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I am so happy that it's a Holiday Weekend--ecstatic actually. I'm also really looking forward to preparing a batch of delicious White Sangria to sip on as as float my 3 days off away poolside. The recipe is super simple, and offers a light alternative to traditional, red sangria--perfect for day drinking under the sun!
White Sangria
--recipe adapted from The New York Times. Image courtesy of rd.com.
Ingredients:
2 small peaches
1 small pear
1 small orange (I recommend using a Blood Orange if you can find one)
1.5 Cups Apple Juice (choose a reduced sugar option, if available)
1 cup Cointreau
1 cup Club Soda
1 bottle sparkling white wine (Cava or Moscato d'Asti)
Method:
Slice the fruit into bite sized pieces and place in a large pitcher. Pour in the sparkling wine, juice and Cointreau. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours to draw out flavors from the fruit. Add the Club soda and stir. Spoon some fruit into the ice filled cocktail glass of your choice, and top with liquids. Makes 8 servings.
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Fresh Face Forward: Comodynes Easy Peeling & Estée Lauder Idealist Dual-Action Refinishing Treatment
Reveal an all-new you with at-home peeling treatments that whisk away dead skin and debris quickly and effectively.
Comodynes Easy Peeling
These convenient individually wrapped towelettes utilize detoxifying microspheres to eliminate rough skin and clarify pores while active biological ingredients stimulate the regeneration of cells. My thoughts: This product imparted a slight sting upon application, and my skin felt a little parched initially, but it was nothing a little dab of moisturizer couldn't fix. My skin was noticeably smoother, and the towelette application is always a convenient plus. $14 for 8 towelettes, comodynes.net
Estée Lauder Idealist Dual-Action Refinishing Treatment
An at-home alternative to micro-dermabrasion or glycolic peels, a thermal action (self warming) formula open pores to release impurities as concentrated levels of Salicylic Acid and Glucosamine leaves skin clearer brighter and smoother than ever. My thoughts: I am totally in love with this treatment. When I read about it initially, I thought the warming sensation was cheesy (think Biore of the late '90s) but it's actually therapeutic and super-soothing. Additionally, my skin feels as soft as can be, and pores are much smaller after a few weeks of bi-weekly application. Consider me addicted. $49.50, esteelauder.com
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Well, after running errands in a complete downpour, working my day job and dealing with a cranky 10 month old since 6 a.m., I somehow managed to find the energy to create some baked goods today. I made these as a gift for a few friends who just had a baby boy last week. They are Cupcake Bites that I adapted from a recipe over at Bakerella. Mine definitely didn't come out as pretty as the expert Bakerella's, but I think I made a pretty good effort. After some practice, I think I could really perfect the process.
The new parents have a love affair with Red Velvet cake, so of course I chose this flavor for the cake center.
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This summer, luxury denim brand Page Premium Denim collaborates with OPI to bring us shorts and crops that match perfectly with all new Brights by OPI shades.
From left to right: Over the Taupe, On the Same Paige, In My Back Pocket, A Grape Fit, No Room for Blues, and Shorts Story.
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