Saturday's At Shop This

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It's been a terrible week in this country. But always wanting to keep things positive, there's a little bit of happiness going on in my part of the world. Chicago is about to slowly "come out" this week. My building is out of lock down Monday.  So next week, I happily look forward to a little pampering, and a cookout on our deck. YES! Here's some links for the small pleasures in life.

Self Care: It's important.  Goop gives us  a night of self care with a free GOOPGLOW 15% Overnight Peel. Use Code OVERNIGHT with any 
beauty purchase.
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Who knew that one could get so excited about just heading to an outdoor deck as I am? If you have your own, you'll enjoy the One Kings Lane "Styling Tips for Every Outdoor Space."
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Now that most states can get out a little, what are you wearing? Treat yourself to something casual at Splendid. 40% off Dresses + up to 80% off Sale Items all Weekend-Long!
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More simple pleasures: A fun game with friends or each other. Mexican Train. I look forward to playing this game outside this Summer.

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In a world of NO why not just say yes? Loving the Clare V "Oui" sweatshirt at Anthropologie.
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For the Kiddos: Beam them up, Scotty! Camp may be off this year, but that doesn't mean you can't create a space that's both inspiring and maybe even educational.  All of your aspiring astronauts will love this fun Space edit at Maisonette.
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The one thing that we all can still do is have a cocktail outside at home. These acrylic animal print stemless wine glasses are so chic! 
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During lockdown, I have lost all of my nails. I used acrylic, but not any more. Looking forward to a regular manicure next week.  I have decided to use nail lacquers with the least amount of chemicals. My research tells me Deborah Lippmann and Smith & Cult's  are two of the safest. I have chosen S & C's Sugarette. Love it. 
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Going to cut this post short, as it is my anniversary. Shout to my guy,"Mr. Shop This." Thank you for being my baby's Daddy and the love of my life.

This weekend, try to find the joy in small pleasures, like a manicure, a walk, an alfresco dinner at home. That's exactly what I will be 

doing. Please join me.

XOXOX

Deb

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Happiness On A Bun: 12 Bold & Beautiful Burger Recipes

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Well, I am a day late. Yesterday was National Hamburger Day, but I can eat one any day of the week. How about you? This recipe roundup has a little something for all tastebuds and dietary preferences. You can have yours stuffed, drizzled, or caramelized with or without meat. Here's inspiration!

Fried Mozzarella and Caramelized Peach Caprese Burger 
Could a burger sound or look more appealing? It's all topped off with a homemade Balsamic Drizzle. 
Half Baked Harvest

Spicy Guacamole Burger with Jalapeño Mayo 
WOW! It's only breakfast time here, but I want this burger now. Inside those burgers are finely chopped onions. 
Sprig and Flours

Brisket Burgers With Cheddar, Slaw and Comeback Sauce
They say that brisket makes the best burgers. I have never seen ground brisket at a market, have you? Maybe you have to do it yourself. Turns out I make this comeback sauce almost daily.....it's great, but I do add a pinch of sweetness.
Gourmet Traveller

Thai Curry Turkey Burgers With Spicy Mayo And Coconut-Lime Slaw
The most exotic of the roundup . The dressing for the slaw sounds dreamy!
Host The Toast

French Fry Bourbon Burgers
This recipe had me at Bourbon! The booze is in the sauce and sounds heavenly!
Jag Grills

Southwestern Black Bean Burgers
{ Vegan and Gluten-Free }
Where's the beef? With a recipe so flavorful, it's just not needed. Think cilantro, sea salt,  fresh jalapeno 
and more.
Heather Christo

Roast Chicken and Creamy Garlic Mushroom Burger

Slices of roast chicken piled on a homemade brioche roll with fried mushrooms, creamy-cheesy garlic mushroom sauce, crispy bacon and leaves of baby spinach. Oh my!

Kitchen Sanctuary

Balsamic Portobello Burgers with Caramelized Onions & Garlic Aioli
"These burgers get their flavor from fresh garlic, sea salt and black pepper, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil."
Minimalist Baker

 Hawaiian BBQ Salmon Burgers with Coconut Caramelized Pineapple 
These just might be on the menu this weekend! This burger was made with fresh Copper River salmon, which is my fave. You, of course, can use whatever you find fresh. YUM!
Half Baked Harvest

Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
Haven't had one in years, but a pizza burger was always my fave as a teen. It was a ritual after a day at the beach, These look incredible.
The Inspired Home

Brie Stuffed Burgers with Sweet Chili Mayo & Corn Salsa
I rarely have cheese on a burger, but when I do, I want it inside of the patty. What a symphony of flavors and textures this must be!
The Inspired Home

Grilled Veggie Sliders with Goat Cheese Spread
What a beautiful burger!  And it's all topped off with a roasted red pepper vinaigrette. 
How Sweet It Is

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Sunshine on Your Shoulder

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As the song goes, "Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy." In the Summer, I try to get an hour of sun everyday. It does wonderful things for my mental attitude and Vitamin D levels. Yes, I do use a "mineral sunscreen," and have been off the chemical stuff for years.  Each sunscreen featured here will also have the EWG safety rating listed. Personally, I wouldn't use anything with a rating of more than 2. Today's post will have you totally sun-set with suncare and beach accessories!

The Best Sunscreens & The Toxic Ones 

to Avoid 
If you are confused about sunscreens, this article spells it all out. It lists the good ones, the bad, the best. You'll learn about what chemicals cause cancer or skin irritation. I call this the Bible on the subject of sunscreens.
Dr. Axe

Beautycounter Countersun
With an overall EWG rating of 2, it also has won the Allure Beauty award for sunscreens. A bonus is that it is ocean friendly! Please note that the Spray Mist version is not recommended with an EWG score of 6.
Beautycounter

Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen
WG scientists reviewed the Biossance Squalane + Zinc Sheer Mineral Sunscreen, on March 10, 2020 for safety according to the methodology outlined in the Skin Deep Cosmetics Database. It is rated 1-2 on all ingredient levels.

Sephora

Personalized Sun Hat

So cute and totally customizable with your own text. 

Less than $25.

ModParty

Beekman 1802 Suncare Products

Hello Sunshine! The sunscreen itself has not yet been rated by the EWG, but all of their other products are verified and highly recommended. Think goat milk and pure aloe. Save 30% now.

Beekman 1802

Juice Beauty Sport Sunscreen

This is the perfect solution for anyone who is active: It’s water-resistant up to eighty minutes, SPF 30, and really nicely priced. I used this all last Summer. Loved it. No scent.  It has an EWG rating of  2 out of 10.

 Amazon. or Juice Beauty

bareMinerals Faux Tan

If you are looking for zero sunshine, but want to look tan, here's your answer. I use this product for touchups on my arms and chest. It is great and gives you the lightest color that's never orange. Using the brush is key! The product never touches your hands. It has a EWG rating of 2. Find a special offer at...

QVC

The Sun Shelter Pop Up Tent

 It throws shade in the best of ways. Your best friend for a day at the beach is some shade. It's light to carry and snaps right open. This makes a great gift for any beach lover.

Food52

Sunnyscreen

Sunnyscreen is a broad-spectrum sunscreen line with three different formulas for babies and kiddos. It was created by former teacher, Supergoop CEO and Founder Holly Thaggard.  It rates a EWG Score of 2. The ingredients in this product pose a LOW health concern.  Save 20% with Code: SUNSALE thru May 29th. 

Supergoop

Attitude Living Sunscreen

EWG Verified natural sun care products feature 100% mineral sunscreens with non-nano zinc oxide, a natural sunscreen face stick and a calendula aftersun melt-in gel.

Amazon

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Saturdays At Shop This: Memorial Day Edition

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This will be a very different holiday weekend for most of us. It won't look  like the 1958 Swimsuited revellers above, enjoying a glass of wine outside the Carlton Hotel, Cannes. I do feel bummed about the restrictions, but Chicago, where I am, has over 63,000 Covid19 positive cases. So social distancing will be done with my Quarantine Team. Do you have one? Here's some links to begin the holiday.

I think we all have been holding back on our shopping lately. But now is the time to treat yourself, or get those things we absolutely need. I have updated the list of Sales and Coupon Codes on the blog. Find them HERE.
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Have you Shopped the "World Bazaar" at 
Bloomingdales yet? It's an interesting edit of interesting finds and handcrafted pieces from all over the world. I loved the small Turkish scarves.
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Made In The Shade: With warmer weather upon us, it is time to get outdoors. The sun is so good for us, but don't get too much. This edit of sale Patio and Beach umbrellas is very chic and unique at
One Kings Lane
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Doing any Zoom Cocktail Hours over the long weekend? Be mindful of your background, or you may be caught with your ironing board and clothes basket in view. Here's a hook up for free downloadable Zoom Backgrounds:
Flavor Paper Wallpaper's backgrounds will add so much flavor to your 
cocktail hour.
One King's Lane backgrounds are less fun but very design orientated.

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We have to keep the pretty going, even during a pandemic. Bobbi Brown Cosmetics has a new limited edition Summer Glow Collection. It will warm up your look with a golden glow and
 pops of pink. 
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New Ways of Gathering: How do we honor all the life that keeps happening to us, even though we are in isolation? Birthdays, graduations, a final chemo treatment, baby showers, funerals: How do we mark these milestone moments? 
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24 Quick & Easy Recipes To Make for 
Memorial Day via Food52
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With the warmer weather this weekend and beyond, are you looking for a sun hat?  Here's a really cute straw one for under $50. Then there are these pearl trimmed hats by Jennifer Behr. 
Both fabulous!
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And finally, there's help for dark roots and grey hair. I have been using Style Edit for the last 3 weeks to cover some dark roots. Not having my hair colored since Valentine's Day has posed a problem. This powder product is a lifesaver! It comes in 10 colors, takes me about 2 minutes to apply with zero down time or mess. I use Medium Blond for my highlighted hair. You will love it.

Cheers to your holiday plans! 

Please stay safe.

XOXOX

Deb

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Grilling In Style: Recipes & Grill Goods

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We are just three days away from Memorial Day, the unofficial start of grilling season. Make sure you are ready to fire up the barbecue with all the right stuff. My building has chosen not to open our outdoor deck just yet.  So don't be surprised if I show up at your house this weekend. In the mean time, plan your meals and shop these grilling deals.

New York Strip Steaks With Bourbon Steak Sauce
There isn't anything that I don't like about this recipe. I was surprised to read that these steaks are marinated in butter and olive oil for 30 minutes before grilling. Sounds delish!
Williams Sonoma

Grilled Guacamole
First things first. No, you do not grill your already made guac. That would be messy. Instead you grill the ingredients before you put it together. What a great idea. If you have not yet grilled a lemon or lime, you will be amazed at the amount of juice you get.  This recipe ups your guacamole game to another level.
 I am trying it!
How Sweet Eats

Grilled Garlic, Rosemary and Mustard Shrimp
Oh the smell of fresh rosemary cooking is heavenly. This recipe only takes 22 minutes from start to finish!
Heather Christo

Himalayan Salt Plate
My future son-in-law gave me one of these. I do believe in the health benefits of Himalayan salt. It's all we use. Can't wait to use ours this season. Click the link to read about all of the 
suggested uses.
Sur La Table

Tropical Jerk Grilled Chicken with Charred Mango Salsa Verde
Anyone can grill a chicken breast, but as I always say, life is too short to cook boring food. The recipe begins with marinating the chicken, which is always essential in my book. The salsa verde is the fabulous finishing touch. 
Half Baked Harvest

Grilled Veggies
This is a no brainer for grilling. It's easy, tasty, and oh so colorful. 
Love & Lemons

Wildwood Grilling Grill Master Collection
For the grilling guru. This set of flavored wooden planks and smoking chips will up your grill game instantly.
Food52

Bacon Wrapped BBQ Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin is a"go to" for us on the grill. It's just so good and quick to cook. This recipe puts mine to shame. The meat is dressed to the nines with bacon and stuffed with smoky cheese.
Oh wow!
Go Go Go Gourmet

Grilled Pizza with Pepperoni and Mushrooms
My sister does pizzas on the grill, usually as an appetizer to go with cocktails. They are so so good. I want to try this recipe at some time this Summer. Can't you just taste that crispy crust and 
smoky cheese?
Leite's Culinaria

Ooni Karu Wood & Charcoal Fired  Pizza Oven
Crispy crust is guaranteed, as this oven heats up to 932 F in 60 seconds!! Fueled by wood or charcoal, it’s also compatible with gas when used with an attachment (sold separately). No more carry out with this little machine.
Sur La Table

Mexican Chorizo Garlic Shrimp Burger
Oh my gosh, you guys. This burger is served on a sweet potato bun! It has a long list of ingredients but is hardly any work. I would say whatever they call for, is well worth the trouble.
Lady And Pups

Cuisinart Bamboo Tool Set
We need this set. 13 tools that you will use each time you grill. Very reasonably priced.
Amazon




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