t baking soda
1/2 t salt
1/2 C chopped nuts
Preheat oven to 350° F. In bowl, combine margarine and brown sugar and mix well. Add egg and vanilla and mix well.Into another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to margarine mixture. Add chopped nuts. Pour into 9-inch square baking pan and bake in preheated oven 30 to 40 minutes. Makes 16 brownies. Note: Recipe may be doubled. Put in a 13-by-9-inch pan and bake 30 minutes.
May 2, 2008
Riva...
Get ready to cruise the ocean peacefully in an antique classic wooden boat. Here are a few on the market at Classic Boat. My favorite model is the Riva.Sea Cloth...
Seacloth is a favorite among Greenwich, CT decorators and gift buyers. It's easy to see why...it's retail location has a beautiful display of their unique home furnishings with their signature textiles and you can also buy accessories online.
May 1, 2008
More Green Moms...
The Green movement is making incredible strides all over the globe. One notable newcomer is Chrstine Gardner (my friend Monica's cousin). What began as a research project for her 8 year old daughter’s school, has developed into a research and blog website, specifically aimed at mother’s who want to “green” their lives. More Green Moms launched last week. Relevant to all, it provides literature, best practices, and other helpful resources. Christine says eloquently:"The story is relevant to all people, whether you are a parent or a pet owner, a Californian or a New Yorker, a male or a female, a conservationist or a voracious consumer, because as Americans, we are linked by a common vulnerability to lax protective measures and loose safety standards that are proving to place us all in harm’s way. It’s so very hard to figure out where the hazards lie and how we can better safeguard ourselves against them. If nothing else, my hope is that this work might catalyze a broader quest for a national demand to protect our people and our natural resources from irreparable damage. Clearly, with the rising rates of obesity, infertility, autism, cancer and a myriad of other ills, we are already paying dearly for our reckless living. But what I find most tragic is that so many of us are skipping along a bright path of ignorance. My sunny journey ended only last summer when I began to truly understand what was at stake in the battle for the American wallet."
A wonderful and compassionate mission statement that will hopefully help to spread awareness and further each of our communities' positive environmental efforts. I admire her initiative!
Also, you can go to TIME magazine's weekly column on the environment.
Tri for fun...
Ready to Try? I did a few spring triathlon's a years ago in the San Francisco area. My favorites were Tri for Fun , and the Tiburon Triathlon which you could relay as well. Also, Self Magazine has a list of Sprint Triathlon's around the US this summer and fall. These women-only, sprint-distance races—1/2 mile swim, 12-mile bike ride, 3.1 mile run—are a great place to start getting fit and have fun.Mother's Day...
10 days away! If you have to find something online and allow for shipping time, the clock is ticking. Here are a few ideas:Limited space but not taste...
Apartment Therapy does an annual online contest where readers submit photos of their small spaces. All apartments were to be no more than 850 sq. ft. in total, the gallery is a great way to get ideas on how to utilize every inch and get creative with your home.
A slice of Cabo...
A few years back I stayed at this reasonably priced, low key hotel in Mexico called the Cabo Surf Hotel in San Jose del Cabo. With a beautiful beach and the famous Zipper's surf break, it was nothing short of spectacular! Get the junior suite beachside for 4 people at $370 a night. Set up snorkeling, surf lessons, whale watching, and skip around the corner to the Palmilla which has an amazing golf course.
It's camping season...
For tents, cooking stoves, flashlights, sleeping pads & bags and all the gear - go to Back Country online.
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