We are in the middle of a serious heat wave here in New York. Ninety degrees and it's not even June yet (insert sad face).
Pretty flowers in our neighborhood.
Living in San Francisco for the past six years has made me seriously wimpy when it comes to temperature extremes. I'm determined to make the best of it though, so this week I rounded up some ideas to help keep you cool this summer.
I've declared this the summer of the Tom Collins. Dress up your favorite drink with a festive cocktail stick.
Use up those summer veggies with one of these 38 awesome vegetarian grilling recipes!
Paint an old ladder and turn it into a plant shelf. Cute!
Is it just me, or are Chucks the most uncomfortable shoes? Good thing they are cute!
I can't wait to try out my new ice cream maker (totally necessary in a tiny NYC kitchen, right?). This blueberry muffin ice cream recipe is at the top of my list.
I have an unhealthy affection for cheesy (literally and figuratively) Mexican restaurants. Mexican Unfried Ice Cream - need I say more?
Feeling crafty? Try making a pair of these DIY Marc Jacobs bracelets. They are guaranteed to perk up a basic shorts and t-shirt outfit.
I love these gorgeous buildings in my neighborhood. Fraternal twins!
I'm turning off my oven for the summer. Check out this roundup of 10 summer salads. The heirloom tomato salad looks delicious.
Celebrating a bride-to-be this summer? This sweet and summery berry themed bridal shower is so pretty! I love how they used berry boxes to hold the flowers.
OK, this sounds seriously amazing: Blood Orange and Moscato Float via Glitter Guide.
We took a walk along the East River last weekend. It was a gorgeous day!
What are your plans for the weekend?