Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Pull out your floppy hat and preppiest dress (and grab your man a bow-tie) and head down to Preakness at the Piazza! The event is taking place at Northern Liberties’ Piazza at Schmidt’s (North Second Street & Germantown Avenue) and features an open bar, fun music, buffet … Read More →
My first weekend visit to East Passyunk Avenue was awesome. In addition to sampling yummy food during the Flavors of the Avenue event (more on that later!), my family & I got to experience Crafty Balboa, a South Philly craft show. It was a beautiful day & a great supplement to the food festival. I … Read More →
Looking for a fun girl approved activity for the weekend? Philly’s local Sephora (1714 Chestnut Street) is the perfect place to hang with a girlfriend and get a fresh new look at the same time! My friend Kenya & I recently stopped by Sephora for some Sunday afternoon makeovers. Sephora offers a few different options … Read More →
When I get obsessed with a TV show, I get really obsessed. Like, stalking-the-tumblr-hashtag-and-watching-YouTube-videos-of-”shipped”-couples-daily obsessed. When I was younger, my true TV loves were Lizzie McGuire & Degrassi. As I’ve grown up, my obsessions have changed . . . however one thing has remained constant: the presence of stylish, hysterical and powerful lead female characters. … Read More →
Last week, the lovely Jade of stylewallflower nominated me for a super cool Liebster Award! In case this is a relatively new term to you (like it was to me!), allow me to explain. A Liebster Award is given from one blogger to another as a way to get to know new & fabulous people. There are … Read More →
During my senior year of college, two froyo shops opened up within a few steps of my apartment. It became our weakness, as it was always fresh & consistently yummy. Since moving to the city, I have had many yummy froyo trips, but, perhaps luckily, none have been as close as my college spots. So, … Read More →
March was a busy month! Between birthdays, reunions and weekend trips . . . sprinkled in with some amazing opportunities, I had a full schedule, and I absolutely loved it! Check out some of the highlights . . . #1 thing to love about March: Shamrock Shakes // The best mozzarella special at my fav … Read More →
Don’t you love when you get an amazing opportunity? An opportunity to do something you never, ever, ever thought you would or could actually do in your life? I sure do. And I hope when you get that opportunity, you say yes, without hesitation. You’ll be happy you did. Last weekend, the awesome Kory Aversa set me … Read More →
One of the hardest things for me to deal with when I moved out of my parents’ place was the lack of dishwasher. I am a dishwasher girl, through & through, and the thought of cleaning dishes made me feel like a real life Cinderella (and also apparently a snob). I was not happy to find out that living … Read More →
After a long week and no time to grocery shop, I decided my Friday night dinner would be a dose of my favorite cuisine. But after ordering takeout in Philadelphia (regularly) for over 3 years, I have yet to find my go-to Mexican spot. I did a quick search on GrubHub and found Tres Jalapeños (901 South 8th … Read More →
