Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Cupcake
Did someone say cupcakes? No, I think they said curly cakes. Specifically, Isabelle’s Curly Cakes, the hip new cupcake shop in Beacon Hill that’s owned by celeb chef Todd English and daughter Isabelle. When my friend Ryan suggested that we stop in one Sunday, I couldn’t resist sampling a few cupcakes to see what the buzz was all about.
Fenway Park by Jessica Gioglio
There’s a new SavvyBostonian in town and she’s set up shop on a brand spanking new Tumblr page! Filled with vibrant photos of Boston, fashion, food, compelling quotes and more, my goal for this site is to make it a daily inspiration page.
Launched nearly two weeks ago, I’ve quickly realized that Tumblr is the perfect place to indulge in my photography obsession. And, indulge I have. From fab fashion bloggers, to foodies, social media strategists, my follower list is eclectic at best. Unfortunately, where I’m lacking is discovering where all of the dynamic Boston-area Tumblr enthusiasts are.
Any Bostonians out there on Tumblr? Know of a cool site I show follow? Leave a comment below with your Tumblr url, or follow my site. I’d love to see how you’re leveraging Tumblr as your personal inspiration page….
http://savvybostonian.tumblr.com/
Three cheers for the Boston blogging community! Recently, the lovely Kinsey Michaels popped into my inbox with an exciting announcement: a swanky new website dedicated to shining a spotlight on local bloggers. Please give a warm welcome to BostonBloggers.com.
Though I’ve been blogging since 2006 and read many local blogs, nothing could have prepared me for the extensive blogroll on BostonBloggers.com. Who knew there were so many of us? And, that we’re all such a talented bunch of writers, photographers, chefs and thought leaders? The words astonished, proud and excited come to mind.
In addition to linking to local blogs, this site features profiles of local bloggers, plus events to encourage the Boston blogging community to meet in person. A big thanks to Kinsey for creating and continually populating this site with fresh, relevant content.
Please visit BostonBloggers.com and immerse yourself in our amazing local blogging community. And, if you’re a Boston Blogger, don’t forget to get yourself on the list!
Let's Make a Heart by thefleeg From Flickr
Overly expensive pre-fixe meals? Ridiculously huge heart-shaped boxes of chocolates? Unnecessary amounts of red roses? I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a fan of the hoopla surrounding Valentine’s Day. Therefore, in the spirit of celebrating Boston’s simple pleasures, I’ve decided to share a few of my top picks for quality vendors, nibbles, and more that will brighten up your Valentine’s Day in the city, without costing too much. From romantic, to indulgent, to DIY, these places, treats and ideas are special throughout the year, but are also Valentine’s Day appropiate. Please consider this my Valentine’s Day gift to you. Mwah!
Spiked Sparkling Cider, Mood Lighting Optional!
Thanks to my lovely roommate and her friends, I’ve been inducted into a cocktail club. Each month, a group of ladies get together at someone’s home to try a unique drink paired with a delicious nibble. The best part? The host takes care of the food/drink, allowing the guests to relax. How often are you a guest at someone’s home and are told to bring nothing, except for your delightful self?
A recent cocktail club introduced me to a delicious new drink that’s a play on sparkling cider. Ripped from the pages of Real Simple Magazine, this drink pairs my love of prosecco with two very unexpected ingredients – apple juice and goldschlager. Sure, you could purchase store-bought cider and add alcohol to it, but this drink feels and tastes slightly more sophisticated. From the fizzy prosecco, to the not too sweet combination of apple juice and goldschlager, this cinnamon scented cider has become a go-to winter cocktail in my apartment.
For a cocktail club or dinner party occasion, serve with roasted pork tenderloin, green beans and a mushroom risotto.
Spiked Sparkling Cider – Serves 20
4 bottles chilled Prosecco
6 cups chilled Apple Juice
3/4 cup Goldschlager
Mix, clink glasses with your friends and enjoy!
For more of my recipes, click here.