flowers from the market, lipstick that came in the most stunning packaging, and a new floral paris inspired candle are some of the small things that are making me happy this winter.
small luxuries
15 Saturday Feb 2020
dining area
08 Saturday Feb 2020
Posted in home, home decor
my post from the holidays made me realize that i never did a dining area reveal. while this area will still change over time as we collect more art from our travels, it makes me ridiculously happy to eat at as is. the lamp is from drew barrymore’s collection for walmart and fits in perfectly without blocking the art.
eleven madison park
01 Saturday Feb 2020
we were so fortunate to finally make it down the street to one of the best restaurants in the world – eleven madison park. even though i am vegetarian, i did not feel cheated out of the amazing culinary experience at all (we even got to visit the impeccable kitchen!). it was truly a night to remember.
scenes from the holidays
25 Saturday Jan 2020
i am woefully behind on posting, but wanted to share some snapshots of christmas around our house and nyc (taken at the vessel).
napa food
18 Saturday Jan 2020
the most important part of our recent trip to napa was probably what we ate and drank. everywhere we went, even the most casual diner, served dishes that blew our minds. perhaps it is all the access to fresh, local food? i mean where else in america can you get perfectly ripe strawberries in december? below are some shots of our favorite dishes.
napa snapshots
11 Saturday Jan 2020
Posted in random
napa is one of the most breathtaking places in america i have had the pleasure of visiting. we experienced a range of weather, but even in the rain, it was stunning (and the rain brought out a gorgeous double rainbow). the weather was a perfect 55 – 60 degrees, and the range of vegetation was amazing. i sincerely hope we have the opportunity to go back soon.
carneros
04 Saturday Jan 2020
Posted in travel
we spent a lovely and decadent long weekend in napa in december. we stayed at the amazing carneros resort and spa, and never wanted to leave the property. every room is a little cottage, and there is such amazing foliage around every corner.
{our room}
{the lovely outdoor deck which we rarely got to use because of the rain}
{one of the spots at the property popular for weddings}
{wild pomengrate trees were scattered around}
{the library area at reception}
{the breathtaking pool that overlooks the vineyards}
the one where i bought all the japanese pottery
28 Saturday Dec 2019
Posted in home, home decor, japan
to say that i had a mild obsession with the pottery in japan is quite the understatement. we went to more stores than i can count, and i feasted on all the little bowls and dishes they had available. while many of these are meant for japanese-style meals, i use them everyday for mise en place while cooking, separating parts of my meal while eating, or even holding my tea bag.
these pictures make me ridiculously happy.
hakone open air museum
21 Saturday Dec 2019
Posted in japan
our last stop in japan before heading back to tokyo to catch our flight was hakone. the best part was the open air museum, which was like storm king but in japan. and therefore cooler (and certainly cleaner).
kyoto 2
14 Saturday Dec 2019
Posted in japan
i still dream about those strawberry mochis at night.
aubergine moon 