DVF for Gap Kids

Some exciting news on the mom front (passed along from my cousin - the mom of one stylin little girl), DVF will launch a line with Gap Kids arriving March 15th. Priced from $20-$50, baby to XXL (can I wedge myself into a youth XXL??) these pint size style are too cute!

All these mini wrap dresses, love!

Girls' Night Out

Support a great cause, CancerCare, while enjoying a night of shopping, wine, hors d'oeuvres and music with your girl friends! CancerCare offers free, professional support for anyone affected by cancer.

Thursday March 1st at Lillian August in Norwalk from 7-10pm (VIP access at 6). There will be vendors as well as a silent auction with items such as a wine tasting for 10 at AOC Fine Wines, a catered three-course dinner party for 12 from Susan Kane Catering or a $50 gift certificate and in-home trunk show with champagne and muffins from Stella & Dot. Over 50 auction items!

Sponsored by Lillian August, Fat Cat Pie Co, Serendipity and The Plumed Serpent Bridal among others.

Silver Tickets available for $75, Gold Tickets (which include access to the VIP party) for $100.

Tickets available through CancerCares website.

Quick Pasta Recipes

I'm off to NYC tomorrow for a trade show so I apologize for the short posts this week! Have a busy week yourself? Check out two of these easy but delicious looking recipes I stumbled across on Pinterest. This might be one of my favorite components of Pinterest, such an awesome way to save the links to any recipe that catches your eye!

Chicken with Artichokes and Angel Hair

Penne with Roasted Asparagus and Balsamic Butter

Happy President's Day! 

*Update*

Finally made the chicken with artichokes and it was amazing! Used chicken tenders, deglazed the pan with white wine, and added the juice of half a lemon. Boil the sauce until thickened and then add the artichokes, capers and chicken back into the pan and continue to cook in a covered pan. Melt a little butter into the sauce at the end and serve over angel hair. SO good! 

Do You Pinterest?

I'm embarrassed to admit until sometime last week I wasn't even exactly sure what Pinterest was. But now it's fair to say I'm 100% hooked! I love seeing all the beautiful images everyone pins and it's such a great way to catalog all the things you're interested in. I have boards going for home, party, wedding, fashion and cooking ideas. It's the perfect place to start if your redecorating your home, planning a wedding, having a baby or just want all your favorite images in one place. If you're on Pinterest message me your user name so I can follow you! And if you'd like an invite to join just message me your email.

A few of my favorite pins...

Home Ideas

Beautiful Flowers 

Style Inspiration 

Delicious Food

www.pinterest.com

Ask the Pediatricians

A great event at the Darien Library tonight for those of you with little ones at home. A panel of local area pediatricians will be discussing winter wellness and answering any health questions you may have about your children. This is part of a series on creating healthier, happier kids. And one of my favorite docs will be moderating!

Darien Library
1441 Boston Post Rd, Darien
7pm

Have a sick little nugget at home? Grab this cute book to cheer them up. My mom actually brought this book to me last year when I had the flu and even at 27 it put a smile on my sniffly face.

Available at Amazon.com

Valentine's Day Treat

A Very Happy Valentines Day to all my readers! I loved this sweet little photo from Martha Stewart. You could even transition this into Easter with some pastel M&M's. Hope everyone has a special day!

If you're in the market to pick yourself up a cute little Valentine's Day treat, one of my friends sent me the link to this adorable jacket from Target over the weekend. I just love the ruffle and the lightweight style is perfect to transition into spring. And for $39.99 you can't beat it! 

Available at Target.com

Diners, Drive Ins and Dives

After hearing about a most delicious concoction called a "Jake's Burger," PK and I decided to set out Guy Fieri style to check out a little diner called Jake's Place in Darien. Right off ex 10 in a small trailer style building, we could tell from first glance that this was going to be a home run.

The famous "Jake's Burger" is a small hamburger with cole slaw and Russian dressing inside a grilled cheese. I don't have a great word to describe it other than one of the best things I've ever eaten. The burger was cooked perfectly, melty cheese, crunchy coleslaw, tangy dressing and a big side of crispy krinkle fries with a pickle. And all this for under $7. We think even Guy would approve!

Jake's is open for breakfast and lunch, Mon-Sat. Eat at the counter or one of the small tables and enjoy service from their friendly staff. The perfect stop for a quick lunch if you're traveling along 95 or a place to enjoy a casual, authentic diner breakfast. We'll definitely be back!

4 Ledge Rd, Darien
203.655.2305