Blizzard 2010

This is what our backyard looks like from the back door in the eating area.  You didn't think I was actually going to go out into the cold, right? :)   With the forecast 12-18 inches of snow, I'm glad this is all we got.  Poor DH still had to use the snowblower twice last night and once this morning before going to work, but on the whole, it's not as bad as we expected.  We didn't get our White Christmas, but we got a White Boxing Day instead.

And this is what our poor postman had to trudge through today to get our mail to us.  We appreciate it, Mr. Postman!  As for me, I'm staying home.  All errands can be postponed until tomorrow, I say!

Baby, It's Cold Outside

This version of "Baby It's Cold Outside" by Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors is just so adorable!

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Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas, from our home to yours!

Snow...kinda

Despite all the snow in the forecast, that's about as much snow as we've gotten so far here in Western Mass.   Here's hoping we somehow miraculously manage to have a white Christmas.

Aritzia cashmere Cocoon Coat

It snowed today. Okay, maybe it was more like a little dusting, but I realized I desperately need a new winter coat, preferably this camel cashmere coat from Aritzia.

My favorite winter coat is a black wool one from Aritzia as well (sense a pattern?) and I love it to pieces, but it currently doesn't fit me.  The buttons won't close because of this!  I'm resisting buying this camel one because I don't want to buy it in a bigger size. 

Isn't it just so classic?

Look how it swings!  I'm so tempted to ask my brother to buy it for me and bring it here when he visits in a week...must resist!  Aritzia usually brings back their classic styles yearly, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed this will still be available next year.  Ooh, wait, maybe I can get someone to buy it for me during Boxing Day sale!  Hmm...

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Christmas ornaments

Christmas is my favorite time of the year.  There's just something about the season that makes me happy.  We put our tree up last week, and while it's not completely decorated yet, some of the ornaments are up, and I wanted to share some of my favorites.

Just seeing them everyday brightens up my mood.  Happy December, everyone!

Party shoes

It's party season, and while I may be having slight difficulties finding party clothes that fit, shoes have always been easier. These are glittery without being too glittery, if you know what I mean. I actually bought and returned a more glittery pair last year, so I don't know if these are "subtle" enough, but they do say holiday to me! Sometimes glitter can be a good thing. They're out of my size on Endless and Zappos, but Nordstrom still has them in stock.

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Mini fashionista

Cutest thing ever!

(Pic by Stockholm Street Style, via A Cup of Jo)

Maialino

I kind of miss posting about food. Ever since we moved here to Western Mass, there just doesn't seem to be as many opportunities to actually go out and eat somewhere really nice since it feels like we're so far from everything. Good thing we take occasional trips to NYC, where H indulges my passion for trying new restaurants.

Last Saturday, we decided on a quick day trip to Manhattan and I was able to get a brunch reservation at Maialino. I've been wanting to try this place for a while now.

Located beside the Gramercy Park Hotel, the entrance is warm and welcoming, leading to a more spacious back area that's a bit brighter.

The bread they gave us was pretty good, but would have been better served warm.

H and I shared the Bomboloni con crema (doughnuts with cream) that was recommended by our server. These were delicious! The doughnuts were not too sweet and the cream was just oh-so-lightly sweetened and cool that it was like tasting a little bite of heaven. Mmmm!

I wasn't feeling very hungry so I decided to have the Scrambled Eggs, Pecorino, and Black Pepper. This was an amazing dish! They served the eggs exactly the way I like them, and exactly the way I can never get them to look at home. Soft and warm, the pecorino and black pepper added just the right amount of flavor to the eggs.

Once H saw the words "suckling pig", he knew what he was going to order. This is the Suckling Pig with Arugula. Served with pasta, it was very tasty, although H thought the portion was a bit small.

We ended the meal with one of the best cappuccinos I've had in a while. The aroma was incredible! It was nice to be able to just enjoy sipping a cup while reading the New York Times (on iPhone, of course!).

Duly fortified, H and I were ready for a day of strolling around.

Maialino
2 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY 10010

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(212) 777-2410

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