Things I'm Crushing On
Last night I went out for dinner with these lovely ladies (minus the handsome man)...
My sisters Christine & Kimberly and our friend Danielle...and my cute husband
We went to La Carbonara, one of my favorite NYC restaurants. It's quaint, cozy, serves up delicious Italian food and is fairly inexpensive. I dig it. We followed up dinner with a little trip to Milk Bar in the East Village. I'm sorry to report that I forgot my camera! But I plan to make many more trips in the future so I can give you a proper rundown.
Meanwhile, since it's a snowy Friday and I'm all about comfort, I thought it would be fun to share some things that I'm like totally crushing on this week.
Momofoku cookies
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Though I could have easily devoured anything on the menu at Milk Bar (including cereal milk-flavored soft serve...is that genius or what?), I must have had residual holiday cravings since I went with a single cookie; a cornflake, marshmallow and chocolate chip concoction that was sticky, sweet and just all around wonderful.
Panko breadcrumbs
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I used these in Rocco's buffalo chicken tenders and my life has been forever changed. Crispy chicken in the oven? Sans oil? Yes please.
Boardwalk Empire
The clothing, the set design, the indulgence, Michael Pitt...it's a gorgeous production and a gripping story. Oh and the fact that it's yet another show to come out of New Jersey doesn't hurt either. As for Steve Buscemi? At times, I forgot it was him. Somehow I see an Emmy in his near future. Shaun and I burned through the first season in one weekend and are now on a serious hunt for our next TV-on-DVD obsession...taking recommendations.
Jets/Fantasy Playoffs
Though I'm still bummed about the Giants, I'm excited for round 2 of Fantasy Football and I'm happy that my favorite Jets fan is happy. Jets party to commence tomorrow night at 6pm for the 8pm game.
Arnold Cinnamon Raisin Sandwich Thins
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I forgot to snap a photo, but had to share anyway. They're cinnamony-raisiny goodness for 100 calories. Plus, when toasted they make the office kitchen smell like heaven and suddenly everyone wants to be my friend.
Tea, especially when served in my Anthropologie R mug
It's yummy and pretty. 'Nuff said.
Anjou Pears
I received some in a Harry & David holiday gift basket at work and have been eating 1 per day ever since. They are juicy, sweet and delicious! A nice change up from my usual apple.
My Built Lunchbag
Shaun got it for me for Christmas and I have used it everyday since, even if only to cart a banana and Babybel cheese to work.
More snow
It's happening in NYC right now! Good thing I got my rubber boots on!
So there you have it...all the things I'm loving right now. What are you crushing on this week? What are your weekend plans?
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I am crushing on.... momofuku candy bar pie and cookies! Snow - Madison square park in the snow to be exact. Beautiful!! I also will be visiting Washington Square tonight...I wonder which one will win?
Also crushing on Starbucks Vanilla No Fat Cappuccino and chunky sweaters!
I love the milk bar! It is definitely one of my favorite places for desserts in the city:-)
I'm crushing on panko, your mug, and your lunch bag too! =) what a coincidence... <3 hahaha!
I love yummy and pretty things! ...and pretty things to eat/drink yummy things out of!
Great stuff :)
ok that was so fun! i MUST get that lunch bag - i actually asked for one for christmas, and i'm pretty sure my husband thought i was joking! our weekend plans are to clean the house and unpack from our Christmas vacation! seriously - we've been home a week and haven't done either!!!
You have some good crushes this week! :P I wish I was crushing on more snow..but it's suppose to snow three days straight the day after I leave to go back to school. Figures.
We went to that restaurant last time we were in the city-LOVE!!!!! This wknd i'm focusing on getting myself to the gym, looking for wedding rings, cleaning?, and hopefully getting in some lazy time!
tried the banana redux last night and had some toasted for breakfast! it came out perfect! xo
I too am getting my gym on today! And will be spending tomorrow cleaning house :)
Kimberly, so happy you liked it!
I love your blog design! :) And those cookies sound mar-ve-lous!
Hey Girl Heyyy!
I just gave you the stylish blogger award on my post <3 I'd love to hear 7 more random things about ya! =)
Hope this weekend is rocking your socks!
xoXOxo
Jenn
i have a lunch bag like that (different brand I think) and I love it!
I'm currently loving cheesy biscuits. I posted them on my blog last week and I already made them again. I'm eating them right now with some beef stew and it's making me so happy :)