I used to have bubble tea at least three times a week back in college. I've missed these little frothy Asian delights and have had a hankering for them all day. I finally had to write this post to at least quell my craving to a manageable level.   Apparently, they're really easy to make at home. Check out this recipe from the Kitchn.  (Picture via here) … [Read more...]

Pink wedding dresses for the not-so-traditional bride. Not a fan of sardines? perhaps this interesting twist will change your mind. Here's another. I'm seriously craving these Jacques Torres chocolate chip cookies. They are so good, possibly the best cookies I've ever had. My credo for this year. Plain and simple. Claire Danes' cry face. Pretty funny. Are you … [Read more...]

Some New York residents woke up to nearly a foot of snow today. The good news (depending on who you ask) didn't end there because with snow days comes school and work cancellations. Yay!   When I was younger snow days were filled with mystery and intrigue. I suspect it's because I only had to look forward to snow angels, snow men and sledding instead of … [Read more...]

Where did you ring in the new year? did you celebrate at home like 54 percent of Americans did this year or did you venture out into the frigid weather? I did the latter, note to self: remember you're not a drinker, also, remember this dull, pounding migraine if you ever decide to pick up a drink again. What are your thoughts on new year's resolutions? I don't … [Read more...]

Horse-drawn carriages may no longer be a part of the iconic New York landscape in 2014. Advocacy groups like PETA who have consistently petitioned against the industry may soon get their wish because NYC Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio wants to ban the long-standing Central Park tradition, calling it "inhumane." He offers to trade the horse-drawn carriages … [Read more...]

I was planning on spending the new year at home in my PJ's but a friend of mine is in town and insists that we celebrate in style. How will you be ringing in the new year? whatever you do, be safe my darlings.   Here's to growing smarter, wiser and stronger in 2014. Happy New Year! (Pictures via here and here) … [Read more...]

I hope you all had the merriest of Christmases! Just curious, what do you plan to do with those presents you didn't quite want? What are your thoughts on re-gifting? Personally, I would feel terrible about passing on my unwanted presents to someone else, no matter how terrible they are. But, in case you have no problem with the idea, here's a crash course on re-gifting 101. … [Read more...]

I can hardly believe it, Christmas is nearly here! What are your plans for the holidays? I just returned from a fun night of ice skating at Bryant Park! A few buddies I haven't seen in years were in town so we decided to get together to reconnect and reminisce about old times. It was so good to see everyone!     I wish you all a very … [Read more...]