The Wine Lounge Optimizing our small, but precious outdoor space to enjoy this summer also meant creating a cozy area to unwind in after work or on the weekends, or a place to (eventually, I hope) entertain family and friends. Since the Wine Lounge occupies the other side of our narrow terrace (located around the…
My Urban Oasis: Part I
The Sun Lounge Any amount of outdoor space in New York City is a luxury, but our terrace, with its narrow and L-shaped configuration, presented a real challenge for furnishing and enjoying it all these years. But, with all of this extra time at home, I realized it was time to give our terrace a…
My Postpartum Journey to My Prepregnacy Body
It’s hard to believe that seven months have passed since we welcomed our little angel into the world. Although these last few months have been life’s most fulfilling, they have also been the hardest. From an unexpected and painful c-section birth and recovery to baby’s hospitalization to a pandemic, time is flying by although I…
Classic Fish Chowder
I don’t know about you, but I love turning to classic comfort foods to both celebrate special moments and to get through hard times and nothing is more comforting than a hearty bowl of chowder. For Bugsy’s first Father’s Day, I prepared a dinner menu of his favorites and decided a classic fish chowder would…
How to Execute an At Home Photoshoot
Now, more than ever, I am acutely aware of the many luxuries I once took for granted, including having a professional take photographs for my blog or to help document life’s milestones. For all of my new moms, I specifically empathize with your feeling of disappointment that this is not how you envisioned your first…
Pretty in Pleats
With everything going on in the world, it’s hard to think about anything Covid unrelated. But, this week, perhaps due to the gorgeous Spring weather and my return from maternity leave, I decided it’s time to get back to some sort of normal, albeit altered. So, I’m excited to finally share a pretty pleated look…
Classic Chewy Oatmeal Cookies
There’s nothing quite like a classic chewy oatmeal cookie. Chewy, not too sweet and with a touch of cinnamon, this simple recipe is perfect for plain chewy oatmeal cookies or as a base with some of your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, raisins or nuts. PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES |…
Quarantine in Style | It’s Time to Upgrade Your Loungewear
I don’t know about you, but I’ve been minimally motivated to get dressed during these days at home. For the first few days, I relished in leggings and sweatpant bliss. But as the novelty wore, and the realization that I hadn’t gotten out of my pajamas in days finally set in, I knew it was…
Oatmeal Banana Bread
All of this extra time at home has been a great opportunity to try out new recipes and to hone kitchen skills. To the extent we can, we are supporting our local businesses through takeout orders. But, the reality is, ordering out for every meal is neither a healthy or financially reasonable option, so I’ve…
How to Create the Perfect Party Backdrop or Vignette
Whether you’re looking for a cute backdrop for your next party or celebrating a special occasion at home, here are a few tips for creating a perfect party vignette. Truth be told, I was struggling with whether to blog during these difficult times, but realized that as we hunker down for the sake of our…
Trend Alert: The Shirt Jacket
Fashion week, both on and off the runways, solidified our need to try out a new trend – the shirt-jacket. But before we get into the details of this week’s look, I can’t tell you how excited I am to share my first fashion post since the baby. There’s no doubt that life and my…
Sintra Travel Guide
Sintra can only be described as a page torn from a fairy tale. At the westernmost part of the Iberian Peninsula, this Unesco World Heritage–listed Centre has an endless number of enchanting palaces, gardens and castles folded into the most luxuriant hills alongside the Atlantic Ocean. A trip to Lisbon is not complete without a…