Cauliflower and Spinach "Risotto"

I have not use this blog in X amount of time -- but I had a few people ask for recipes lately so I'm going to put this thing back in to use! Here's the first recipe for Cauliflower and Spinach "risotto".

Ingredients:
One bag cauliflower florets
One bag frozen spinach (thawed)
One yellow onion
4 cloves of garlic
Half and half
Butter
Parmesan cheese
Olive oil
Broth
Two chicken breasts
Salt/pepper/herbs

1. Dice onion and chop/smash garlic. Add to skillet with olive oil and cook on low heat. After five minutes, add raw chicken breasts (seasoned) and continue to cook on low.
2. Add a few spoonfuls of broth as needed when pan becomes dry or is browning. Stir.
3. Lightly chop cauliflower in food processor to resemble large grain rice.
4. Squeeze some of the excess water from thawed spinach
5. Once chicken is cooked remove from pan and set aside.
6. Add cauliflower and spinach to pan with cream, butter, Parmesan cheese
7. Cook down for about 7-8 minute
8. Serve topped with chicken and extra Parmesan cheese


I don't usually measure when I cook -- so as for the butter, cream and cheese -- start very lightly and add more to taste! A little goes a long way!

Rainy Dayzz & Sleepy Haze

The summer showers seem to be non-stop lately.... My favorite is when I am able to cuddle up to the sound of the rain.... But most of the time I have to prepare for the weather and get my azzz to work.
Here's some things to have you prepared for sleeping in(lucky you!) or facing the storm:

Sleep dayzz (from left to right)

Top row: Hunter Lapins

second row: Terra New York

Third row: Kate Spade, Hunter Wellies, Native Paddingtons

Fourth Row: Asos Coat, Target Bubble Umbrella, Topshop Parka

Sleepy Haze (from left to right)

Top Row: Satin Eye mask, Lace Eye Mask

Second Row: VS Kimono, Anthropolgie Lace set, Aerie Lace set, Aerie Nighty

Third Row: Faux Fur Throw, Shut Eye Pillow, Love Pillow

This & That

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Call Me Cupcake

I found this swedish blog on some of the most divine looking desserts I've seen and thankfully she has an english translation! Her food photography is on point too.

While on vacation recently, I had a homemade Espresso Brownie and it was one of the best desserts I have ever had! Here is a recipe for Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes (from here) that I can't wait to try!

geekchic

I havent used Polyvore inawhile...here's one i created and forgot to post! It's pretty timeless... I would totally wear this look tomorrow or in 5 years.

geekchic by getbirdkite featuring a bow tie blouse

Mulberry bow tie blouse / Oasis pleated skirt / Flat shoes, $380 / Jane Norman cross body handbag, $19 / Stud earrings / H&M metal jewelry, $5.42 / H&M clear sunglasses, $9.31 / Skinny belt

Lucky finds!

I have been on a search for four particuliar shoes for MONTHS to fill the void of some shoes that I already own/owned but are/have bit the dust, and some I came across on Pinterest but were no longer instock on the linked site.... BUT within the past few days I have found four look-alikes! It feels like crazy luck, especially since they are so inexpensive its ridiculous.


Here are the ones I was wanting which were no longer in stock and costing $400+up:

drip DROP.

I've been in the mood for a good drop waist dress lately.. so chic and perfect for an impromptu summer soiree...

Heres my options thus far: going to have to pull the trigger on one of them shortly!

Designer Spotlight: Madeline Weinrib

Madeline Weinrib began as a talented painter before venturing into the design world, where she transformed her painterly style into woven forms: carpet and textiles. She has also transformed unique vintage pieces through the use of her modern and elegant textiles, creating one of kind, chic pieces. Here are a few images of her work; Enjoy!

Photos via

Carpets/Textiles:

Drop Dead Impressed

Have you been seeing the behind the scene shots of the upcoming Forever 21 campaign? The ultra feminine, mix matched, bubble goth is killing me [in a good way]. I'm so impressed with Forever 21 at this moment!

Photos via

Make-up: Spring Trend 3

Terra-copper

All about dimension to the face

70s vibe

sunlit skin with shadows in all the right places

Make-up: Spring Trend 2

POP CLASSICS

Saturated colors with strategic placing

Minimalistic and perfected

Make-up _______: Spring Trend

Pastel Dreams

Tough make up using the prettiest, girliest colors

Pastel with a modern twist

experimental mixture of textures: super matte to high gloss

Balcony escape

I have a tiny balcony attached to my room that gets no love and I've been wishing for an update! Here is a collections of inspiration I gathered for when I finally do get to give it a make-over.

In love with this video.

This is going to be me one day

Product Favorites: Skincare/Body

Tan towels: I have used every single self tanner out there and this is by far my favorite. It gives even coverage, non-streaky, and the best part: I don't smell awful for the entire next day. There are a few other self-tanners that are just as efficient in giving a good even glow, but the smell is pretty dank. Although, there is supposedly a new self-tanner out by VS. I'm going to give it a go and I'll let you know how it is.

NIVEA: I love all the nivea products. Especially the old school tins of hand cream. They smell good and feel better.

EOS Shave cream: I love this stuff. I'm a sucker for packaging - so thats what really drew me to it. But I love moisture on my legs and I'm sensitive. It works. BUT if you love a super rich lather, than this is not for you.

Sublime bronze One day glow: If I'm too lazy to put on self-tanner on the night before an event, I slap this on the morning of, and then can wash it off that night. No yucky smell - no commitment.

 Bio-oil: buy it and put it all over you. you won't regret it.

Olive Oil: I cover myself in olive oil from time to time. I soak my hair in it for a few hours, then I usually mix it with epsom salt or bath salts to make a great scrub for the body. Natural. Cheap. Handy.