Peaches to Apples

3 on Thursday

By: tkonter April 28, 2016April 25, 2016

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We’re in the home stretch of Passover. Ugh. I hate this holiday. I just have to get myself to Saturday night and then it’s pizza time! Last week Lindsay planned a pretty fabulous girl date for us. She found out Ruth Reichl was speaking at the JCC and let me know, knowing I loved her…

Matzah Crack

By: tkonter April 27, 2016April 27, 2016

Cooking, Desserts, SnacksHolidays, PassoverLeave a Comment

For the last…forever, Passover-keeping Jews have dealt with the same gross desserts during the holiday. The only options were boxed cakes, and we’re not talkin funfetti. Think about it: when you can’t use flour can a cake really be that good? No, no it can’t. But then a few years ago everyone stated talking about…

At the Table: Passover 2016

By: tkonter April 26, 2016April 26, 2016

At the Table, Bits & BitesDecor, Holidays, Passover, TablescapeLeave a Comment

I went simple for Passover this year. I didn’t have the time to work on an elaborate floral centerpiece or place settings. I ended up doing all the cooking in one day instead of splitting it up into two, so I didn’t want to stress about having a fancy tablescape on top of all that.…

Playa Betty’s

By: tkonter April 25, 2016April 21, 2016

Mexican/Latin American, New York, Restaurants/BarsCalifornia, Mexican, TacosLeave a Comment

The last thing I think of when I imagine Upper West restaurants is a chill California vibe, but there goes Playa Betty’s, dropping a beachy restaurant on 75th and Amsterdam. It’s all tacos and margs here, with wood paneling and cafe lights so you feel like you could just step inside and prop your imaginary…

Weekends are for Weddings: Engagement Photos

By: tkonter April 23, 2016May 22, 2017

Bits & Bites, Uncategorized, Wedding PlanningPhotography, WeddingsLeave a Comment

The first installment of a new series! Check out my tips for a successful engagement photo shoot.

Sweet & Sour

By: tkonter April 22, 2016April 29, 2016

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The high and low from the week of 4/18

Ground Beef and Shallot Enchiladas

By: tkonter April 22, 2016April 20, 2016

Cooking, Mains, Recipe IndexMexican, Original RecipesLeave a Comment

I love that you can buy enchilada sauce at the grocery store. It means I’m actually willing to tackle the dish on a weeknight. This meal mean I was back on track with Taco Tuesday. Yes, in my world enchiladas count for Taco Tuesday. Start by browning 1 lb of ground beef in a skillet…

3 on Thursday

By: tkonter April 21, 2016April 18, 2016

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3 things that give me the extra push I need to make it to the weekend

PSA: GlamSquad

By: tkonter April 20, 2016April 18, 2016

Bits & Bites, PSAsBeauty, FashionLeave a Comment

Sometimes I think there’s a place you’ve just got to know about and my Public Service Announcements (PSAs) will give you the full skinny. I’m usually all about doing my own hair and makeup. However, when the stakes are high, it’s nice to put yourself in the capable hands of a professional. When I’m a…

Seasonal Tastes: April 2016 – Pepper Jack and Chive Mashed Potatoes

By: tkonter April 19, 2016April 15, 2016

Cooking, Recipe Index, Seasonal Tastes, SidesPotatoes, VegetarianLeave a Comment

Mashed potatoes are a heavy, Winter food item, but if you add a ton of chives, they feel nice and Spring-y. This is how you make a seasonal ingredient work for ya. This side dish requires exactly 4 ingredients because I’m such a nice person and like making your lives easy. Bring a pot of…