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Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Kodak Gallery Photo Book Discount
Hi friends! To everyone that just got married, this is a great deal right now. Use coupon code JUSTFORYOU and get 30% off on Kodak Gallery photo books. I worked on my 80 page Legacy book all day yesterday and am going to order it today!
Free Shipping at JCrew
Get free shipping today at JCrew with SHIPAUG code. Shipping Expires at 11:59pm EST on Wednesday!
I Got a JOB!
Hi friends! Sorry for the lack of posts, we've been busy! I had a wonderful birthday. Thank y'all so much for all of your good wishes. One blog friend even came through with a surprise present and it MADE my day (more about that later)! My husband got me a ticket to the Keys to go to one of my best friend's bachelorette party over Labor Day weekend. He also sent me beautiful flowers and got me a birthday cake from Crumbs (and the Reese cupcake.)
We went to dinner here and it was wonderful! I'm still not liking the fact that Mexican restaurants in the city don't have cheese dip. Someone told me the other day that cheese dip at Mexican restaurants is a Southern thing?? Go figure!! One of my best friends took me here for a birthday dinner and welcome to NYC. It was fabulous! On Saturday night we went here (to continue my week long Mexican theme). My husband's aunt and uncle were in town and they took us out to dinner. We had a lot to celebrate this week. I also got my first job offer and I think I'm going to take it! Yeah! I'll keep you posted.
We got our first fresh direct order on Friday. Something really cool about ordering my groceries online and then having them show up at my front door! They also have a thing where you can look up recipes and then you click one button and all of the ingredients are in your cart. The day your groceries arrive, they email you your recipe. I decided to make Grilled Corn Chowder. It took awhile, but it was very yummy and my husband had two bowls! Yeah!
GRILLED CORN CHOWDERfrom "The Barbecue! Bible" by Steven Raichlen If you like a smoky flavor and you like chowder, you'll love this grilled corn chowder — especially if you grill the corn with wood chips. The open flame seems to intensify the sweetness of all the vegetables.
3 ears of corn, shucked
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered (but the root ends left on)
1 medium green bell pepper or poblano chile
1 medium red bell pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter, or more as needed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 medium all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried
4 cups homemade chicken or vegetable stock or low-sodium canned broth
1 bay leaf
3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, for garnish (optional)
1.If using a gas grill: Place the chips in the smoker box. Preheat the grill, gas or charcoal, to high.
2.When ready to cook, if using charcoal, toss the wood chips on the coals. For both methods: Brush the corn, onion, and peppers with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the vegetables on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs, until nicely charred on all sides, 16 to 20 minutes for the bell peppers, 10 to 12 minutes for the onion quarters, and 8 to 12 minutes for the corn. As they cook, baste the vegetables with additional oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, removing the vegetables as they are done to a platter to cool.
3.Cut the corn kernels off the cobs and place in a large saucepan. Using a paring knife, scrape the charred skins off the peppers and onions (don't worry about removing every last bit). Stem and seed the peppers and cut into 1/4-inch dice; cut the onion quarters into thin crosswise slices, discarding the roots. Add the peppers and onion to the corn in the saucepan.
4.Stir the diced potatoes, flour, and thyme into the vegetables and cook the mixture over medium-high heat for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Add the stock and bay leaf and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, at a gentle simmer until the potatoes are cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the cream and cook for 2 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
5.Spoon the chowder into bowls, sprinkle with the parsley (if using), and serve immediately.
Hope everyone is well! We got our professinal wedding pics in, so more pictures to come soon.
We went to dinner here and it was wonderful! I'm still not liking the fact that Mexican restaurants in the city don't have cheese dip. Someone told me the other day that cheese dip at Mexican restaurants is a Southern thing?? Go figure!! One of my best friends took me here for a birthday dinner and welcome to NYC. It was fabulous! On Saturday night we went here (to continue my week long Mexican theme). My husband's aunt and uncle were in town and they took us out to dinner. We had a lot to celebrate this week. I also got my first job offer and I think I'm going to take it! Yeah! I'll keep you posted.
We got our first fresh direct order on Friday. Something really cool about ordering my groceries online and then having them show up at my front door! They also have a thing where you can look up recipes and then you click one button and all of the ingredients are in your cart. The day your groceries arrive, they email you your recipe. I decided to make Grilled Corn Chowder. It took awhile, but it was very yummy and my husband had two bowls! Yeah!
GRILLED CORN CHOWDERfrom "The Barbecue! Bible" by Steven Raichlen If you like a smoky flavor and you like chowder, you'll love this grilled corn chowder — especially if you grill the corn with wood chips. The open flame seems to intensify the sweetness of all the vegetables.
3 ears of corn, shucked
1 medium onion, peeled and quartered (but the root ends left on)
1 medium green bell pepper or poblano chile
1 medium red bell pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter, or more as needed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 medium all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried
4 cups homemade chicken or vegetable stock or low-sodium canned broth
1 bay leaf
3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley, for garnish (optional)
1.If using a gas grill: Place the chips in the smoker box. Preheat the grill, gas or charcoal, to high.
2.When ready to cook, if using charcoal, toss the wood chips on the coals. For both methods: Brush the corn, onion, and peppers with a little oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the vegetables on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs, until nicely charred on all sides, 16 to 20 minutes for the bell peppers, 10 to 12 minutes for the onion quarters, and 8 to 12 minutes for the corn. As they cook, baste the vegetables with additional oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, removing the vegetables as they are done to a platter to cool.
3.Cut the corn kernels off the cobs and place in a large saucepan. Using a paring knife, scrape the charred skins off the peppers and onions (don't worry about removing every last bit). Stem and seed the peppers and cut into 1/4-inch dice; cut the onion quarters into thin crosswise slices, discarding the roots. Add the peppers and onion to the corn in the saucepan.
4.Stir the diced potatoes, flour, and thyme into the vegetables and cook the mixture over medium-high heat for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Add the stock and bay leaf and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cook, uncovered, at a gentle simmer until the potatoes are cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the cream and cook for 2 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
5.Spoon the chowder into bowls, sprinkle with the parsley (if using), and serve immediately.
Hope everyone is well! We got our professinal wedding pics in, so more pictures to come soon.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Searching for the Perfect Small Desk!
Hi Friends! My husband and I searching for the perfect small desk for our apartment. Any suggestions are welcome...
Fashion Hound
Ladies...get your preppy dog collars! I've talked about this great site before (Daisy is a model), but they are running a discount right now. I'm thinking Daisy needs a new collar for football season! This great store lets you pick your favorite colors and they make you a dog collar!
Save 15% off your order during the month of August in honor of their new online store launch!This coupon is transferable so feel free to share this offer with friends and family to maximize your savings. Visit www.Fashion-Hound.com and enter the coupon code "LAUNCH" into the Redemption Code box during the checkout process to receive your savings.
Offer Expires: August 31, 2007, at 11:59 PM PST.
Save 15% off your order during the month of August in honor of their new online store launch!This coupon is transferable so feel free to share this offer with friends and family to maximize your savings. Visit www.Fashion-Hound.com and enter the coupon code "LAUNCH" into the Redemption Code box during the checkout process to receive your savings.
Offer Expires: August 31, 2007, at 11:59 PM PST.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
My Birthday Wish List
My birthday is tomorrow and I put together the ultimate dream list of the 27 things I've got my eye on in honor of my 27th! So, don't hesitate. Pick something out and send it my way! =) Ha, Ha! It is so fun to wish ...I hope you enjoy my list as much as I enjoy dreaming about it. Happy Birthday to Me!
I'm still young at heart and I want to see Broadway's version of one of my favorites!
I'm still young at heart and I want to see Broadway's version of one of my favorites!
Loving these Jcrew flats...I don't think this NYC girl can have enough!
This is on my list for when I turn 30...but I'm going to start dreaming about it this year.
African Safari
Vineyard Vines Polos, any color is fine...thanks.
Vineyard Vines Sweaters
Tory Burch flats
A few more pairs of Hanky Panky low rise thongs. I have two pairs and I LOVE them! 
Birthday Cupcakes from Crumbs. 
A commissioned piece of art from her, one of my very best friends!
Burberry Trench...this is a wish list people... I know it's not in the budget right now...but I sure would smile a little more when it started raining if I got to put this beauty on every time!
Tiffany's cushion drop earrings....what I told you it was the dream list? It's my birthday and I can dream if I want to!
Crane Calling cards with our names!!
Three Designing Woman Address Stamp from The Paper Cafe with our new address (and my new name)
I've had my eye on this for awhile! I love it! 
For dressing up the look (just a tad) and keeping the comfort in the city!
Havaianas Slim Flip Flops in Beige/Gold
Havaianas Slim Flip Flops in Beige/Gold
My Costa's aren't cutting it in the city. I need (I mean want) some of these...
These are my favorite and I'm all out.
I've tried the 3 in one, but not the bubbles and I LOVE bubble baths!
Monday, August 13, 2007
Invitations!
All preppies love stationary, so I wanted to share a picture of my parent's fridge with a collection of our invitaitons. Top left is our wedding invitation, the top right is our rehearsal dinner invitation. The bottom left is my bridesmaid luncheon invitation and the bottom right is our wedding day brunch invitation. Aren't they so cute!
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