Ingredient Spotlight: Lemons

 

Brighten up these cold winter days with the zing of lemons. Whenever I want to take a dish from good to great, I reach for a lemon. They are so versatile and play well with savory food as well as sweets. Not to mention the health benefits! Enjoy these 12 eye catching recipes staring lovely lemons.

Cheesy Lemon Flatbread Pizza With Hot Honey

This recipe begins with homemade Naan bread. Then comes lemon infused oil that you make yourself. Add plenty of gooey Buratta cheese (or cheese of your choice), thin lemon slices, a little bacon (or not), greens of your choice, and hot honey. Doesn't this just look and sound so good? It's a five star recipe, and I can see why.

How Sweet Eats

Lemon Chai Cake

This recipe for a sweet lemony almond cake gets a citrusy twist with the warming flavors of chai. And as you might guess, the chai flavors come from fresh brewed chai tea. What a treat!

Half Baked Harvest

Meyer Lemon Risotto 

Looks good, doesn't it? Loving the idea of adding the green Swiss chard on top for color, texture, and a touch of healthy.

Kitchen Confidence

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes With Blueberry Syrup

This is what I would like make for breakfast this Sunday, in the midst of all of the winter weather. A wonderful new restaurant in Chicago serves it for brunch. It is so good!

The Original Dish

Herbed Garlic Butter Scallops with Lemony Feta Dressing

These scallops are easy enough for a week night meal, but fancy enough for company. Tieghan says that the lemony dressing is slightly addicting. 

Half Baked Harvest

Gluten-Free Lemon Bars with Coconut Crust

These beautiful bars get their color from pink lemons. Have you every heard of them? They are said to be "absolutely stunning." Look for them in the produce aisle. They are in peak season now.

Cooking On The Weekends

Spaghetti with Shrimp, Lemon, Mint and Pecorino

Here's a lightened up pasta dish, that is as unique as it is pretty. This is one to try, and it is going to be a crowd pleaser.

Food and Wine

Brioche French Toast with Fruit Syrup and Meyer Lemon Marmalade

I made French Toast for Christmas, and actually ate it! One of my favorites. This recipe dresses up your toast in a lemon marmalade. YUM!

Williams Sonoma

Roasted Cauliflower With Lemon Pepper And Fresh Thyme

This recipe calls itself a side dish, but I would be happy eating it as my main dish. It's served with a honey Dijon sauce on the side.

Foodness Gracious

Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie

I can not resist a well done meringue. I love to make it but like to eat it even more. The secret is cream of tartar and no humidity. Where's a fork?

A Beautiful Mess

Fish en Papillote with Fresh Herbs and Lemon

I think this is my favorite of the recipe roundup. How attractive, and ever so easy. Essentially, the fish is steamed in parchment paper, and infused with fresh herbs, lemon juice, white wine, and a touch of shallot butter. Delicate and delicious!

Love and Olive Oil

Lemon Mousse With Candied Lemons

One of my fave desserts is chocolate mousse, and I love to make it. This recipe promises to be light as air with a five star rating. Not to mention, it is easy yet very impressive when served in wine glasses.
Delicious Magazine

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Winter Beauty Breaks

 

As you know I love a beauty or skincare sale. It's a good opportunity to stock up on what you already use, or try something new. Here are eight sales that you don't want to miss.

Benefit Winter Sale

Score up to 60% off fan favorites (like their brow products.) Prices start at just $10.

Benefit Cosmetics

Bergdorf Goodman 

This is major! Take 30% off select beauty. In total over 500 products from Tom Ford, Creed, Guerlain, Sisley Paris, YSL and more. Shop fast. This beauty event ents 1/27 at 10PM ET

Bergdorf's

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics

 Save 25% sitewide. Plus create your own 3 piece set for free with $65 orders.  I swear by the "Face Base" and what it does for your foundation.  This product acts as a primer and a moisturizer. I love the slight glow it gives my complexion. Also the Long Wear Shadow Sticks are fab, too.

Bobbi Brown

It Cosmetics Confidence Skincare

Buy any Confidence product, get one free. People rave about these products. I have not tried them, but I do wear their foundation powder.  Ends 01/30

It Cosmetics

Mac Cosmetics

Save 30% Sitewide with Code: MACSPECIAL. Also take 20% off Fan Favorites, Studio Fix, Powder Kiss Lipstick and Fix. No Code Needed. Ends 01/29

MAC

Nordstrom Beauty Sale

Do click on over to see if there is anything that you use or wanted to try. I found lots of MAC makeup, Kiehl's, Origins, Bobbi Brown and more. Of course everything ships for free.

Nordstrom

Philosophy

Take 30% off sitewide with Code: 30OFF.

There are some exclusions, so check on the website. Ends 02/01

Philosophy

Sephora Sale

Did you know that Sephora always has a sale going on? Today you will find over 300 products marked down from luxe beauty brands like Armani Beauty, Marc Jacobs, Givenchy and more. Get Free Shipping with Code: FREESHIP

Sephora

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Something New From Chanel

These Snow Boots Are Made For Walking

I snuck away for a long weekend in the Big Apple, and a day in Woodstock. After experiencing frigid temps and a heavy blanket of snow in Woodstock, I realized that my shiny pointy toe booties just do not do the job.  So this post is personal. These boots are made for walking in any winter weather Mother Natures gives us.  Best yet, many are on sale!

Coach Leona

Fuzzy Wuzzy. Actually this boot is real shearling and leather on the outer, and the inner is faux shearling. It's such a cozy pick, and now 50% off. 

Coach

Sorel Explorer II Joan Faux-Fur Lace Boots

Cozy and comfy, these seem almost perfect for walking in snowy conditions. They would look great with my Teddy Jacket, too. $150

Bergdorf Goodman

Maryele Bootie
Now 50% off and under $100. These leopard or black booties are tempting me. Sizes are limited, though.

Schutz Shoes

Sorel Winter Carnival Boot

Add a pop of color to your black or ivory winter coat. These are fun and on sale! Also grey or black.

Sorel

See by Chloe Jannet Boots

"The best blend of chunky and walkable, these See by Chloé boots are crafted in a tonal mix of leather and suede and feature a fold-down sherpa cuff for a touch of cozy texture." On sale at:

Bergdorf Goodman or Shopbop

Inuikii Metallic Star Boots

This sparkling pair is perfect for navigating cold weather like a star! They are lined in shearling, offer snow proofing, water resistance, and an anti-slip sole. They are one part sneaker, one part boot, and all about fashion!

Saks Fifth Avenue

Cole Haan Newburg Neela Bootie 

These waterproof boots offer style and function. They are lined with faux fur, and on major sale at Zappos

Anna Wool-Lined Goat Fur and Calfskin Boots

I found this shade of Bordeaux to be irresistible. But if you want to be more neutral, they come in black and beige, as well. They are just fluffy and fabulous.

Overland

The Jacy

Sleek and durable for the girl who wants to have fun with fashion. Also available in hot pink and bright green.

Schutz Shoes

Ugg Classic Mini

Cher, the legend and icon, wears the classic UGG boot. Loved this image, and have always loved the classic Ugg for cozy comfort. Apparently, Cher

 does, too.

Nordstrom

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Say It With Love At Etsy

You've heard of Hallmark Holidays and Kodak moments. I am okay with both, however it has been many years since I was inspired by a Hallmark card. Etsy offers Valentine's greetings that are, charming, cheeky, and cute as can be. Not to mention when shopping Etsy, you make a small business owner do a happy dance!

Sun Hat Love Set

From one of my favorite Etsy illustrators. Send these to all of your most fashionable friends.

Etsy

Darling Card

We all know some darlings! Let them know what you think about them this simple but stylish card.

Etsy

Rustic Modern Valentine's Packs

So sweet and charming!

Etsy

Love You So Much Card

It's okay to say freaking, isn't it?

Etsy

Custom Valentine's Portrait

The card that keeps on giving. Hand drawn and painted in fashion illustration style. You supply the photo, and then receive an 8 x 10" portrait by mail, and also high res jpg and pdf files by email. A chic and clever idea.

Etsy

Handmade Valentine's Flower Card

From a very cute Etsy shop. Loving the romantic details to this card!

Etsy

Scratch A Sketch DIY Card

Such a fun card! Send interactive love that any age will enjoy!

Etsy

Personalized Valentine's Sets

So charming!

Etsy

Teacher's Gift Card

Love this sparkling card for your children's teachers. Inside is a slot for a gift card. I'm thinking a card to Starbucks, would be welcomed!

Etsy

Seed Paper Blooming Card
These cards also keep on giving to the universe. Made of "seed paper," the "love" word is actually wild flower seeds for planting. In other words this card is blooming with love!

Etsy

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Saturdays At Shop This: Warm Up With These Long Weekend Sales

 

The picture above is about my craving for some hot cocoa.  Maybe if I visualize it enough, the craving will go away. And for all of you getting the snow this weekend, get cozy with a cup.  A long weekend means big savings for you savvy shoppers. Here's some of the best.....

Shop the coziest sale at St. John Knits. The limited edition Cashmere Capsule Collection is now on sale. You'll find perfect pieces for winter and working from home.

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Save 25% on Home Styles at Nordstrom's. Find Nest Home Fragrance, The Laundress Products (my favorite!) and this Chilewich Quill table runner is really good.

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Brooks Brothers is having a huge sale with savings up to 70%. This men's Half Zip Sweatshirt is a winner. We bought it for our future son-in-law (at full price.) Perfect for working from home.

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Who can resist an extra 50% off Sale styles at JCrew? Plus take 25% off select Full Priced styles like this cozy pink sherpa top. And these casual chic cotton jammies are also pretty in pink, navy or hydrangea. And I love this oversize cashmere wrap that comes in nine colors.

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Bergdorf Goodman is offering a rare extra 25% off sale prices! And though they are known for their  fabulous designers, they also have affordable things, like some great activewear and accessories. Worth a look, my friends.

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Anthropologie has taken 20% off their Beauty and Wellness products. I like their selection of brands that you don't see everywhere like Sunday Riley, Caudalie, Peter Thomas Roth and more. Included is the NuFace Toning Device, which I own. Love it!

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Save 25% sitewide at It Cosmetics. I am a big fan of their Celebration Foundation Illumination. 

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Take an extra 30% off Sale Styles at Rebecca Minkoff with Code: SALE30

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More cashmere is on sale at White & Warren. They create some of the best. Love the travel wraps! Save 50% this weekend on a large selection.

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Looking to freshen your space? Save up to 40% on in stock and ready to ship furniture and 20% off bedding at West Elm.  

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Williams Sonoma: Take an extra 20% off Clearance items with Code: EXTRA. And find fresh markdowns with savings of up to 30%.

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Shopbop always has the best sales. Did you know that you can use your Amazon Prime benefits there, too? On my radar: Cinq à Sept's Turtleneck with the darling sleeve detail, and Clare V.'s Petit Ruffle "oui" Sweatshirt. You might want to shop the 18 pages of sale styles all under $100, too.

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Skin is in at Philosophy! Save 25% on Skincare with Code: SKINCARE

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And finally, the Winter Shopping Event is here at Stuart Weitzman. I mean what's better than hot cocoa, cool boots, and sale shoe shopping? Take an extra 25% off all full price and sale styles with Code: WINTER25.

Treat yourself to a little sale shopping and some good chocolate this weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

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