Here’s what this past week looked like:
I’ve been really into Coconut Butter & Banana on Cinnamon Raisin Toast.
I love lists, Friday!
- The internet can bring out ugliness in humanity. I appreciated this article.
- The price of invulnerability. Somewhat related to the link above.
- Success after 30. This gives me great hope.
- 32 Things Learned in 22 years. #32 made me laugh.
- Fried Chicken Waffle Sandwiches. My brain exploded. UM! Lasagna Grilled Cheese.
- I want these for dinner and to have this for dessert. Please/thank you.
- Coffee! Saucers! Whoa. Also- What your coffee says about you. (I’m Americano)
- Do you listen to This American Life? You should watch this.
- The Pros & Cons of Culinary School. I’ve often wondered about this.
- Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Ice Cream Bowls. Cooper is gonna freak when we make these.
- I LOOOOOVE reading people’s travel essentials. Don’t you?
- If you’re in the mood to make some necklaces, look at this!
- You may have already seen this, but how awesome is Dustin Hoffman??
- I love EVERYTHING about camp. Max has my dream birthday party.
- Ryan Gosling Gets Embarrassed Over a Dish Towel. (So much YES)
- 27 Signs You’re an Obsessive List Maker (HAHAHAHA. ME)
On the latest Joy the Baker Podcast, we celebrate our 100th episode by talking about compliments! It’s FUN-HUNDRED.
And for all of you that asked on Facebook & Instagram what brand my shoes are & my nail polish in this photo here you go!
Sanita Sandals I got from Amazon They are SUPER comfy.
Sally Hansen Insta-Dri in Slick Slate I’m a huge fan of this line because I am super impatient when it comes to drying my nails-plus I love the extra wide brush.
Forbidden Rice Blog adapted my Malted Waffles
Wit & Vinegar adapted my Greek French Bread Pizza
Hall Nesting adapted my Brussels Sprouts & Bacon Pizza
Elephant Eats made my Farro Salad
This Abundant Life made my Mom’s Sour Cream Coffee Cake & Breakfast Pizza
Katie Lou Who made my Tuscan Kale Salad with Pecorino
Miss Vinagre adapted my Banh-Mi Sandwich
Flannel & Lace made my Artichoke & Tomato Penne Pasta
Martine Holston made my Kale Slaw with Cabbage & Carrots
I’ll Have Seconds! made my Chicken Tostada Salad
The Night Baker was inspired by my Pimm’s Cup Popsicles
Orange Cream Floats
Orange Cream Floats. Three beautiful words. Three simple ingredients. Vanilla ice cream, orange juice & sparkling water. Sure, this recipe could easily be adapted (different sodas, ice creams! juices!), fancied up (lavender? honey? rosemary?) or spiked (vodka, rum, gin!) but really—it’s perfect just the way it is.
This is one of those drinks that will remind an adult of their childhood and will create a lasting impression on a kid who’s still figuring out the crazy nuances of preschool and sharing toys with strangers.
It’s a reminder (in a glass!) that it’s Summer and we should keep things simple. Like ridiculously simple.
Am I right?
Out & About: Tomales Bay Oyster Company
I think I might have mentioned that my husband Casey started a wine tasting group. Did I mention that? I think I was supposed to show you pictures of our first tasting party but I never did that. Must remedy that soon. Please forgive. Anyways! A few weeks ago we went to Tomales Bay Oyster Company for a white wine-themed get together/lunch with oysters & the like. As a person who doesn’t care for white wine (I know! I KNOW. It doesn’t matter what white wine I try, I still don’t/won’t like it), I chose to focus on the food for our little get-together; it’s what I do best! For those of you seeking fun/unique places to go in the Bay Area, I highly suggest checking out The Tomales Bay Oyster Company.
I love lists, Friday!
- 1o Reasons it’s Not Worth Getting Upset Over What People Think.
- Book Titles with One Missing Letter (ha!)
- If you’re ever feeling stressed, watch this video. Cuz …FOG!!
- Time to make some cherry syrup cuz I NEED THIS DRINK.
- I respect that this teacher wore the same thing in each of his yearbook photos.
- Kids getting sunscreen put on them. The horror!
- I suppose I’m a millennial girl.
- This looks like the perfect summer outfit, don’t you agree?
- 27 Ways to be as American as Ron Swanson (my husband LOVES/is him)
- This Blueberry Slab Pie looks like a gigantic Pop Tart that I would eat myself!
- Get obsessed with this milkshake. Cuz then we can be samies.
- This post about “Work Life Balance” and Other Lies was a good read!
- I’d probably eat a sleeve of Ritz in the making of these ice cream sandwiches. NBD.
- Let me park up next to this Strawberry Mascarpone Tart & I’ll be just fine.
- Bust out your permanent marker and do some damage (in a good way!)
There’s a new Joy the Baker Podcast! Episode #99 is called 99 Problems! It’s Summer Bucket List 2013 time! Let’s get excited about the summer and discuss me possibly taking up running (AHHH!). There’s also a new episode (#100!!!) coming out this weekend (stay tuned!)
Versatile Vegan made my Sticky Cranberry Gingerbread but with Peaches!
Wit & Vinegar used the blueberry compote this recipe to make an amazing Blueberry Pie Sundae!
Sarcastic Cooking made my Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
My Windy City made a fantastic version of my Herbed Flatbread. Check it out!
Mis En Place made my Rigatoni with Marinara Ricotta (but without ricotta!)
Pimm’s Cup Popsicles
Aaaaaand the boozy popsicle journey continues with Pimm’s Cup Popsicles. If you’re a fan of the Pimm’s Cup Cocktail, you’ll love Pimm’s Cup Popsicles! They’re super refreshing and pack a ton of flavor. Cocktail on a stick!
In this recipe, I added a few slices of cucumber & strawberries to the pop. So at the very end, you get a nice little frozen treat. I also used Ginger Beer because that’s what I had in our fridge. You may use ginger ale if you please! If you’re wanting to mask some of the booze and make it sweet a simple syrup will do the trick. Maybe even a mint one…oooh!
And if you don’t have popsicle molds, make a simple granita!
You can see how to do it with this delicious Frozen Cappuccino recipe I made last summer. I imagine it to be like a grownup slushee. Mmmm.
