{Food For Thought Tuesday: Farm-To-Table Restaurants}

It's back by popular demand - Food For Thought Tuesdays, and today's topic is "farm-to-table" restaurants. I must admit that I have not stayed faithful to my journey of a healthy lifestyle and body since my move to NYC and I can blame that on many things - adjusting to a new city, wanting to try all the restaurants this city has to offer, lots of eating out to experience the city and to socialize...and while I haven't gained any weight (probably has a lot to do with all the walking) I haven't lost nearly what I thought I would have in my first month. While I know we will continue to eat out, we are trying to be more conscience of the restaurants we visit. Right here in our neighborhood we have several farm-to-table restaurants that we have frequented. What is farm-to-table you ask? Farm-to-table means that the food that is on the table came from a specific local farm or CSA. Getting food straight from the farmer cuts out the middleman – like packagers, processing plants and commercial vendor - and assures consumers that their fare is fresh, nutritious and locally produced; something worth paying a little extra for.

For those that are in the NYC area, or plan to visit in the near future - below are a few of my highly recommended farm-to-table restaurants in the city - I promise you will love them:

1. Westville - 246 W18th St., 212-924-2223
2. Home - 20 Cornelia St., 212-243-9579
3. Blue Hill - 75 Washington Pl., 212-539-1776
4. Mas - 39 Downing St., 212-255-1790

Just a little food for thought...

{A Glimpse Of The Weekend}

Morning Peeps! Hope everyone enjoyed their weekends. The one thing about having a jam packed fabulous weekend is that it literally flies by before you know it, it's Monday morning and back to the grind. Before starting the hustle and bustle - here's a glimpse of my weekend:

We went to the Brooklyn Flea Market and I fell in love with this lamp. I looked at it, walked around, looked at it some more - but couldn't hand over the $200 they were asking for it.   Strolling the streets of Brooklyn and admiring the lovely Brownstones.  One of the luxuries that I indulge in is getting my laundry washed and folded for me. Me and my sister just adore the owner, and we love getting our clothes delivered in this cute little bag.   Yesterday we decided to spend the day at the beach. The weather was perfect!!! We packed a lunch, and got on the train to Long Island beach to soak up the sun...and start reading Fifty Shades Darker. Ahh.....Christian Grey is back in my life...  And back to the grind...enjoy your week loves!

{TGIF Peeps}

This is me jumping up and down - up and down - and up and down outside my apartment because it's the freakin weekend! I've had one chaotic week and the moment I get a few things done at work, I'm busting out those doors and heading to the nail salon to get a much needed mani/pedi. These streets of New York can tear up your feet, and mine are living proof.

After a little pampering, I plan to be outside enjoying the amazing weather we are going to have this weekend - I foresee a little shopping, a trip to Mood, drinks and dinner outside, and then on Sunday a day trip to the beach for some much needed relaxation. I totally live for the weekends...

- This home tour of Crystal Gentilello, co-founder of Rue Magazine, is all kinds of fabulous. Full of all sorts of ideas for my apartment!

- The sandals above in my picture are from Target, and I love love love them - very comfortable and I can wear around the city!

- Painted shelved DIY, along with styling tips - too cute...

- DIY drink umbrellas - now all I need is blue water, white sand, and oh yea and nice fruity drink!

- Blushington - what a cute name and store...jealous!

Enjoy your weekend Peeps!

{Spicy Dill Pickle Chips = Snack-tastic!}

While shopping around Chelsea Market over the weekend, we found these amazing spicy dill pickle chips made by McClure's and I immediately became 100% addicted. Being the pickle lover that I am, it took everything in me not to bring a big bag home - instead I showed a little control and shared a small bag with my mom and sisters. While catching up on all my fave bloggers last night, I noticed that Joy from Oh Joy! also considers these chips to be a current obsession... and like her, if you like tangy, vinegary flavors {or simply if you're pregnant}, you gotta try em - but be careful, you won't be able to have just one...

{The Panama Hat Obsession}

Over the weekend we did A LOT of shopping and for a change I had a LOT of success! I'll be sharing all that I purchased over the next several days, but today is one of my favorite purchases. As I'm in the process of growing out my hair, and with the ridiculous heat outside, a hat is exactly what I need. You know I purchased my Yankee hat over the weekend, but I also purchased this Panama hat over at J.Crew and a I love it!