Main·te·nant, adverb. Of the French language, meaning “now,” “at the moment,” and perfectly suitable for a[n American] culture which thrives upon this idea of instant gratification and living for now, for better or for worse. Live for the present and appreciate everything of the moment! Welcome to ... Read More
Post Thanksgiving Dieting 101
Happy Thanksgiving! Count your blessings, give your thanks, appreciate whatever you’ve taken for granted. Sit down, laugh, smile, eat your heart out, sip on red wine and pop sparkling champagne. Emphasis on the eating, of course. One of my favorite illustrators, the French La Flore et La Faune, ... Read More
ABC Bakes: Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes
I've long had an infatuation with cupcakes:  p e t i t e  versions (and far more adorable and less in calories) of their cake counterparts. I must admit I do watch Martha Stewart religiously, following her cult-favorite "Cookie of the Day" & weekly cupcakes special. Mm. Alas I perfected ... Read More