stir one for me, please
stumbled on at monte lauro european gourmet's stand at fairgrounds farmer's market
raspberry • fig • tomato
cocktails, ice cream, custards, stews, marinade, salsa, dressing
just sayin'
Showing posts with label phoebe. Show all posts
Showing posts with label phoebe. Show all posts
bloom does indie shopping
it's doesn't need to be a hallmark holiday (yes, i called it out as a hallmark holiday, mother's day) to shop for mom ... you ... your children ... gifties ... for the sweet tooth or four legged buddies in your life.
be sure to stop n' shop the
today from 9-3
at the Wyomissing Public Library on 9 Reading Blvd
You will find paper art used as party accessories or cake toppers, handmade and up-cycled children's toys & play food, customizable jewelry and key chain tags, baked goods, printed cards and fun jewelry to fill sweater free arms.
Show some hometown love to local chicks who craft and create!
5 easter market must-haves
Easter ham from S. Clyde Weaver (bone in or not) or try the herb rolled pork from Rooster St. Provisions
Greek easter bread from Yasou!
(serve with dinner or use for day-after, house guest french toast)
table love from Rohrer Family Farm Flowers & the cutest bunny sandtarts from Stoltzfus Homestyle Bakery
hostess gift from Pineapple House Creations... might I suggest a lovely market bag that can be doubled as a weekend getaway bag
where does bloom girl phoebe go when she wants to treat herself to a rather amazing grilled cheese and tomato soup, usually saved for celebrating very special occasions? read on, dear bloom followers, to find out why she'll be heading back.
phoebe savors grilled cheese and tomato bisque at cafe BOLD
bloom does...valentine's day
is your red lip not red enough for this day long love-fest? never fear! do like dallas says and put a creamy concealer on your lips first! voila! really red lips.
happy valentine's day lovers! sending you hugs and kisses from berks county!
xoxo
bloom does...valentine's with sparkle
add a little dazzle to your everyday with rings and things
from Charles Hutcheson Fine Jewelry, in West Reading, and the Goggleworks gift shop.
from Charles Hutcheson Fine Jewelry, in West Reading, and the Goggleworks gift shop.
mesh cuff from the goggleworks gift shop and starburst rings, in a variety of colors, from Charles Hutcheson Fine Jewelery
bloom does...valentine's day
lip service, part duex
okay, people pucker up for second installment of our love day lip guide in which, phoebe gets her first red lip ever at the bell tower. dallas once again did her thang and phoebe ended up with a very enviable red lip. so, here's what you need for making this sultry lip your own.
for this really red lip, dallas used three NARS products:
- red lizard lip pencil
- junlge red lipstick
- norma lip gloss
we think this makes the most perfect red pout ever.
as always, start with an application of plain old lip balm to get things going. don't forget to blot! (not pictured.)
1. first dallas lines phoebe's lip with red lizard, then she colors her entire lip in with the pencil.
2. once her lip has been penciled in, dallas applies jungle red lipstick on top of the red lizard layer. this gives depth to the color and a long lasting red effect! if you like the matte look on your lips, stop here, no need for step three!
3. dallas finishes the look with a liberal coating of norma lip gloss - or the more technical description of the last step: norma on top!
see? so simple, just like we promised! no need to be scared of more products, or red lips! we had SUCH a blast hanging out with dallas and the bell tower, being girly and getting fun make-up tips; the bloom girls heart you big time. remember to schedule some time for yourself and make any day a special occasion.
check back on valentine's day for our one final red lip tip from dallas - you won't believe it!
xoxo
bloom does...valentine's day
phoebe's five favorite local loves for the pure food goodess and wife
phoebe's five favorite local loves for the pure food goodess and wife
1. just curious ? gifts, antiques, and garden designs
vintage costume jewelry, sea colored goblet love, jade salt & pepper shakers for breakfast in bed. gifts for the gardener, glamour girl and the hostesses with the mostess.
2. flower from petals on penn
roses are red, violets are blue and more goodies from just curious too.
3. locally made jewelry by metalledwith
this kitchen & garden dweller loves metalledwith's pressed leaf & herb pieces. this piece is based in the serenity prayer
4. massage & facial from the beautiful gals of eye on you media spa
begin the pampering with
a 60-80 minute massage from glenna and get your luxurious glow on with a facial from
julie. 610.898.1475
5. a sleepover with the sharks at the National Aquarium in Baltimore
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| my toes above the shark tank.. you can go behind the scenes! as an adult you might be in the minority but this was just plain fun. |
game day eats
a snowy night + local apple cider = apple cider chili
side of my hottie cornbread scones
for more game day eats recipes...
check out one of this chick's favorite blogs
roasted pepper cheese dip
beer battered pickles
corndog pops
easy + light potato soup
rocky road brownies
and was sippin' sunshine
on a chilly winter day
last week
and suggests you do the same
lovin' on pureblend tea
check it out
it feels like winter, finally, and i need to know...
is it acceptable to wear these crazy cozy fleece booties to yoga in?
purchased these handmade booties from the cutest couple, Adele & Neil, of Golden Fleece Fashions. they live in chilly connecticut.
diane von furstenberg yoga mat
where we get our bloom yoga on
now go and get your cozy yoga style on, bloom style
p.s. phoebe's pure food soirée will be talking & answering yoga ?'s on 2.1
suffering a case of the same old, same old restaurant funk?
have you savored the bites at the new Say Cheese! Restaurant, in West Reading?
we have and it's safe to say...
we like.
just one of the starters...cornmeal and lavender encrusted artichoke hearts.
not sure i have more pics. we really went to town on the appies.
if this is your first visit, might i suggest you do it old school... basic grilled cheese and oh so savory tomato soup. you will love this comfort food basic. i wanted mine to come home with me for the weekend but i ate it instead.
the 'witch had the perfect crunch and was not greasy. the creamy, piping hot tomato soup wasn't overly complicated in flavor and made me sing (in my head). homemade chips, the only way chips should be served. the only thing that would have sent me around the moon, for a 2nd time, was a pickle.
the cheese platter was a dinner option enjoyed by our gluten free friend.
then the dessert sampler was served...
and we were thankfully thrilled
visit say cheese! and say the bloom girls sent you
bloom goes greek for a day . . .
Sticky sweet baklava, pastitsio, moussaka, finikia for finger eating, piping hot Greek coffee, savory olives & cheese . . . a cultural meal shared in a church hall, with your neighbors, at a wallet friendly price. . . I'm not sure what's a better way to nosh.
Hope you didn’t miss the 54th annual Greek Bazaar at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Lancaster, the scoop was on our facebook page. The savory platter options were tantalizing. The line for dining in was long so arrive early. If you prefer avoiding the crowd take advantage of the drive up options.
Not only did we pick up sweets to enjoy during the week but we visited the pop-up shops that included the pantry (olive oil, cheese, olives, baked goods, bread, candy), the attic (second hand items for super cheap), gift shop, jewelry and books.
Saint Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, in Berks County, hosts their annual Greek Festival in mid October. Make a note, in your fancy smart phone, for the 2013 Greek Bazaar in Berks or Lancaster County and you too can be Greek for a day.
berks to nyc marathon 2012 for IM ABLE
handicap: a disadvantage that makes achievement unusually difficult . . .
. . . but not impossible
There is something afoot in Berks and it's inspiring.
A team of 5 locals (Janet Oberholtzer & Beverly Shantz sporting IM ABLE gear, right photo) will be running the 2012 NYC Marathon, representing and fundraising for IM ABLE. It began with the dream of Chris Kaag, founder if IM ABLE & Corps Fitness (top left, center).
The IM ABLE Foundation was created to build active lifestyles for individuals with disabilities. The mission of the IM ABLE Foundation is to remove obstacles that prevent people affected by disabilities from being physically active by providing resources, grants, fitness opportunities and motivation. They change attitudes about the potential of disabled individuals by exposing what is possible.
There are amazing roots building beautiful things in Berks.
Last night's send off party is where enthusiasm and motivation bloomed.
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