Friday Foodday

Tomorrow is The BF's birthday. He's a good one, so today's we're looking at some of his favorite foods.

Applejack Rabbit

c/o Serious Eats

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Laird's Bonded Apple Brandy
• 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 ounce fresh orange juice
• 1/2 ounces of good Maple Syrup

Directions

Add apple brandy, lemon juice, orange juice, and maple syrup to a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds, and strain into a chilled coupe.

Sweet and Spicy Pulled Pork with Honey Jalapeño Slaw

c/o Host the Toast

Ingredients

For the Pulled Pork:

• 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
• 1 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries
• 1 chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped
• 1 tablespoon adobo sauce 
• 1 bottle BBQ sauce 
• 3 lb pork shoulder
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

For the Slaw:

• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
• 1 10 oz bag slaw mix
• ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Directions

1. Combine first 4 Pulled Pork ingredients in the bottom of the crock pot. Mix in ½ of the BBQ sauce.
2. Season the pork shoulder with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper and place on top of the BBQ sauce mixture. Pour the remaining BBQ sauce on top.
3. Cook on low for about 6-7 hours, or until the pork can be pulled apart with forks.
4. Remove the pork, pull it, and return it to the crock pot.
5. Mix it all together and cook on low for an additional hour.
6. As the pork cooks, prepare the slaw by mixing together all of the ingredients. Cover until ready to serve.
7. When the pork is done, serve warm with slaw on fresh hamburger buns.

Molten Chocolate Cake

c/o Closet Cooking

Ingredients

• 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 3 egg yolks
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 egg whites

Directions

1. Lightly grease 3 ramekins with butter.
2. Melt the chocolate into the butter in a double boiler and let cool a bit.
3. Beat the egg yolks and sugar and mix into the chocolate.
4. Beat the egg whites in a bowl until they form soft peaks.
5. Fold the chocolate into the egg whites.
6. Pour the batter into the ramekins, no more than 2/3 full.
7. Bake in a preheated 400F oven for 7-10 minutes. The outside will be set and possibly crack and the inside will still be liquid.
8. Let cool for a few minutes and then run a knife around the edges and tip onto a plate. 

To Dye For

Let's talk ombre. The always popular color trend that is so easy and laid back that it's made it into just about every style. From skirts to heels to bags, ombre is everywhere. And today we're looking at it in jewelry.

Banana Republic, Aqua Ombre Stretch Bracelet, $45

This beachy bracelet is quite the stunner. I love the mix of aquas because it would work with a white dress or a navy suit.

Last Call Neiman Marcus, Fragments Ombre Marquise Cut Earring, $35

Oh these citrus hues are so playful and so are these chandelier earrings. 

Forever 21, Bold Ombre Layered Chain Necklace, $7

A statement necklace that is ready for a denim jacket and a good sunset.

Nordstrom, Vince Camuto Ethereal Statement Linear Earrings, $28

I love these earrings because of the column shape. So often we gravitate to a stud, chandelier or hoop, try these for something different.

Ombre jewelry is more of a casual statement because it's just so breezy. It's not as in your face as a monochrome piece and its not as 'notice me' as a neon. It's unassuming but beautiful.

Be fabulous today!

1,000th Post Giveaway

Today is my 1,000th post. Woah lovebugs. Woah. I'm so grateful for your readership, your encouragement and your love! So to say thanks, for my 1,000th post I'm giving away $75 Nordstrom gift card.

Nordstrom isn't paying for this giveaway, I am. I love Nordstrom and I want to make sure that any one who wins this gift card will find exactly what they want. With Nordstrom, I know they will. What would I get? Let's see.

Lynette Flat

Lace Insert Maxi Dress

Layered Statement Necklace

What would you buy?

I will announce the winner next Wednesday!

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Wrapped Up

I love a great wrap dress, it's easy and flattering on any shape. Today we're looking at the wrap skirt. I like this option because you can add a top that shows off your style. The shape, still just as flattering.

Asos, Premium Wrap Skirt in Bonded Crepe, $42

This gem comes in a bold color that is ready for neutrals like black, or push the limits and pair it with lavender or yellow.

Nordstrom, Topshop Duchess Satin Faux Wrap Skirt, $40

A soft blush color in a heavier satin is a great contrast for this piece. You can go ultra feminine and pair it with lace and pearls or totally rocker with some spikes and a graphic tee.

Shopbob, Free People Column Skirt, $88

Talk about the perfect maxi skirt. I love the color, the length, and the slubbed jersey comfort.

H&M, Wrap Front Skirt, $29

This skirt is great for work or play. For work I would add a bright colored blazer and for play, just throw on a simple, breezy tank and a long necklace for a night out.

Wrap skirts really let you add some of your own style to an outfit. Mini or maxi, bright or neutral, there is something for everyone with this trend.

Be fabulous today!