Another month has passed! Today, I had brunch with a friend at Dolores in Bed-Stuy, stopped by Unearth Vintage in Cobble Hill and almost bought a Liz Claiborne silk skirt, and then saw Obsession and ate my favorite tater tots with queso at Nitehawk Cinema. Seeing a horror movie in the middle of the day is always so disorientating because you come out of the theater and everyone’s out and about and the birds are chirping and the world feels extra bright.
Afterward, I had a vanilla soft serve with olive oil and sea salt from Pasta Louise Cafe. A perfect way to wrap up May. As always, here are some things that brought me joy this month.
Birthday festivities! I got a mini olive oil cake from From Lucie and ate dinner at Casa Adela. And the following week, I had a small birthday party at my apartment and we all ate cardamon cake with roasted strawberry jam. My friends gave me the most darling gifts (Stationery! Mugs! Books! Lip balms! Incense! handwritten cards that made me cry!
NYC Design Week. This year, I had to miss a few events, but it’s always an exciting and energizing time of the year. I had the pleasure of seeing two of my friends show their work at ICFF! I’m still not over this side table my friend made.
Getting a facial at SPENCER’S. They were kind enough to treat me to a treatment at their new Williamsburg location. Every time I go to any of their locations, I get so inspired because they’re just the most beautiful spaces. And my skin felt amazing after.
Lu Petit Écolier Dark Chocolate biscuits. (Thank you Skylar Allen for sharing your stunning snack plates and introducing me to these). Not only are these cookies , but they are the most scrumptious biscuits I’ve ever had. I was grocery shopping the other day and was so happy when I noticed them.
Scribner’s Catskill Lodge! I was there for a short and sweet work retreat. It’s such a gorg space, so I need to go back.
The CAMPER Casi Myra ballet flats. Specifically in the light blue. This is what my shoe collection was missing. They are comfy and have the perfect amount of support.
Lip balms. I find myself constantly reaching for my EADEM lip balm lately. I’ve also been a Glossier Generation G Cake enthusiast for who knows how many years now, but the lid always pops off which is getting annoying, even though it is literally the most perfect color. Apparently, this one’s a good alternative, so I’ll be trying it next.
Flamingo Estate’s new book, Pleasure Principles. Richard Christiansen’s new book is available for pre-order and I can’t wait for it to arrive. It’s going to be a beauty (and the name is perfect).
The Long Island Bar’s deviled eggs. I don’t eat deviled eggs unless they’re from here. I tried another restaurant’s and unfortunately, they were a disappointment. But The Long Island Bar just gets them right every time. A window seat, deviled eggs, little gem salad, and a crispy chicken sandwich is all I need.
GAP Poplin Barrel Pants!!! The navy color went out of stock as I was writing this, but I did just get a second pair in black.
Reading more fiction. I have always leaned a little more non-fiction (finished Famesick, wow) but I’m having a very fiction-filled month. I finished Bellies by Nicola Dinan (need to read Disappoint Me next) and I’m just a few chapters away from finishing Yesteryear. I also got sent a copy of Girl’s Girl that I can’t wait to read. And I started East of Eden.
Whipping out my Dona Tea Library. We had family stay with us for a weekend and one of my favorite moments was serving tea, taking out the tea library, and asking “Alright, what tea flavor do you want?”
Widow’s Bay on Apple TV. If you’re into funny (and creepy) shows, this is it.
The flour tortillas from Los Burritos Juarez. Can’t believe it took me this long to finally go.
This lovely conversation with NOTATION. We chatted all things leisure and luxury!
My bright pink Brooke Callahan cuff top. I may need to get it in every color (and also get the skirts)!!! I’ve never gotten my colors done, but I never get as many compliments as when I wear this specific shade of pink…
Let me know what your small pleasures were this month. <3
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