E and I have headed south for the holiday. This is the first time I’ve been warm for Christmas, warm enough that even Frosty the Snowman here can get a tan. I believe this is the beginning of a new tradition for me. Post will be intermittent, but wanted to say Happy Holidays to all […]
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Friday is Chewy Gingerbread Cookie Day (In My House)
For me, it’s the first day of vacation! Finally I can get into the holiday spirit!
Sponsored Post: Fig Jam Grilled Cheese Inspired by Wen Fig Cleansing Conditioner
Figs. I love them. Particulary fresh, particulary on a sandwich.
Wedding Wednesday: Aussie Inspiration
This Australian wedding featured on Style Me Pretty has been the inspiration for E and I’s wedding planning. The helicopter, the beach. The putting on lipstick from the co-pilot’s seat. We have gone through this wedding album about 30 times. Elopement is looking more and more appealing….
Jean-Georges Vongerichten-Inspired French Dip with Horseradish Mustard
I was lucky enough to have lunch with Jean-Georges Vongerichten the other day for a boozy holiday celebration sponsored by Bon Appetit. Yes I get around.
Two Weeks Until Christmas Foodie Gift Guide
I am so behind on my Christmas shopping. I have not bought one thing.
Wedding Wednesday: Love Your Troubles
I’ve been reading this book, “May Cause Miracles” by Gabrielle Bernstein, in order to help me deal with stress and the good ol’ overwhelming feeling that comes around planning a wedding/writing a book/lack of time/pressing work deadlines. It helped me avoid a minor wedding freakout yesterday.
Christmas Snacking Snickerdoodles
I finally embarked on holiday activities. Shopping. Making holiday travel arrangements. Sipping on holiday themed cocktails. Martinis have olives in them. Olives are green. Green says Christmas. So, deck them halls.
It’s Christmastime. Let’s Get in the Holiday Spirit.
Sorry for the intermittent posting this past week. I have been a bit overwhelmed with the holiday season. Or my lack of being able to enjoy the holiday season. I’ve been so swamped with work and social commitments, that I almost forgot that it’s Christmas. Until yesterday. I work right in Rockefeller Center, that’s the 47th […]
Throwback Tuesday
One year ago today, Mr. 300 Sandwiches was 100 sandwiches away from an engagement ring. Actually, he was only 57 sandwiches away. But who knew it at the time?
Our Five Favorite Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwiches
Somehow, after cooking a 20 pound turkey, greens, stuffing, homemade bacon jam and a sweet potato pie, the 300 Sandwiches house has no leftovers.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Friends, remember this when you ask what dish you can bring to our house for dinner tonight.
The 300 Sandwiches Guide to Five Minute Tablescaping
You’re having people over for dinner. Your table needs to be entertaining.
Sandwich #270–“Spicy Leftovers” Curried Turkey Salad with Almonds and Grapes
Three more days until a four day weekend and eating until we pass out on the closest available flat surface. Bring. it. on.
The Five Best Thanksgiving Tips I’ve Gathered
E and I are hosting our third Friendsgiving at our apartment next week. Since our first, we’ve gathered some good intel on how to host a kick ass holiday.
Thanksgiving Tablescape Inspiration
I’m going to set up my Thanksgiving tablescape this weekend. I’m obsessed with painted gourds for some reason, and want to incorporate black and gold shellacked pumpkins on my table to give dinner some shine. Metallic paint will also sparkle against candelight, too. I’m going to find some black and gold spray paint and some […]
Wedding Wednesday: Our Date, Our Holiday
What do you do if your wedding falls on a prominent holiday, particularly a somber one?
Sandwich #269–“Holiday Dinner for One or Two” Stuffed Turkey Breast Sandwich with Cranberry Apple Stuffing
When you live alone, or are expecting just one or two guests to your cozy home for Thanksgiving dinner, you don’t need to cook an entire turkey.
Holiday Breakfast: Pumpkin Pecan Scones
We have less than two weeks until Thanksgiving. Time to start planning out dinner.
Highs and Lows of Thanksgiving Planning
FAIL: I accidentally put the wrong date on our Thanksgiving dinner invitations. I had people saying they couldn’t come for dinner yesterday, when I meant to invite them over in two weeks. SUCCESS: Ordered our turkey from this place already! Gobble gobble!
Sandwich #268–“Thanksgiving Snack” Broiled Persimmon with Bresaola and Homemade Ricotta
This sandwich is a delicious getting-ready-for-Thanksgiving treat.
Throwback Thursday: One Year Ago
One year ago today, THIS HAPPENED! I got the opportunity to turn this passion project of mine into a book. I also made a simple red dress from Zara a part of Internet history. Now, it’s coming to a store near you. Don’t forget to pre-order the book on Amazon.com, iTunes, and Barnes & Noble […]
Wedding Wednesday: Saving the Date
Eight people asked me about the wedding yesterday.
Forbidden Sandwich #9–Bacon, Spinach and Avocado with Roasted Tomato
In order to satisfy my end of the 300 sandwiches challenge, I had to make sandwiches that E wanted to eat. This did not include spinach or avocado.