Foodie Friday: Fiesta Fixings For Cinco de Mayo

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Cinco de Mayo, The May holiday that celebrates Mexico's victory over France in the 1862 Battle of Puebla. For most of us, it's a fun excuse to mix a Margarita, toast a tortilla, and add a little spice to our lives.  Here's inspiration, recipes, and cooks tools for your own family fiesta. 

Chipotle Shrimp Taco 
Could a taco look any more appealing? This is a must make recipe for me. It's all topped off with Chipotle Lime Creama. Done!
Heather Christo

Taco Rack
Such a handy serving piece for any taco bar or fiesta!
Sur La Table

Stealth Margarita
Made with St. Germain elderflower liqueur. So attractive when served in various sized glasses.
Martha Stewart Weddings

Tequila Buffet
From Robert Lock Studio, this is a a tasting set for beginners and connoisseurs alike.
AHALife

Chicken In Green Pumpkin-Seed Sauce
This recipe calls for chicken thighs with skin and bones. I would certainly change those out for boneless chicken breasts. The little pepitas add a playful touch.
Bon Appetit

Hawaiian Carne Asada Fries with Pineapple Pico De Gallo
Could a fry get any better? I think not. This is a one dish meal that is fresh, flavorful, colorful, cheesy and what my dreams are made of.
Half Baked Harvest

DIY Tamales Kit with Mexican Chilies
I have never made a tamale, but this set makes me think I might be able to do it. 
Provisions at Food52

Chocolate and Cinnamon Flan
The traditional Mexican dessert has been given a makeover with this elegant recipe. It gets even prettier when served with strawberries.
Taste AU

Tortilla Soup
The perfect starter for every Mexican meal.
Food Network

Blackjack Quesadillas
Made with pork belly, Gochujang chili paste, lime and orange juice, just to name a few ingredients. This recipe sounds very interesting. I bet it has a kick, too.
Gourmet Traveller

Charcoal Companion Quesadilla Grill Basket
What a great idea for Summer grilling!
Chefs Catalog

Frutas Con Chile Y Limón
Mexican Fruit with Chili and Lime. Bring Mexican street eats to your table.  This is a fun set up for your own fiesta at home. See the DIY video at
Pop Sugar

Avocado Cream and Chicken Suiza Enchiladas

This recipe had me at 2 Cups Whipping Cream! 
Foodie Crush

  Mexicali Dinnerware
Spice things up at your own fiesta with these bright and colorful ironstone dishes. 
Pier 1

Mushroom and Goat Cheese Queso

Enjoy queso a new way thanks to this super simple recipe. This promises to be a killer app.
Pop Sugar

Sloppy Jose
Doesn't this recipe just make you smile? Made with pork, corn salsa, and firm fiore di latte, which is a semi-soft, fresh cheese with a smoked taste. Yum!
Gourmet Traveller

 

Mexican Ceviche with Shrimp
I adore a good seafood cerviche. My brother-in-law makes a sensational salmon cerviche. This composed salad is easy to create and is so fresh and sprightly for Spring.
Gooseberry Mooseberry

Pineapple Grapefruit Margarita
Serve this Margarita frozen or straight up. If frozen it resembles a palate cleansing sorbet. 
Super Golden Bakes

Skull Cocktail Shaker
Designed by Thomas Fuchs of hammered silver and red glass. This is the perfect thing to shake, not stir, my margarita. Also quite appropriate for celebrating the Day of The Dead! 
Barney's New York

Mexican Fish With Quinoa Salad
Recipe taken from Lorna Jane Clarkson, activewear designer and author of Nourish: The Fit Woman’s Cookbook. It is finished with a Lime and Coriander Dressing. As easy on your waistline as it is on the eyes.
Rue Magazine

Purple Scallion & Chevron Guacamole
Goat cheese in guac? Why not? This creamy rendition will delight your guests.
Will Frolic For Food

White Marble Mortars & Pestles
Perfect for grinding chilies, spices, and avocado for guacamole. Handy and not expensive at all.
Sur La Table

Banana Fritters On a Stick with Peanut Sugar + Mexican Chocolate Sauce

Oh I think I have died and gone to heaven! With a slightly spicy sauce, this recipe must be worth the carbs. Ole!
Half Baked Harvest

Sarah Ashley Schiear's Gourmet DIY Taco Bar Benefiting Tipping Point

"Skirt steak and bone marrow, octopus and squid, kale and roasted shitake mushrooms… these are just a few of the unique combos that Chef Sarah Ashley Schiear brings to the table with her gourmet taco bar." If you live in New York or wish to treat someone in NYC, this fiesta is a fun idea for groups of 8 - 30. Read all about this unique party perfect idea.

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All Things Equestrian Chic

With the 141st Run For The Roses, The Kentucky Derby, this Saturday, I am in a horsey mood. Not so very long ago, "Mr. Shop This" and I were racehorse owners ourselves. It is a very exciting sport with highs and lows. We won many races and lost some, too.  To this day, we still love a good race, a beautiful horse, a little hors'n around and all things equestrian chic!

HERE: An Equestrian Chic Collection

Jonathan Adler Luxembourg Horse Trinket Box
A well appointed decor accessory and home for your stylish jewelry and keepsakes.
Bloomingdales

Horse Bit Stud Earrings
Gold accessories are a good bet as a gift for Mom and college coeds.
Henri Bendel

Connor Mandarin Engraved Notecard Set
I have a set of these cards. They are luxe and ever so lovely. Many other icons available including letters.
Barneys New York

Cavalleria Toscana
Talk about style in the saddle! The very definition of "Equestrian Chic," this entire outfit can be found in one place at
Net-a-Porter

Fendi Casa Villa Borghese Pillows
Have you ever visited a Fendi Casa store? It's a trip into a luxury world of the highest end decor. This plush pillow is an elegant example of the style and quality of the brand.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Hold Your Horses Teepee
Whoa! Wild horses won't be able to keep your little one from pitching this tent. Waterproof for outdoors and decorative enough for an indoor fort.
AHAlife

Uno The Horse Print By Kari Herer
"This limited edition print was created in honor of Kaitlyn's Foundation, an organization in Texas that supports special needs children of military families who use horses for therapy - one of those horses being Uno. Our favorite part? A portion of the proceeds is donated to the foundation."
Anthropologie

Piers Atkinson
This English beauty is inspired by one of England's favorite pastimes – gardening.  The perfect hat for a lovely day at the races!
Net-a-Porter

Gilded Window Bench 
A vintage piece that is really striking. I can imagine how it might look with the seat covered in a black and gold Hermes scarf.
One Kings Lane

Moon and Lola Danbury Horseshoe Necklace
The perfect layering piece for a bit of fashionable good luck.
Zhush

Lauren Home Equestrian Braid Tray
Inspired by the leather bridles of show horses, this tray serves up style in any room of the home. 
Ralph Lauren

Gucci Crocodile Horsebit Loafer
This shoe has become a classic in men's loafers.
Gucci

Maggie Tote
American made and luxe leather tote is accented with a horse hair tassel. By Oliveve.
Free People

Gucci Blanket Throw
This wool and cashmere throw is gorgeous featuring horse stitches and fringe. It has been reduced by 60% for a limited time!
Bluefly

The Early Times Mint Julep Recipe

2 cups sugar
2 cups water
Sprigs of fresh mint
Crushed ice
Early Times Kentucky Whisky

Silver Julep Cups

Cheers. May Your Horse Win!

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Spring Bridal Beauty

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Tarte Cosmetics Blushing Bride 
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Charlotte Tillbury The Ingénue
"The perfect look for the cosmopolitan life: flawless skin, a soft grey smoky eye and a pinky peachy lip. The uptown girl is made up daily to pretty, polished perfection." Sold as a set or by product at 
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5 Ponytails To Wear On Your Wedding Day
I always envy a girl who can rock a pony tail even on the dressiest of occasions. I especially liked this sweet and graceful look.  The makeup is also so very pretty. The face and hair products used in part were Shu Uemura Art of Hair Touch of Gloss Brilliant Melt-In Balm on sale now at Amazon, Tom Ford Eye Color Quad in Cognac Sable at Saks
Town and Country Magazine

Jane Iredale Beauty
This mineral based, oil free, all natural line of cosmetics provide a soft focus look that is perfect for your special day.

To get this look the following products were used Dream Tint® Moisture Tint with the Blending Brush. PurePressed® Base in your favorite shade with The Handi™ Brush. PureMatte™ Finish Powder. Cheeks: Whisper PurePressed® Blush on the apples and So-Bronze under the cheekbones. Eyes: goWarm Eye Steppes and PureLash™ Extender & Conditioner. Black Ice Longest Lash Thickening and Lengthening Mascara. Lip color: Lip Fixation® Mania
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