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The seasons seem to have blended seamlessly – nothing feels different but the forseeable changes in the coming weeks and months are exciting. I spent a lot of time in the kitchen this week baking and cooking, and it felt great to slow down and have a quiet moment. I’ve missed experimenting with new ingredients. On the film front, I’m still struggling to tackle my Best Picture Bucket List. Until I can finally cross another movie off the list, let’s wrap-up the week with a recap…

* What people are eating around the world.

* Cute chocolate panda faces as an afternoon snack (photo above).

* Watched A Serious Man. After seeing the preview for it in theaters so many times, it was nice to see what it was all about.

* Revenge killed it this week – I seriously cannot get enough of this show. I’m really looking forward to the 2-hour season finale on May 12.

* These golden marbled Easter eggs are beautiful.

* Hitchcock’s earliest films will be toured around the U.S.

* Wish I were in NYC for the grilled-cheese showdown this weekend.

* Made this almond gelatin dessert a couple of days ago and it satisfied my midnight sweet tooth.

{Photo by Lauren}

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by Lauren on March 22, 2013  •  Permalink
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That’s a Wrap!

Happy Friday! Wrapping up the week with a recap…

· These flowers from the farmers market were unreal…I would love to fill my room with these!

· A delicious after work pick-me-up from Baked by Melissa [1st photo].

· This pretzel and coffee phone puff is so adorable [2nd photo].

· Saw the play One Man Two Guvnors – nonstop laughter. I highly recommend it.

· I’m excited to see The Bourne Legacy - Jeremy Renner has been in all the best action movies (including MI:4)

Do you have any fun plans for the weekend?

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by Lauren on August 3, 2012  •  Permalink
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Around Town: ABC Kitchen, New York City

I loved ABC Kitchen the minute I walked in. The outside of the restaurant is not flashy, so it is easy to walk right by. I’ve gone a couple of times for brunch, which is a great time to go (but a difficult time to get a table). The food is as local and organic as possible, and everything tastes fresh and flavorful. I’ve tried the french toast with cherries, seasonal donuts, and Eggs Benedict with flying pigs farm ham, and my sister swears by the housemade yogurt and granola with housemade jam. ABC Kitchen is definitely worth going to if you are in NYC. If you can’t get in, I recommend trying The Standard Grill.

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Setting: Intimate yet spacious, earthy, clean

Good for: Family brunch, dinner with friends, date night

What to order: Eggs Benedict, housemade yogurt and granola with housemade jam

Downsides: Reservation difficulty (mainly for brunch)

Recommend: Reserving a table in advance or arriving when it opens to get a seat, ordering a main dish and sharing a smaller dish with your dining partner

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by Lauren on August 1, 2012  •  Permalink
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That’s a Wrap!

Happy Friday! Wrapping up the week with a recap…

· Nothing beats dinner and jazz on a Monday night [1st photo].

· Spotted: a beautiful butterfly on a dirty NYC sidewalk [2nd photo].

· I have finally started watching Breaking Bad. After hearing so many good things, I had to see for myself what it’s all about!

· More reasons to love Jon Hamm, Christina Hendricks, and Vincent Kartheiser.

· Still need to see Spiderman…and as of this weekend, The Dark Knight Rises.

· I could have really used this umbrella during the intense thunderstorm on Wednesday!

· Didn’t really take advantage of Restaurant Week. Instead I did a lot of cooking at home.

Did you try any new restaurants this week? Have you seen any good movies?

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by Lauren on July 20, 2012  •  Permalink
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Around Town: Coolhaus Ice Cream Truck

New York City in the summer means inescapable heat and a never-ending desire for ice cream. When I passed a bright pink ice cream truck, I had to stop. Turns out, the truck was Coolhaus Ice Cream, where you construct your own cookie ice cream sandwich.  I chose chocolate chip cookies with the Dirty Mint ice cream (which tastes like a fresh peppermint garden). The ice cream and cookies are delicious individually, and together they are an unbeatable combination. Also, the wrapper that the ice cream sandwich comes in is edible. Coolhaus isn’t just in NYC – they have trucks in Los Angeles, Dallas, and Austin! With flavors like Fried Chicken and Waffles, Lychee Martini Sorbet, and Chocolate Molten Cake, I clearly need to hunt down this truck again for another summer treat.

If you are in NYC and want a different kind of summer treat, try the frrrozen hot chocolates at Serendipity 3!

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by Lauren on July 11, 2012  •  Permalink
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That’s a Wrap!

· The 4th of July fireworks show in NYC was spectacular, as usual. I loved the fireworks that looked like smudges, the ones that shimmered, and the ones that exploded and then moved around like little worms (you know what I mean?)

· Saw two movies that you should add to your Weekend Watch list: The Intouchables and Ted. Both were laugh out loud hilarious.

· Ate pizza at Grimaldi’s (not as great as it is hyped up to be..Mozza is so much better) and Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory (yum!). Admired the NYC skyline and read…a great way to celebrate the long weekend (photo above)!

· My sister made this for dinner, confirming that no matter how hot it is outside, comfort food will always win.

· I am ready for a getaway…take me somewhere beautiful and relaxing!

Have a restful weekend!

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by Lauren on July 6, 2012  •  Permalink
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Posted by Lauren on July 6, 2012

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Wrapping up the week with a recap…

· Still heartbroken about Nora Ephron. She wrote and directed some of my favorite movies, and she is one of my writing/woman idols (If you haven’t read this book yet, you really should).

· This looks like the perfect summer drink.

· So many great movies come out next week, including Katy Perry 3D (but actually, I can’t wait…), Savages, and Spiderman. I will basically be living at the movie theater.

· Currently my #1 reason to be excited to get back to L.A.

· I always see the Hotel sign (1st photo) all over Pinterest, so when I actually saw it in real life, I couldn’t resist taking my own picture.

· Got my pho fix this week (2nd photo). One of the best comfort foods.

· NYC taxis are prettier from afar (3rd photo). Taken outside of Tipsy Parson.

{photos by a dash of cinema}

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by Lauren on June 29, 2012  •  Permalink
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Around Town: The Grey Dog, New York City

I found The Grey Dog when I was wandering around one sunny day. As I passed it on the street, I made a mental note to come back after looking inside at the charming interior and delicious menu on the walls. The Grey Dog is a great little place to meet up with friends for a quick bite, or just to eat and read on your own. The food has been great the past two times I’ve gone (breakfast and lunch). My favorite part about The Grey Dog is that it is off the main street, so the ambiance is calmer for a cafe in the City.

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Setting: Charming, cozy, and spacious

Good for: Breakfast and lunch with family and friends, going solo

What to order: Lemonade, Egg Sandwich with Cheese on a Croissant, Irish Oatmeal, Grilled Chicken Press with Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto & Roasted Tomato, and Roast Beef Press with Swiss, Sauteed Onions, Horseradish Sauce & Au Jus

Downsides: Waiting in line to order and then finding a table (though this makes it more casual, which is nice)

Recommend: Going for breakfast – it is quieter and there are fewer people

If you are looking for more restaurants in NYC, check out my Around Town page!

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by Lauren on June 27, 2012  •  Permalink
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From Broadway to the Big Screen

1. West Side Story | 2. Oklahoma! | 3. Chicago | 4. Mamma Mia! | 5. Rent

This week I saw a couple of Broadway shows Jesus Christ Superstar and Porgy and Bess.  I also went to the immersive theater production, Sleep No More, which I highly recommend. Halfway through Porgy and Bess, I started thinking about which Broadway shows have been turned into movies. Most of the Broadway-to-big screen movies that I’ve seen have been really great, but these ones are my favorites. It is fun to see the Broadway performances come alive on the silver screen, especially when the sets and locations are adjusted to a bigger budget. Unlike book-to-movies where I encourage reading the book before seeing the movie, I think you can watch either the Broadway show or movie first without ruining the other. What are your favorite Broadway-to-big screen movies? 

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by Lauren on June 20, 2012  •  Permalink
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Around Town: Tipsy Parson, New York City

There are so many places to eat in NYC it is kind of ridiculous! The options are endless, which makes going out to eat a process involving research and making reservations. I have a list of restaurants I would love to try (it grows daily) and I depend on OpenTable to confirm a table. It helps if you can narrow down which area you want to be in (Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Meatpacking, West Village, etc). Because my list is too long and I don’t want to be going out to eat all the time, I sometimes depend on Yelp, friend recommendations, or find restaurants from books or websites to read reviews and learn a bit more before spending money.

My friend recommended Tipsy Parson to me, and everything about it sounded great. I checked out the menu online beforehand, and almost immediately knew what I wanted to order. Tipsy Parson is small and charming, with a comfortable exterior and interior. We opted for an early lunch so there were only a couple of other people eating, but the restaurant is small enough for the service and space to feel personal. I will definitely be going back for breakfast or brunch!

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Setting: Charming and soulful, cute neighborhood restaurant

Good for: Lunch with friends, business meetings

What to order: BLT (with an incredible side of crunchy potato chips), Mushroom Toast – next time I want to try the sticky bun.

Downsides: I found the portions to be a bit big

Recommend: Grab the seat next to the window – you can people watch!

{photos by a dash of cinema}

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