April 2018

Book Club Monday

posted on : April 30, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Today’s Book Club Monday choice is Bunny Mellon: The Life of an American Style Legend is this month’s Amazon book club choice and a New York Times bestseller.

A new biography of Bunny Mellon, the style icon and American aristocrat who designed the White House Rose Garden for her friend JFK and served as a living witness to 20th Century American history, operating in the high-level arenas of politics, diplomacy, art, and fashion.

Bunny Mellon, who died in 2014 at age 103, was press-shy during her lifetime. With the co-operation of Bunny Mellon’s family, author Meryl Gordon received access to thousands of pages of her letters, diaries and appointment calendars and has interviewed more than 175 people to capture the spirit of this talented American original. – Amazon.com

This book is going to make a great beach read for the summer!! For more information or to order this book, click HERE.

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Shaved Asparagus with Toasted Hazelnuts and Lemon Parsley Vinaigrette

posted on : April 26, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

As the weather gets warmer, I start looking for new salad recipes. Our sponsor, Watson’s Catering emailed this recipe last week and I quickly added it to my “must try” list and thought you might like to try it too. Bon Appetit!!!!

PS Don’t forget to book Watson’s for all your summer parties and celebrations!!!!!!

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Shaved Asparagus with Toasted Hazelnuts and Lemon Parsley Vinaigrette

Servings: 4

Ingredients

12 large asparagus spears, trimmed and peeled

¼ cup manchego cheese, grated plus a piece for shaving

¼ cup hazelnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped

2 lemons, juiced and zest

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, coarsely chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine lemon juice, zest, manchego and parsley in a small mixing bowl and slowly whisk in the olive oil until well blended. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Working with one asparagus spear at a time, use a vegetable peeler to shave spears into long, thin shavings. The tips will snap off as the spears get thinner, add to the bowl. Drizzle vinaigrette over shaved asparagus, toss and coat. After plating garnish each salad with hazelnuts and shaved manchego. Serve and enjoy.

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MOMA for Mother’s Day

posted on : April 25, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Who wouldn’t want The Moma for Mother’s Day? Our blog contributor, art curator extraordinaire Emily McElwreath is going to take us on a private tour of the Moma’s permanent collection, just in time for Mother’s Day. AND!!! She has generously offered to lead a post discussion at lunch at the Michelan-starred restaurant The Modern immediately after (lunch will be a la carte, not included in the tour price). This is truly going to be a once in a lifetime experience!!! To save your spot for this spectacular day, email, nicolesteinthal@me.com.

Emily McElwreath is an independent curator in addition to serving as a partner at Sidel & McElwreath art advisory. Emily has over fifteen years of experience working in the arts where she most recently served as The Director of Communications and Education at The Brant Foundation Art Study Center, overseeing the foundation’s educational initiatives while fostering relationships with supporters and partners of The Brant Foundation. Previously, Emily has taught art history, fine art and English in addition to having a background in consulting and sales. Emily holds an MA from Purchase College in Art History with a Concentration in Contemporary Art Criticism and has completed the Art Business Certification Program at Christie’s Education.

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Uber Stylish Closets!!!

posted on : April 24, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

A couple of years ago, I turned a corner on my closet design. I had a light fixture in my closet that caught fire. NIGHTMARE!!!! So it gave me the excuse I needed to really revamp how I used the space. I don’t have a huge closet. For the size of my house its weird that the size of the master closets and bath are pretty underwhelming. But over the years I have definitely worked with what I have been given. Back to the closet….My approach for this space was to really merchandise it. It does not matter how big a closet is or how much storage space you have, if it always looks a mess, you will never be-inspired. I really want to be inspired by my closet because I am so passionate about the things I choose to put in it. Sooo I went about merchandising my belongings. I really tryed to display them so that it was very easy to pick out an outfit and accessory each time I went to get dressed. I had a small countertop installed and I had hooks installed above it all the way to the top of the ceiling. I have decorative objects displayed on the countertop and necklaces displayed all up and down the wall. I have a some beautiful framed watercolor artwwork from my favorite movie Grey Gardens and some vintage Chanel prints. My handbags are displayed on decorative drapery tie backs. So after working on this project for well over a year, to get it just so, my mom came to visit and she was surprised how different my closet looked. All she said to me was “It looks just like a little Boutique”. Honestly I really don’t know if she was saying that to be nice but I’ll take it and every since the re-do I have a much easier time getting ready!!!! Oh and I really do love love my closet now…

Here are the shoe cubbies I have (mine are white)…I love the artwork and lattice here. The use of the cake plate to hold perfume is brilliant!!!

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This is so gorgeous. The bubble light fixture is so pretty and I love how they painted the sides of the drawers hot pink!!!!!

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This is so chic. Love the rug and the suitcases for storage!!!

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Here is a perfect example of a well merchandised smaller closet.

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Such a smart idea to use the designer shopping bags for storage. They look so chic as well.

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Pink Peonies has my favorite closet. I love how she uses her bags and clothes to decorate the space.

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I love the idea of books in the closet and I have been dying for that gold wing statue. Beyond perfect placement of her LV box and fancy shoes too!!!!

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Book Club Monday

posted on : April 23, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

I found the funniest book this week that I thought all of you would love. The title alone caught my attention, Just When You Are Comfortable In Your Skin, It Starts To Sag: Rewriting The Rules to Midlife. HA!!! Here is the summary:

With the voice of a close friend, this clever and witty guide from bestselling duo Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile takes women through the new and sometimes challenging midlife phase, with chapters including:

– Redefining what beauty means after age 40… and that there is beauty after age 40!

– How to care for yourself when you’re also caring for growing children and aging parents

– Navigating midlife relationships and dating (did someone say dating apps??)

– Discovering new career paths and new meaning in your life

Whether married, single, widowed, divorced, with children or without, at some point women inevitably ask the question, “What’s next for me?” Here, they will find a road map for how to embrace and thrive in this new phase of life. With helpful quizzes, friendly advice, and inspiring quotes from women who have been there, this smart and engaging book gives readers the tools to turn a midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity. As seen on Oprah, Trisha and Amy share their own perspectives and experiences to bring clarity, guidance and support while reassuring readers they’re not only on the right track… but that the best years are still to come. – Amazon.com

For more information, or to purchase this book, click HERE.

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Things on Amazon that Caught My Eye This Month

posted on : April 21, 2018 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

As you know…I love love Amazon..I swear I get a delivery almost every day…with 3 kids, 4 dogs and a pretty busy household someone needs at least one thing every day…of course all that time online affords me the chance to find great items to share with you!!! Happy Shopping and Bon Weekend!!!!! XO