Foodie Friday: Warm Up With 19 Soup & Stew Recipes

After fighting a cold Winter's day or night, we all deserve a little love and a warm hug. Nothing does that better than a hearty bowl of soup. It's time to kick the can (of soup) and create your own Winter warmer. Several of the recipes below are more love than labor and can be whipped up in 30 minutes, giving you more time to cuddle up by the fire! 

Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Is this not the cutest thing you ever saw? It's really a one dish dinner, and no one will be able to resist it.
How Sweet It Is

Pork-and-Kale Soup with Sizzling Puffed Rice
Recipe of Edward Lee, chef and owner of Louisville, Kentucky’s 610 Magnolia, the Wine Studio, and Top Chef Season 9 contestant.  This dish literally sizzles with style and the last minute addition of rice cakes!
Food and Wine

Spicy Sausage, Potato And Kale Soup
Said to be super easy to make, this recipe features the trendiest vegetable of all - kale! If it wasn't for the little bit of heavy cream, this would be a real healthy choice. Love the individual soup servers. Le Creuset offers Mini Cocottes that are adorable.
The Candid Appetite

London Pea Souper
This darling dish is made with frozen peas, just like I do! There is a small list of interesting ingredients like mint, smoked sea salt and smoked eel fillets! I think I will omit the latter.
House and Garden UK

Cauliflower And Cheddar Soup
If you are like Mr. Shop This and love Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce, you will adore this recipe. It sounds rich and layered with flavors.
Gourmet Traveller

Leek Apple Cheddar Soup
Another stylish recipe. Love the presentation and drizzle of nuts and cranberries.
Running To The Kitchen

Chipotle Pumpkin Soup with Crispy Chorizo + Caramelized Apples.
This is such a simple soup, but it’s packed with spicy, sweet flavors.  And don't worry about the chorizo being too spicy. The sweet pumpkin and apples balance it all.
Half Baked Harvest

30-Minute Spicy Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
Smokey chipotle makes everything better for me. It is particularly good when paired with pork. A tenderloin of pork makes quick work of this recipe!
Food Network

Shrimp Bisque
Much like lobster bisque, ordering this special soup always seems like a celebration.  With the addition of sherry and the juice of oranges, it sounds like a treat!
Verses From My Kitchen

Creamy Asparagus Soup 
Said to be lovely hot or cold, this recipe is on the lighter side as it is creamless. It does call for a "knob of butter." Whatever that is! The poached egg and toasted ciabatta bread takes this soup up a big notch!
Jamie Oliver

Cream of Rice Soup with Curry, Mushrooms, and Roasted Red Pepper Puree
Cream of rice soup? Really? This recipe jumped out at me, because it sounds so unique. The presentation is simply smashing! The beautiful colors come from both Parsley and Red Pepper Puree.
Melangery

Soothing Potato, Celery Root and Sunchoke Cream With Purple Potato Chips { Gluten Free }
By now, you know that I love pretty food. If one more step makes my dish more appealing, I take it.  Making homemade chips to go with this comfy creation is just plain thoughtful. Can't wait to try it.
Cannelle Vanille

Caprese Soup
This soup had me at the word Caprese. Then I glanced at the ingredients and saw Pesto! And that, my friends, is one of my favorite things to make. Sold!
Heather Christo

Curried Butternut Squash Broccoli Cheddar and Goat Cheese Soup

Cheese Lovers rejoice! This is just a bread bowl of ooey gooey goodness!

Half Baked Harvest

Lobster Corn Chowder
Adapted from The Barefoot Contessa's recipe, this big bowl of love is not difficult to make., but maybe a touch pricey. I want some right now! 
A Pretty Life In The Suburbs

Cioppino Seafood Stew with Gremolata Toasts
One of my all time favorite dishes. It was a must order at Chicago's Bice Restaurant (now gone, sigh!).
The base of this stew is made a day in advance, and you can use any seafood, making it a perfect company dish.
Epicurious

Oyster Stew
Another one of my "favorite things."  Even if you don't like fresh oysters, but you like seafood, you will like this "good to the last drop" creation. It's creamy and rich, much like a good cream of mushroom soup. Be forewarned - no counting cals with this recipe.
Simply Recipes

Roasted Tomato Soup 
Warm and hearty, it is made with a considerable amount of Balsamic Vinegar, which sells me! It's a great way to use those nasty Winter tomatoes that aren't good for anything else!
Food Republic

Thomas Keller's Butternut Soup {Gluten Free}
Made with Brown Butter, Sage, and Nutmeg Crème Fraîche. Sounds divine .
Food52

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Shape Up Stylishly!

If you indulged over the Holiday season, join my club. Actually, this is the first year in many that I did not vow to lose weight in January. Happy to say I did that at the end of the year. Now I just have to keep it off, which for me is always hard. So a daily workout is in order, and I like to look good while I'm doing it. Don't you? No need to sacrifice style points while shaping up. Do it with style.

HERE: 16 Ways To Shape Up With Style

Nike ID
Do these not look like Missoni? I think Nike has outdone themselves this season with their Customize Your Own Shoe Collection. The FlyKnit shoe is said to be impossibly light. Find your own personalized pair at
Macy's

Pirouette Pant
I happen to think that there is a tiny dancer inside all of us.  No matter how you workout, these skirted pants are super comfy and ever so girly.  LOVE!
Free People

Elisabeth Weinstock Boxing Gloves
Like a champion, you'll never want to put away these marvelous mitts. Made from painted anaconda, these gloves are a luxe sport accessory that doubles as home decor. Other colors available.
AHALife

UNIF Stray Sweatshirt
This sweatshirt is so "old school cool," it is sold at most places. Luckily, I found it, and on sale, no less.
Revolve Clothing

Under Armour Top, Sports Bra and Capris
Layered with style, these pieces make a bold statement wherever you wear them.
Nordstrom

Zella 'Fiona' Space Dye Pop Jacket
Nordstrom's own workout line has some fabulous pieces that don't break the bank. Loving this jacket with all the right angles. 
Nordstrom

Long-Sleeve Cowl-Neck Top
I think you will love the fit of this top. Boston Proper knows how to enhance a woman's body. Love those zippered pockets. Now on sale.
Boston Proper

adidas Y-3 by Yohji Yamamoto Jsylegging
Sporty and chic. The bold accents are super cool.
Zappos Couture

Norma Kamali
Made of Activewear jersey which is 80% nylon/20% spandex, these leggings are certainly striped with style! Click and scroll down and check out the coordinating jacket, too
Shopbop

Tory Burch Fitbit Cases
If Santa bought you a Fitbit, you are going to want to have one of these.  In an exclusive collaboration with Fitbit, Tory transforms your tracker into a chic accessory! A necklace is also available. 
Neiman Marcus

Two by VINCE CAMUTO Velour Jacket
Can a girl really have too many of these types of jackets? This one is dressed up with shiny gold zippers.  Works well to and from the gym and all of the errands in between. Less than $40!
Bloomingdale's

Ballet Wrap Top and Ukiyo Cropped Leggings
Why not look a bit exotic at the gym? love the tile print on the leggings. The Wrap Top can be worn with anything.
Anthropologie

Adidas by Stella McCartney
I just love Stella's handbags and her activewear line. These pants are so different than anything else "out there." See a collection at
Anthropologie

Jeffrey Campbell Aleksa Leather Trainer 
Loving the feminine take on a sneaker. Why wear plain white when you can sport a floral studded style? Be sure to click thru to get an enlarged view.
Nasty Gal

Koral Activewear
Luxe and lustrous, these shimmery coated performance pants with matching sports bra and jacket, will make you the shining star at the gym.  By the way, I would zip up that top!
Saks Fifth Avenue

Working Out With Karlie Kloss
How to lift, tighten, and sculpt your way to a supermodel-worthy derriere. 
Vogue

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Wedding Wednesday: A Silver & Gold Palette

Back in the day, when I was a bride, silver or gold would have been considered gauche. Today, metallics are everywhere and bridal bling is considered de rigueur.  If I had to do it over again, silver and gold would be sprinkled throughout my special day.

Inspiration For Head To Toe And Floor To Ceiling Glamour

Hair Bling
Here's how to make our tresses twinkle, with a little beautiful bling. You can find a sparkling selection of hair accessories at Shopbop and Henri Bendel Photo found at Zsa Zsa Bellagio

Table This!
Consider renting a chic chair, in this case - silver, instead of covering them with fabric. These stylish seats make a statement! Platinum Matte Satin fitted tablecloth and furniture from Luxe Event Rentals.
Photo found at Colin Cowie Weddings

Glamorous Layers
 Cake designer Penny Stankiewicz of Sugar Couture in New York City created this glamorous gold confection. Gold fondant cake “scales”, glitter dusting, stencils… they are all used on this gilded wedding dessert.

Vicky Rowe Debut Collection
Everything from this collection is custom made to order using a fresh pattern to your measurements. The Primrose is exquisite and sophisticated with gold and amber bead work. Perfect for the 2nd wedding dress, or the bride who doesn't want to really look like one.
Vicky Rowe

Claire Pettibone Heirloom Wreath
Made from actual 24K gold leaf, these headpieces are exquisite. Each petal is crafted by hand, so no two are exactly alike.
Claire Pettibone

Jimmy Choo Wedding Shoes
No longer does a bride need to have her plain pumps dyed to match her dress. The trend is to make a statement with fabulous footwear. See a selection of shoes at
Nordstrom

Gold Constellation Flower Girl Dress
Custom made by Doloris Petunia. Chid's name and wedding date hand embroidered inside each dress. How special!
Etsy

Gold Blossom Cake
Softly gilded. Maggie Austin creates some of the most fabulous cakes you ever saw.
Maggie Austin

Glitter Bow Tie Cards
Add some pizazz to any black tie affair with silver and gold! Inexpensive, too.
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Marchesa Lily Embroidered Stone Box Clutch
You will never want to put this beautiful bag down on your special day. It will become the only evening bag you need for life!
Neiman Marcus

Joan Calabrese for Mon Cheri
For the very confident bride. This little Flower Girl just may steal the show!
Joan Calabrese

Pantone Paloma Inspiration Board
Looking for color? Pantone is the place to find your favorite. And an inspiration board is exactly what you need to complete the vision for your special day. I find this shade of grey/silver to be softly sophisticated.
Wedding Paper Divas

Silver - Grey and White Bouquet
Yes, you can use silver without adding bling. This bouquet is just beautiful and would be lovely for bridesmaids with grey or silver dresses.
Colin Cowie Weddings

Naeem Khan Spring 2015
The Spring bridal collection is just fabulous with super unique styles. I love this simple dress that has been given a big dose of glitz.
Naeem Khan

DIY Gold Guest Book Table
It's just all of the little details that add up a whole lot of wonderful. Candlelight is special anywhere.
Martha Stewart Weddings

All That Glitters Is Gold
For the glam girl. If subtle is not your middle name, these dresses (L - R ) by Marchesa, and Elie Saab are chic choices for the bride, a bridesmaid, or wedding guest.
Wedding Paper Divas

Gorgeous Golden Details
What a beautiful and ethereal look. I apologize, but the website where I found this didn't list the name of the designer (hate that.) It's so pretty and what a perfect pick for a beach wedding.
Weddings Weddings

Metallic Take Out Boxes
Don't let your guests leave empty handed! Fill with a homemade treat or let them fill with confetti or dessert bar options.
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