Monthly Archives: November 2011

Coffee Without a Kick

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Veronica

There are those that drink several cups of coffee a day, those that drink a cup or decaf every once and while, and those that never partake. I belong to the last group, but not by choice – I am … Continue reading →

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Hidden Height

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Veronica

I always like a good wedge heel. Even though I’m fairly tall (5’9″ to be exact), most of my extra height seems to come from my torso rather than my legs (and finding tops that are long enough is a … Continue reading →

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Scenes from Thanksgiving

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Veronica

I had the pleasure of spending Thanksgiving with both my parents and my future in-laws, together at one dinner table. There was a lot to celebrate and be thankful for: new jobs, new retirements, and the joining of two families. … Continue reading →

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Top of the Muffin to you

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Veronica

When I purchased my whoopie pie pan (here), I actually had an ulterior motive for buying it – muffin tops. I belong to the group of muffin aficionados that prefer to eat just the top as opposed to the entire … Continue reading →

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Seaton Sale

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Veronica

One of my favorite Cali luxury beachwear designers, Seaton, is having a huge blowout sale right now and I highly recommend checking it out here! They are offering 40-75% off some of their most popular pieces, including their signature cashmere … Continue reading →

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Versace for H&M: Weekend Update

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Veronica

{The line for Versace outside the H&M store on Powell Street, San Francisco} As could have been expected, I heard the Versace for H&M collection sold out within hours at most stores. I walked by the H&M store at Powell … Continue reading →

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Healthier Hollandaise

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Veronica

Hollandaise sauce seems to always be a guilty pleasure – a weekend brunch topper or a dinner party treat. However, this recipe uses 1/8th the amount of butter used in a normal hollandaise recipe and tastes just as great, no … Continue reading →

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Slow-roasted Salmon

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Veronica

I love cooking fish but have always been intimidated by salmon for fear of drying it out when cooking (and no one likes dry salmon). However, I’ve made this recipe several times now and it has become one of my … Continue reading →

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Bananas for Yonanas

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Veronica

I love almost anything banana-flavored and have been obsessing about this machine with a funny name ever since spotting it in a magazine several months ago. A gadget that turns frozen ripe bananas into a creamy “soft-serve like” treat with … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon: Versace for H&M

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Veronica

Another exciting designer collaboration is upon us…at 8am this Saturday (November 19th) the new Versace collection for H&M hits select stores stateside. Prices range from $20 to $300, and because of that, fans can likely expect the collection to sell … Continue reading →

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