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August 19, 2009

On the Rocks: Raspberry Caipirinha.

Caipirinha (KIE-PUR-REEN-YAH) is the national drink of Brazil and I had the good fortune of being introduced to it by a Brazilian roommate while interning in Chicago a few years ago. It’s super duper easy and versatile, so you can try whatever muddled fruit you like. This is one of my favorite versions – a Raspberry Caipirinha.

Raspberry Caipirinha
• 1 C raspberries
• 2 Tbsp sugar to taste
• 3 oz Cachaça
• crushed ice

Muddle raspberries and sugar together, using a muddler or a wooden spoon until the sugar is dissolved and the juice of the raspberries is released.Fill the glass with crushed ice. Add 2 ounces Cachaça. Garnish and serve. Serves one.

Posted In cocktails

August 19, 2009

The Daily Eat: Grilled Caprese Stacks.

{recipe and photo via Big City Cooking}

These Grilled Caprese Stacks look like a little bite of heaven! I hadn’t ever tried polenta until this past spring and am absolutely hooked. The idea of it paired with yummy mozzarella, tomato and basil is almost too much for me to bear.

Posted In recipes

August 19, 2009

Able Animal Prints.

Able is a branding and design firm located just outside of Philly. These animal prints are some of the things they create during their downtime. I think Edmund is my favorite, thanks to his big eyes and bright colors.

Posted In kids, paper goods, prints

August 19, 2009

Inviting Nook.

{via Marie Claire Maison}

This room looks just like Saturday afternoon to me. Open windows, a stack of books and lots of light. I love the open airy feeling of this nook with hanging lanterns and a wall covered in art with ornate, monochromatic frames. I can just imagine myself curled up with a good book and a mug of coffee. And those really are the best rooms, aren’t they?

Posted In house and home

August 18, 2009

The Daily Eat: Gazpacho.

{photo and recipe via Pioneer Woman Cooks}

Seems like gazpacho has become somewhat of a trendy dish lately (I’m nothing if not up on the trends). It’s basically cold, raw veggie soup with a tomato base. A perfectly light summer dish that when served with crusty French bread is irresistible.

Posted In recipes

August 17, 2009

The Daily Eat: Cold Tomato Zucchini Pasta Salad.

{photo and recipe via The Cooking Photographer}

Pasta salads are one of two of my favorite part of summer eats, the other being fruit. This Cold Tomato Zucchini Pasta Salad with Sherry Shallot Vinaigrette looks amazing and super simple to make. A win-win in my book!

Posted In recipes

August 14, 2009

The Daily Eat: Vanilla Figs with Mascarpone and Balsamic Syrup + Fig Roundup.

{recipe and photo via bitchincamero}

Vanilla Figs with Mascarpone and Balsamic Syrup. Caramelized, sweet and the perfect fit for dessert. Mmm… mascarpone.

1. Chocolate-Fig Oatmeal Bars 2. Fig & Cream Cheese Tartlette
3. Fig and Brie Panini 4. Fig and Brown Sugar Pinwheels
5. Primal Salad with Figs, Bacon and Toasted Pecans
6. Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini

Posted In recipes, round up

August 13, 2009

Kerstin’s Chocolates.

Really digging the packaging of the Chocophilia line from Kerstin’s Chocolates. If you stop by the actual store – The Cocoa Room – in Edmonton, Alberta you can even participate in chocolate tastings and classes!

Posted In food, packaging

August 13, 2009

The Daily Eat: Little Figgy Christmas Cakes.

{recipe and photo via spicy icecream}

It’s never too early to start preparing for your Christmas baking and these Little Figgy Christmas Cakes are definitely going on mine for this December! (I might even sneak them in early for Thanksgiving…)

Posted In recipes

August 13, 2009

Digit Spice Jars.

Digit Spice Jars perfect for the typophile or the overly organized. I’d be perfectly content with owning the #4 (it’s my lucky number!).

Posted In kitchen