FRIDAY FAVES // Pretty Parfaits, Crispy Zucchini, and Pumpkin Spice Strikes Again

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Hellooo, friend! Happy opening day of the Minnesota State Fair! Hope you're heading into a wine-derful (ha) weekend. Starting today, we'll be pairing each of our Friday faves with a wine that fits its vibe. A little avant garde? Absolutely. Please enjoy!

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- Follow our somm, Leslee, here for all of her wine-related escapades at the Minnesota State Fair.
> DRINK THIS: Winehaven Winery Cranberry Wine

- Loving the scallop detail on this mirror.
> DRINK THIS: Il Mostro 'Terre di Chieti - Longana' Frizzante Rosato

- This crispy Zucchini Rice and Cheese Gratin should probably be in your late summer dinner rotation.
> DRINK THIS: Mr. Brightside Gamay Blanc

- Japanese style parfaits are popping up on dessert menus all over the place. And WOW, are they stunning! Check out this list of pretty parfaits in Tokyo.
> DRINK THIS: Elio Perrone 'Bigaro'

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FRIDAY FAVES // Tomato Season, Comedy Specials, and Ice Cream Cakes

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Hope you're having a fantastic Friday! Here's a short list of great things to enjoy!

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- I can't stop thinking about how completely cute this enamelware is!

- How are you celebrating tomato season? Caprese salads, gazpacho, panzanella, BLTs! And you know what pairs perfectly with tomatoes? ITALIAN WINE.

- If you're looking for a little alt comedy inspiration, check out Would It Kill You To Laugh? starring Kate Berlant and John Early. It's a totally weird and hilarious hour of sketch comedy on Peacock. 

- Can you imagine spending quiet Saturday mornings in this gorgeous retreat?

- Have you ever had Baked Alaska? It screams summer!


Until next time!

FRIDAY FAVES // Blades, Stars, and Creamy Cheese

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Hey there! Ready for the weekend? Take a look at this week's list of internet goodies and enjoy!

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- This sunny kitchen makes me want to cook! And this bathroom is a delight.

- Do people still rollerblade? I might be willing to revisit the sport if I could wear these cuties.

- This article digs into why millennials are obsessed with astrology. 

- Consider this your reminder that Cremont double-cream cheese is to DIE FOR.

- While we're on the subject, this sparkling wine and this Riesling would both be fantastic with a creamy cheese.


Have a great day!

FRIDAY FAVES // NA Drinks, Zesty Pink Wines, and Dining Out in New York

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Hi! I hope your week has been lovely. Here are some things that caught our eye on the internet this week!

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- Regretful pandemic purchases. We've all got 'em, right?

- I wish there were more hyper-detailed guides to eating out in a specific city. This one about New York from Cup of Jo is great!

- "Inside the New Temperance Movement."

- I can't stop drinking this lip smacking pink!

- Oreo announces the return of a CLASSIC flavor. Can you guess what it is?

- Can't get over this tipsy selfie Martha Stewart posted on her 81st birthday. Also—the lady looks GOOD!


See you next time!

FRIDAY FAVES // Make Your Own Choco Taco, a Perfect Pasta, and Pink Vibes

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Happy Friday! Before you dig into your sunny weekend plans, check out what we're loving this week. Enjoy!

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- Is this Pantry Pasta the perfect weeknight slam dunk?! I think yes. Throw in all of that fresh zucchini you've got hanigng around.

- The cuteness is WILD in this piece by Bess Kalb, "Passive Aggressive Emails With My Toddler About Dinner."

- Can you guess what color Leslee painted our new brick and mortar wine shop?!

- Just found out that Brooklinen makes a DEEPLY fluffy robe. Mmm.

- Missing Choco Tacos like the rest of the country? Here's a simple video on how to make your own. Or, you can watch Claire Saffitz make one!


Have a good one!

 

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