As some of you may know, I recently returned from a trip to France. I had a fabulous time!! I ate, shopped, drank and ate some more. I also had the opportunity to take two cooking classes while I was there: one on pastries, the other on bread. I didnt have time in my scheduleContinue reading “Ooh La la: Mastering the French Macaron”
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OOTD: Miss Carter going to see Mrs. Carter
The day has finally arrived!! Ready to see King Bey. This is what I decided to wear to the concert. Keep in its 105 degrees outside Outfit details Tribal dress; bought at Primark in the UK (similar dress here) Shoes; Xhilaration, Target Stores (similar ones here)
DIY: Helloooooooo Kitty Sweatshirt
If you don’t know by now, I love Hello Kitty. I was browsing through my neighbor Kohls clearance rack when I came across this cute Hello Kitty sweatshirt in the Junior section. I thought that it was cute so I purchased it. When I got home I decided that it could use some sprucing up to makeContinue reading “DIY: Helloooooooo Kitty Sweatshirt”
OOTD: Polka dots and Pink
Details: Polka dot dress; ASOS (purchase similar here) Shoes; Calvin Klein from Macys (purchase here) Clutch; Kate Spade (purchase wallet here) Bangles; Kenneth Jay Lane. Purchased on Rue La La Heart stud Earrings; vintage
Red Velvet Waffles!!!
I love red velvet ANYTHING!!! Its such a classic flavor and can be put in so many baked goods, including breakfast items. I decided to make some red velvet waffles because I knew that my mommy and brother were scheduled to visit and I could experiment on them. They turned out pretty tasty so IContinue reading “Red Velvet Waffles!!!”
Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls
I developed this recipe because I was in the middle of moving last year and had to get rid of some food items. Most of my pans were packed up. I had a bunch of old bananas, some packets of yeast and some left over baking items. I thought this would be the best thingContinue reading “Banana Nut Cinnamon Rolls”
Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding with Orange cream
I consider myself a bread pudding connoisseur. It happens to be my favorite dessert and I try to enjoy as many varieties as I can get my lips around. One particular afternoon I was perusing the shelves of Ross and came across and Chocolate Chip Panettone. I immediately threw it in the shopping basket. I knewContinue reading “Triple Chocolate Bread Pudding with Orange cream”
OOTD: Rocker Chic and Geek
Details 1. Pink Chiffon Blouse: Ross 2. Leather jacket/blazer : Michael Kors (similar one here) 3. Leopard print jeggings: Hue (purchase here) 4. printed platform wedges: Bucco (buy here) 5. spiked clutch; check out DIY here 6. colorful cuff; Akira Chicago, IL (website here)
Spike that clutch!!
I love colors, the brighter the better!! I came across this wonderful clutch at my local Ross. It was super inexpensive and neon, so of course I had to snatch it up. I said to myself, ” I need to jazz this thing up though.” That is exactly what I did. I went home, grabbedContinue reading “Spike that clutch!!”
OOTD: Pattern and Punk
Details 1. Biker Jacket: Macy’s (find similar here) 2. Black t-shirt- Ross 3. Patterned pants- Forever21 (find similar here) 4. Studded flats: Candies- kohls (find similar here) 5. Wristlet: Target (find similar here) 6. Earrings: Charming Charlies 7. Necklace: Macy’s
