Sundays at Shop This ~

What better day to talk about Winter White or "Cloud Dancer," The Pantone Color Of The Year? Half of the country is covered in snow. So here is my own contribution to this "Whiter Shade of Pale." Those of you of a certain age, may remember that tune by Procol Harum. Grab a hot cocoa and give this post a scroll.

The Trevi Fountain looks even more beautiful with this Zimmermann dress.

Cuddle Up Weather! I have a faux fur blanket on me as I type. If there ever was a time for an extra layer, it's now. This ultra soft fleece blanket has been majorly discounted from $229 - $43

Fashion & Function....for some! These Puffer Boots are just the cutest! But that heel wouldn't work for me on the best weather day. See them at Nordstrom 

Etsy offers the best homemade candles. These are some of my faves, and they are currently on sale. With scents like Sage & Lavender, Blood Orange, Sea Salt and Orchid, Vanilla, and more, they really are delightful!

Crazy for coconut, but you don't bake? Try Ina Garten's famous and award winning Coconut cake. Goldbelly will ship it to you for free and 20% off through Sunday. No sweet tooth? How about Chicago Deep Dish Pizza. Every single thing is on sale.

The Define Jacket at Lululemon is sleek and sporty chic. Perfect from the court to the gym.  It's made from their Luon fabric, which feels as good as it looks. And for even more amazing Activewear,  visit Shop This. 

Head to Serena & Lily for 25% off their beautiful bedding and bath products. I especially love the shower curtains. Do take a look today because this special sale is over tonight. 

15 Simple Homemade Face Masks For Glowing Skin. No need to spend $100 on a pre-made masks. This article tells you how to whip up a concoction from your own pantry. Tap the photo to get inspired!

Today is going to be a cozy hot cocoa kind of day for at least half of the country. You will find all things comfy chic at Splendid. They are also having a super sale with up to 70% off. 

Please Be Safe Out There, and 

~ Stay Warm ~

Saturdays At Shop This

Only a few days left until it's officially Autumn. The colors in this image above remind us that it is still summer.  And it is also sweater weather at night, here in the Hudson Valley. A crazy but lovely time of year. Please enjoy this edit of shopping links and articles. 

Zimmermann's fall collection is as stunning as ever. The draping on this dress is exquisitely done. By the way, draping in fall clothing is a big trend. Pre-order this dress at Moda Operandi.

Shop the Beauty Savings Event at Nordstrom. Save 15% on Lancome, Clinique, Osea, Hermes, Dior, LaMer and even Chanel! Prices are marked.

Fall Essential Sale at the Stuart Weitzman Outlet. Save up to 60%. Who doesn't want new pair of boots?

Ahhh sweater weather! This one is wool and cashmere, and just delightful By Love Shack Fancy. It's romanatic, Don't you think?

Wild Thing: Animal prints are huge this fall! I'll be doing a post of my own soon. Until then, Shopbop has a fun edit right now. And J.Crew's Leopard Hair Calf Belt is just the perfect touch.

Exfoliate this: Exfoliating Body Glove Set by Nerra. I am always looking to upgrade my self care routine. Read about these on Town and Country. They are now on sale at Nordstrom, if you want to give them a try. 

 

Fall horoscopes for every sign.

The September Sales are crazy good. Take another look at the post: Come Sale Shopping With Me.

Something new at GoldBelly: The Birthday Shop. Think show stopping cakes, iconic treats, and insta-worthy gifts. Perfect for when you can't be with your loved one on their special day. Also perfect for college kids away from home!

Here's your transitional sweater made of a beautiful blend of cotton and merino wool. It's Jenni Kayne and now 25% off. The all season staple sale features almost 200 beautiful buys up to 40% off. Shown here is The Simone.

Soon we will be back in the kitchen again. Shop the Anniversary Sale at Sur La Table for tasty sale treats. It's over Monday. On my radar: These Glass Divided Storage Containers for under $20. Porcelain Pasta Bowls for $12, and Cinnamon Infused Maple Syrup from Vermont for $12.99

Something for the guys: This vegan suede outerwear vest is really good looking in two colors. It's on major sale at Banana Republic Factory. Available in sizes up to XXl.

Lately, whenever I want to look for a recipe  I head to the Barefoot Contessa. I find her so fascinating. This book is almost a year old now, but new to me.  It's a memoir which also includes select recipes. A great $17 gift for any cook!

Have a wonderful weekend, Friends!

XOXOX

Deb

When In Doubt, Gift Food!

{ Via: Williams Sonoma  }

It's go time for gifting, my friends. The shipping cutoff times are upon us. If you are still shopping, and are stumped, food is always a good idea. This post features both sweet and savory treats ~ from Caviar to Truffles. Best of all, it will get there on time.  Go ahead and check your list, and send the fritters to me! :)

72 Handmade Tamales, For 18-24 People

Gift a big family, or select these for yourself, if having a party. I know first hand that these tamales are just fabulous, and oh so fun! There is still time for Christmas delivery.

Neiman Marcus

Ina's Coconut Cake

Oh my! I can't have The Barefoot Contessa deliver this to you, but Goldbelly will deliver it for free!

GoldBelly

Beehive Cheese Crate

We all have cheese lovers on our list. This beautifully presented gift is for them!

Williams Sonoma

Vosages Exotic Chocolate Truffles

Oh boy! Aren't these beautiful? From one of the ten best chocolatiers in the world. The chocolate lover will be thrilled with flavors from all around the world. The creativity of this box is amazing. Ships for free from....

Goldbelly

Linda's Gourmet Latkes

24 yummy and crispy potato pancakes.
Horchow

Culinary Ice Cream

Named the best Culinary flavored ice cream by Food and Wine magazine. And with flavors like Sea Salt with Caramel Ribbons, Pear & Blue Cheese, Strawberry Honey Balsamic, Gingerbread Cookie Dough, Cinnamon Snickerdoodle,  Honey Lavender, and more, you cannot go wrong. Minimum order is 5 pints. Sign up for texts and you get 10% off. They cannot guarantee arrival by Christmas, but I took a chance. Fingers crossed.

Salt & Stone

Truffle Hunter Truffle Slices
Gift the cook or truffle lover this. They will know just what to do with them!

Neiman Marcus

Boarderie Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Boards

This company has taken the gifting and food world by storm. And why not? They are super attractive, and ready to gift or eat. Right now, they are offering free overnight shipping. Go for it!

Boarderie

Lou Malnatti's Deep Dish Pizza

IMHO there are only 2 Chicago deep dish pizzas worth the calories. This is one of them. It's the crust that puts this pie at the top of the list. Each pizza serves 2 people, and you get six pizzas. Free fast shipping, too. Mangia!

Goldbelly

Stan's Donuts
I miss many things about Chicago, and Stan's is right at the top. Their donuts are beyond good. In fact the Apple Fritters are one of my favorite foods. I have linked you to their page on Goldbelly. You can order 12 or 24. Whatever you do, treat yourself to an Apple Fritter. These are worth every penny and calorie.

Goldbelly

Peppermint Bark
You can only find this at Williams Sonoma.  It's often copied but never matched. The bark is made with white chocolate, dark chocolate, and  peppermint candy. It's addictive! You have your choice of three sizes packed in a nostalgic tin.

Williams Sonoma

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Saturdays at Shop This

 

This is what I have planned for the weekend, mostly working away, and trying to fend off a cold that I refuse to get.  Speaking of cold, we are having our first blast of winter temperatures in New York. I do hope that you are warm and cozy. Before you get too busy with your own weekend plans, scroll down for the best links of the week!

Fashion's Latest Obsession: The Opera Glove. I have been noticing it everywhere. SSENSE has a good read on this trending and classic accessory. Cynthia Rowley has some great ones. Love the floral styles.

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Beat The Artic Blast Sale at Schweitzer Linen They are matching the windchill with 45% off over 100 cozy warm products.

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Jane Iredale Clean Makeup Savings: This is a luxe line of mineral makeup. You can save 20% for a limited time with code: JANE20. 

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Layer Up! Six ways to layer your necklaces.

Ina Garten's Ultimate Dinner For Two

Just in time for Valentine's Day

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The 13 Best Airbnbs in Upstate New York for a Weekend Away From the City. I live in the Hudson Valley now, and I am here to tell ya, Upstate NY is so fabulous!

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Jack Rogers has a new "driver" loafer, and it is so cute! Love in cork and the platinum.

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Sharing the "love"  this Valentine's Day? These white Love Salad Plates can be used any day of the year. So cute for $8.00 at Crate & Barrel.

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Clare V's new fragrance "Oui" is the perfect Valentine's gift.  It means Yes! Yes, a thousand times Yes! The bottle is fab.

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Laura Mercier is still offering 30% Off Bath & Body with Code: LOVE30. Her products are heavenly. Love the hand and body cream!

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Bundle up and don't blow away this weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

15 Warm & Cozy Winter Recipes

After the festivities of December, the month of January is a time to get cozy at home. Winter weather is so conducive to cuddling up and cooking. Cure your cravings with savory soups, hearty mains, cozy side dishes, and delicious desserts.

Crockpot French Onion Soup with Cheesy French Toast 

This soup is my number one cozy recipe for Winter. I have not made it yet, but I plan on enjoying some with a glass of champagne this weekend.  What could be more perfect?

Half Baked Harvest

Ina Garten's Roast Chicken

For many, nothing is more comforting or cozy than a whole chicken in the oven. Not to me, but I do concede that the aroma is appealing. This recipe is simple and satisfying.

The Cozy Cook

Smoked Cheddar, Honey Ham & Caramelized Onion Mac and Cheese

High on my list for cozy cuisine is Mac 'N Cheese. This one is different from the rest.  It calls for both smoked cheddar and smokey Gruyere! Don't you love the brown topping? It makes it look so appealing.

Irene Maty

Pumpkin Bread Pudding With Whiskey Cream sauce

There's nothing better than a warm dessert on a cold winter's night. It's made with Cinnamon Raison Toast, which I haven't had in years. Sounds like a winner.

Foodie Crush

Italian Braised Short Ribs

This recipe rates #4 on the Williams Sonoma readers awards list for 2022. Just by looking at the image, I can see why. It is said to feature robust Italian flavors. Just yum!

Williams Sonoma

Chicken and Stars Soup

For this flu and cold season (and do I dare mention Covid?) You need to keep this recipe handy, The lemon in it is so good for you. And you know what they say about chicken soup, it's good for the soul! If your market doesn't sell stars pasta. Amazon does. Just tap here

How Sweet Eats

Caramelized Apple Cinnamon Dutch Baby Pancake

I tried to make one of these recently. It was a royal flop, but it wasn't this same recipe. This Dutch Baby is puffy, buttery, and gooey. I can't wait to try again.

Butternut & Sage

French Beef Stew with Red Wine

Low and slow are the words that describe the cooking method for this delicious dish. Serve it with wide egg noodles, mashed potatoes or just warm crusty bread and a salad. It is said to have an intense flavor profile. I am sure the red wine helps with that.

Family Style Food

Roasted Garlic and Prosciutto Cream Cheese Dip with Hot Honey

I wish that I had found this recipe last week when I entertained at cocktail hour. In my view, hot honey makes everything better. The perfect thing to serve when there's a hungry crowd.

Iowa Girl Eats

Warm Chocolate Fudge Cake

It's not often you get warm cake of any flavor. Make it warm, gooey and chocolate, and you are calling my name. Bourbon and vanilla are added to intensify the flavors. Oh boy!

Half Baked Harvest

Italian Meatballs

When in doubt, we do meatballs. This is an easy recipe they say can be made in 30 minutes.

Feasting At Home

Fish & Chips
Oh this recipe reminds me of the restaurant "Grill on The Alley," which was once a favorite in Chicago. They made a lot of great things, and this was one of them. Now I think I need to make this. Indulgent but once in a while.....

The Modern Proper

Truffle Mac & Cheese

Earthy, decadent, and a mushroom lovers (me) dream. They say, easy to make, too!

Feasting at Home

Apple Dumplings with Sauce

Warm and comforting. Just add ice cream. With 26 five star reviews, it may just be worth trying.

Taste Of Home

Amaretto Coffee

This amaretto coffee is "part drink, part winter dessert, and 100 percent irresistible." Just add booze!

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