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Sunday, March 16, 2014
It's Not Easy Being Green
For as long as I can remember, St. Patrick's Day has always been my favorite holiday, because it is the only time my mother would make her corned beef and cabbage. It wasn't until I was a little older (and had to ask my grandmothers about family history for various school projects) that I found out that I am part Irish from both sides of the family, so I embrace my Irish culture as best as I can. I've not yet been to Ireland, but it is certainly on my bucket list.
So back to corned beef and cabbage. For the past two or three years my mother has been giving up beef for Lent, so she hasn't made corned beef and cabbage until after Easter sometime. This year I finally decided to make my own, so I was able to make some small adjustments... I used my brand new crockpot to boil the meat until tender, and then added the potatoes. Once the potatoes were finished , I mashed them, added half& half and Earth Balance. I also boiled the cabbage separately and added tons of dried red chili flakes. I have never been a fan of vegetables cooked with meat because they always end up a little greasy to me, and if I'm gonna eat vegetables I prefer that they are light and fresh.
We've never put any condiments on our corned beef, but I think this might be a good choice. My corned beef turned out a little saltier than I like (no I did not add any salt to the water), so the horseradish cream might balance things out a bit.
This is pretty much a Reuben on pumpernickel bread without Russian or Thousand Island Dressing, which is great since I don't eat mayonnaise anyway. The only problem is that my corned beef is too tender to make an attractive or easy to eat sandwich...
These both look awesome!!! Although checking out the recipes, I would make some tweaks, but otherwise, yum yum!
So back to corned beef and cabbage. For the past two or three years my mother has been giving up beef for Lent, so she hasn't made corned beef and cabbage until after Easter sometime. This year I finally decided to make my own, so I was able to make some small adjustments... I used my brand new crockpot to boil the meat until tender, and then added the potatoes. Once the potatoes were finished , I mashed them, added half& half and Earth Balance. I also boiled the cabbage separately and added tons of dried red chili flakes. I have never been a fan of vegetables cooked with meat because they always end up a little greasy to me, and if I'm gonna eat vegetables I prefer that they are light and fresh.
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| Horseradish Cream |
We've never put any condiments on our corned beef, but I think this might be a good choice. My corned beef turned out a little saltier than I like (no I did not add any salt to the water), so the horseradish cream might balance things out a bit.
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| Corned Beef and Cabbage Grilled Cheese |
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| Corned Beef and Cabbage Egg Rolls |
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| Corned Beef and Cabbage Breakfast Bake |
These both look awesome!!! Although checking out the recipes, I would make some tweaks, but otherwise, yum yum!
I know everyone is not able/willing to cook their own corned beef and cabbage, so here are a few places to head this weekend to eat and celebrate!
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Forget Spring, I'm Ready for Summer!
I am planning my escape to the shore already. I've already purchased gear for the niece and nephew, beach toys, floaties, you name it. Now I just need to add some pieces of my own. What a coincidence, the new Target Designer collab with Peter Pilotto is out!
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| Tote bag by Peter Pilotto for Target |
Saturday, January 25, 2014
Weekly Round-Up
Advanced Style
Did you know that for every product sold, UBB removes 1 pound of trash from oceans and waterways?
Every day through the end of 2014 United By Blue will be giving away one of their super soft, organic cotton tees. Check it out here.
Ummm straws anyone?
How cool are these?
Did you know that for every product sold, UBB removes 1 pound of trash from oceans and waterways?
Every day through the end of 2014 United By Blue will be giving away one of their super soft, organic cotton tees. Check it out here.
Ummm straws anyone?
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| Terrain |
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| Alexander McQueen available at Saks |
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| Lost Weekend by Craig& Karl, LeSpec |
Thursday, January 23, 2014
A Theft of Epic Proportions
So the most tragic thing happened to me...not life-shattering tragic, just annoying tragic. My packages were stolen!!! And do you know what was in those packages? Part of Elena's AW 2014 wardrobe! And her shoes!!!!!!
Do you see how awesome these shoes are? And they were on sale $25 each, and free shipping! I don't know how to process this information. I've done internet searches, tried to search Polyvore (not a good source for children's items), and they are not available anywhere in her size! Ahhhhh!!!! I'm not sure if I'm more upset about the theft or that now I have to find new shoes.
I've made calls to the shipping company and the stores. I've sent emails to PayPal, the police and even tweeted. At this point I would like to praise Target and Amazon, Old Navy/Gap for their quick responses; during the phone conversations the customer service reps, re-shipped my items, even changing the shipping address and sent me refunds. Some other companies did not react so quickly and told me that I have to wait 24-72hours for the investigations.
Wait? This is America in the Digital Age, why do I have to wait? And why is someone stalking my house and stealing my packages?
I have learned a few lessons, I will be shipping to a home that is occupied during the day or to the stores. I also signed up for text alerts for Fedex and UPS, and I will definitely stalk my packages online as much as possible.
The sad thing is that my items are not super expensive. There were baby clothes, a cook book, breastmilk storage bags, a hand mixer, a nursing top and baby sneakers. What are these thieves going to do with all of these items? Sell them on the black market? Give them to their family members or just thrown them in the trash? I mean a tiny part of me has a bit of compassion. If you're stealing to make ends meet then obviously you are worse off than I am, so even though I feel violated and disappointed....
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Ralph Lauren: Infant's & Toddler's Sag Harbour Zebra Haircalf High-Top Sneakers
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Ralph Lauren:Infant's & Toddler's Carl Glitter Boots
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Do you see how awesome these shoes are? And they were on sale $25 each, and free shipping! I don't know how to process this information. I've done internet searches, tried to search Polyvore (not a good source for children's items), and they are not available anywhere in her size! Ahhhhh!!!! I'm not sure if I'm more upset about the theft or that now I have to find new shoes.
I've made calls to the shipping company and the stores. I've sent emails to PayPal, the police and even tweeted. At this point I would like to praise Target and Amazon, Old Navy/Gap for their quick responses; during the phone conversations the customer service reps, re-shipped my items, even changing the shipping address and sent me refunds. Some other companies did not react so quickly and told me that I have to wait 24-72hours for the investigations.
Wait? This is America in the Digital Age, why do I have to wait? And why is someone stalking my house and stealing my packages?
I have learned a few lessons, I will be shipping to a home that is occupied during the day or to the stores. I also signed up for text alerts for Fedex and UPS, and I will definitely stalk my packages online as much as possible.
The sad thing is that my items are not super expensive. There were baby clothes, a cook book, breastmilk storage bags, a hand mixer, a nursing top and baby sneakers. What are these thieves going to do with all of these items? Sell them on the black market? Give them to their family members or just thrown them in the trash? I mean a tiny part of me has a bit of compassion. If you're stealing to make ends meet then obviously you are worse off than I am, so even though I feel violated and disappointed....
THIEVES, I forgive you.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Happenings
Everywhere you look there are sales and discounts and clearances, but there's only so much shopping you can do to get through this stressful winter season. Here are a few events that I'm excited about.
Yinka Shonibare at the Barnes...this artist takes fashion to a new level.
Opening reception January 23rd 6-9PM.
Don't forget about Restaurant Week. This year my fave spot is joining in!
Yinka Shonibare at the Barnes...this artist takes fashion to a new level.
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Yinka Shonibare MBE: Magic Ladders; January 24–April 21, 2014
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| Forget Kleinfeld's, if I were engaged or a bridal consultant I would definitely be heading here. |
Opening reception January 23rd 6-9PM.
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| William Daley: 14 For 7 will be on view January 23 to March 9, 2014 at the Philadelphia Art Alliance. |
Don't forget about Restaurant Week. This year my fave spot is joining in!
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| The Philadelphia Orchestra...special guest Jill Scott |
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| Confetti, Jan 24-25 8pm at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, starring Gabrielle Revlock |
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Weekly Roundup
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| Opening Ceremony |
Eco friendly Purses
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| Image via Ecocult |
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| Tory Burch's Robinson Collection |
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| J.Jill is now open at KOP! |
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| Image Courtesy of Getty via Racked |
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| Peter Pilotto for Target image via Racked |
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