summer memories

I grew up around cats, actually a lot of different animals, cats, dogs, cows, goats, you name it. Every summer spent with my grandparents in the village was not like the one before. All three months were full of adventures - watching a new litter of kittens, looking forward to a strawberry season, collecting potato bugs or searching for chicken eggs in the shed.  
There were no iPads or PlayStations to keep kids busy, all you had was your imagination. I hope one day my kids would be able to appreciate nature and simplicity of things.

dark knight rises

Just saw it yesterday with my friend Stacey. The line to enter the movie theatre was around the block, but I guess for a blockbuster it’s normal. The movie was amazing, even though Batman in his glory showed up late. I didn’t seem to miss him because of other amazing characters,mostly Bane and Cat Woman. Bane’s face mask was really intriguing, although the voice I found a bit disappointing. Did you see Batman vs. Bane fights? At times I kept forgetting who I was routing for. Anne Hathaway as Cat Woman was a great choice, she definitely kept stealing my eye every scene, looking amazing in her cat suit, and showing off her unbelievably thin waist. Grrrr... And the sweetheart Joseph Gordon-Levitt, he always plays a nice guy. Remember 500 Days of Summer?

don't give me that look

A Kabbalah bracelet is meant to protect and ward off the"evil eye". I'm not a very superstitious person,but believe people's envy can affect you. Wear this bracelet on the left wrist, your heart side. When the string breaks, the bracelet has completed its function of absorbing negative energy. I'm giving this bracelet to my darling friend Jacqui next week,I know she will definitely need in her upcoming ventures.

sandwich artistry

Every week I look forward to a Sunday. First of all because it is the only day off I get from work,internship and school (yes,I have my hands full this summer). And secondly, on a Sunday me and Justin usually create something special and picture worthy. Justin is a genius with a camera and that sandwich tasted as good as it looks. Turkey, swiss, arugula, avocado and a sunny side egg on whole wheat. Is it Sunday yet?

randez vous á bastille day on 60th st

This is my second year attending Bastille Day at 60th St. A hot day, large crowd and out of this world pastry miracles by the local patisseries is a usual thing for this festival. Payard coffee eclairs and Bosie macarons were definitely my favorite!Turns out Payard is located not too far from my work, that's not good.
Yes, I admit pastries is my soft spot, or should I say sweet spot? I have to mention Dominique Ansel Bakery in my future posts, his creations are pure delicious art.

my love & me

My friend Therese had invited me and Justin over her house this weekend at Far Rockaway. Eggplant sandwiches, cold beer and good company made a perfect day at the beach.