Friday Foodday

Happy Friday lovebugs! 

Here are my favorite recipes this week.

The Boca Shake
c/o Stir and Strain

Ingredients

1 ounce Licor 43
4-6 ounces Orange Crush soda pop
1 ounce heavy cream

Directions

In a highball glass filled with ice. Build the drink by pouring in the Licor 43. Add soda and cream. Stir to combine. 

Kolokythokeftedes

c/o Closet Cooking

Ingredients

2 cups zucchini, grated and squeezed

1/4 cup of feta, crumbled

1 splash ouzo (optional)

1 clove garlic, chopped

2 green onions, sliced

1 handful herbs (such as mint, dill and parsley), chopped

1 egg, lightly beaten

salt and pepper to taste

~1/2 cup flour (I used whole wheat)

breadcrumbs (I use whole wheat)

oil for frying

Directions

Mix the zucchini, feta, ouzo, garlic, green onion, herbs and egg and season with salt and pepper.

Mix in enough flour and breadcrumbs that you can work with the mixture to form balls.

Form the mixture into balls and dust in flour.

Fry in oil until golden brown and set aside to cool.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies

c/o Buns in My Oven

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup + 1/3 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup quick cooking oats
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/3 cup jelly
Directions

Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
Begin by creaming the butters and sugars for the cookies. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
In a small bowl mix together your flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix into the creamed butter and sugars.
Mix in the oats and stir until combined.
Drop teaspoonfuls (or use a small cookie scoop) of dough onto a parchment lined baking sheet. Make a criss cross with a fork to flatten the cookies.
Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool.
When cookies are completely cooled, flip half of them over. Spread each cookie with peanut butter and jelly. Top with the remaining cookies.

Lace Blues

You know what's hard about lace? You immediately think white or cream and it's not exactly white lace season any longer. That doesn't mean lace is out of the game. Oh no, I've got you covered. Black and blue lace. Stay with me. It's professional, feminine, and perfect for day to night.

Loft, Blue Underlay Lace Skirt, $79

What did I tell you? Scalloped hem to boot.

Asos, Darling Eliza Lace Skirt, $30

The high waisted style of this skirt makes the bow grown up.

Piperlime, Lace Pencil Skirt, $89

Hits right at the knee for a perfect work skirt. I'd pair it with a teal blouse and a bright sandal.

Ann Taylor, Tall Lace Pencil Skirt, $84

I think my favorite detail might be the grosgrain ribbon waistband. 

Lace isn't just for summer and these navy and black options are perfect for fall. 

Be fabulous today!

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Brilliant Idea

Sometimes I am chock-full of ideas for posts. Brimming with trends to try and sales to spoil. Sometimes I'm at a loss. And when that happens I often turn to The bf and ask 'what should I write about?' And sometimes he's helpful. Sometimes. And today is one of those times: let's look at some burgundy clutches.

Banana Republic, Gemma Burgundy Box Clutch, $79 sold out but this one is on sale for $50 with code BREXTRA50

Doesn't this remind you of something your gramma would have and in the best way possible?

Dorothy Perkins, Oxblood Asymmetric Clutch Bag, $28

How about a mixed media clutch with a wristlet option? Yes.

Free People, Harper Vegan Clutch, $48

I love the fold over detail and the pebbled leather of this oh-so-soft accessory.

Yoox, Tantra Across Body Bag, $35 $27

An envelope style with a little metal. Love it.

Sometimes The bf has some great ideas and these maroon, burgundy, oxblood, whatever you want to call are a great addition to your fall collection.

Be fabulous today!

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What a Stud!

Let's get a little rock and roll today. A little wild from my usual prep-classic style. I'm talking studs. nothing offensive, but edgy. A little unexpected. And I love these studded skirts because I can balance them with a feminine silk tie blouse or keep it sassy with a jean jacket.

Bloomingdale's, Studded Flare Skirt, $54 $47

I'm starting with my favorite. The vertical studding lengthens the legs and the flare does exactly what it's supposed to do. 

Target, Athens Blue Studded Ponte Pencil Skirt, $24

A sassy pencil option that is in a sturdy ponte fabric.

Guess, Studded Wrap Skirt, $79

Love this wrap with gunmetal studding. The back also features an exposed zipper.

Tulle, Rockin' Around Mini Skirt, $39

Not so much for this trend? How about the quietest of options that still fits the bill.

The studded skirt is a fun way to inject some energy into your wardrobe. Whether you're a prep, rocker, or boho, anyone can pull off this trend.

Be fabulous today!

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