Category Archives: living

Places to go: Madison Edition

This summer, our vacation was of the driving sort. First stop (on Thursday) was Madison, Wisconsin. We had a great time, and if you’re planning on visiting, or just want to click along online, here are my recommendations: Atticus Such a cool shop with a nice edited selection, right across from the capitol (and I think […]

Lovely mementos

photo from McMaster & Storm I thought this was one of the nicest collections/mementos. Kara (of McMaster & Storm, a shop I’ve been fascinated with ever since it was profiled in Country Living) has a great aunt who took the time to write short notes on wooden ice cream spoons remembering each treat. The plan […]

Big Sur Bakery

birthday cupcakes photo from bigsurbakery.com After reading Sunday’s New York Times feature about Big Sur Bakery, I knew I’d love it. And after visiting the site today (yesterday it was not working – too many other foodies doing the same?) I just know I’ll be finagling a trip to Big Sur to have a breakfast […]

Affogato options

extra points for presentation this is the one i’m most eager to try wakiya’s affogato at the Gramercy Park Hotel photo by zach desart for nymag.com As a coffee lover, affogato is one of my favorite desserts. Granted, that list is long, and ever growing. Check out these yummy options, all courtesy of New York […]

Spring Come Rain Fall

photo from springcomerainfall.com Loving this cereal bowl from Spring Come Rain Fall. (under products/kitchen) photo from springcomerainfall.com And another linen placemat to entice me as well! SaveSave