New York · Northeast · Restaurants · Travel · United States

A Perfect Day in New York: Brunch & Broadway

What do you get your fashionista little sister for her college graduation and 22nd birthday? At first thought you might go with anything Lilly Pulitzer, but if that’s what your parent’s plan is, it gets a bit harder. How about tickets to a Broadway show that she has literally been dying to see for 7… Continue reading A Perfect Day in New York: Brunch & Broadway

Brunch · Cakes · Food

Dessert for Breakfast: Sour Cream Coffee Cake

I’ve always loved coffee cake. It could be because of the awesome crumb topping or it’s simply because coffee cake makes it perfectly acceptable to have cake for breakfast. But regardless of the reason, it has always been something I enjoyed. Surprisingly up until last week, I had never attempted to make a coffee cake.… Continue reading Dessert for Breakfast: Sour Cream Coffee Cake

Gifts · Shopping

Etsy Spotlight: ForHomeForHeart

We’ve all had those moments where we are scrambling last second for a gift and are struggling to find something thats a mix of personal and affordable. It is honestly one of the worst feelings not knowing what to get someone!! I had this problem with my Mom this year. She was already signed up… Continue reading Etsy Spotlight: ForHomeForHeart

Drinks · Rum Cocktails · Summer Cocktails · Tequila Cocktails · Whiskey Cocktails

War of the Watermelon Cocktails

I don’t know about you, but I feel like everywhere I turn I’m seeing watermelon cocktails. After checking out a few of the recipes, I must admit that I was intrigued by the simplicity of some. And so this past weekend Tori & I set out to find what liquor mixed best with the simplest… Continue reading War of the Watermelon Cocktails

Events · Weddings

What They Don’t Tell You About This Whole “Engaged and Planning a Wedding” Thing

It’s that time again! Sarah is back again for another round of #WeddingWednesday! She has a ton of great tips to help your wedding planning run smoother and save you from finding out shocking facts on your own later! What They Don’t Tell You About This Whole “Engaged and Planning a Wedding” Thing As you have… Continue reading What They Don’t Tell You About This Whole “Engaged and Planning a Wedding” Thing

Shopping

Must-Haves for Every College Girl

Whether it’s your first day as a Freshmen or you’re heading into your senior year, there are definitely things you will need. So, instead of letting you learn on your own, here are a few things I would not have survived without and am glad I had extras of later on. Brita Water Bottle/Pitcher: You’ll… Continue reading Must-Haves for Every College Girl

Brunch · Food

30 Foods to Cook before 30: Poached Eggs

Since I was at home this weekend for my cousin’s son’s birthday, I figured it was a great chance to check an item off the list of 30 Foods to Cook before 30! I thought it would be fun to start with something I haven’t tried making before and poached eggs fit the bill perfectly!… Continue reading 30 Foods to Cook before 30: Poached Eggs

Food · In Season

In Season: August

After eating our first Jersey tomato of the season and trying the first cherry tomatoes and peppers from my garden last week, it’s really starting to feel like summer! We’ve definitely been taking advantage of great deals at the farmer’s market and trying to keep up with the pick your own schedule (we can’t wait to… Continue reading In Season: August

Beer & Wine · Drinks

The Perfect Party Drink: Mini Wine Bottles

At Sarah’s Bridal Shower, we had mini wine bottles after seeing a few pictures of some on Pinterest. I am now convinced they are the ultimate party drink, especially if you were going to serve wine anyway. Plus, if you add a straw, it makes it that much more fun. Because we had light appetizers… Continue reading The Perfect Party Drink: Mini Wine Bottles