Things I'm Basically In Love With
~ IN THE KITCHEN ~
Wusthof knives (at least three: chef, paring, bread)
Kitchen Aid Food Processor (pink!)
Texas Beef Council Potholder Mitten
Le Creuset anything
Cookie drying racks -- any brand
Kitchen Aid stainless convection oven
All Clad Stainless Steel Multi-cooker
Making pies -- all kinds, especially Key Lime, Pecan, and Pumpkin
My Aprons for the Chic Chef -- can't cook without one!
~ FACE CARE & GETTING READY TO GO OUT ~
Chanel Purifying Cream Mask
Chanel Deep Purifying Exfoliating Mousse
Chanel Hydramax + Serum, Intense Moisture Boost
Chanel Age Delay Eye, Rejuvenation Eye Gel
DDF Protective Eye Cream with CoQ-10
Chanel Pro Lumiere Professional Finish Make-up, 30 Cendre
Chanel Silky Bronzing Powder, 22 Sierra
Tarte Cheek Stain, Tipsy
Cargo Eye Lighter
Dior Kiss Luscious Lip Gloss, Red Currant
Diorshow Mascara, Backstage Makeup, black
Gucci Envy Me eau de toilette
Aquolina Pink Sugar eau de toilette
Sleep -- I love a nap before I go out. It's good for your health, too.
~ MOVIES & MUSIC ~
Serendipity - the movie and the concept; and I've been wanting to go to the cafe in NYC for at least 5 years
Wedding Crashers -- especially Owen Wilson
Princess Bride - and the soundtrack; it's a family classic
Goodwill Hunting -- makes me want to go to Boston
Strictly Ballroom -- "A life lived in fear is a life half lived." Another family classic.
Love Actually -- my favorite happy-Christmas-romantic-comedy
Sex & the City -- does this count?
San Saba County -- especially their "It's Not the Fall That Hurts" CD
San Saba County in Concert - wow :)
Murphy's Inlaws at the Four Seasons Lounge or Donn's Depot
Son Volt -- "Windfall" rules
The Ramones -- I danced to "I Wanna Be Sedated" in Belize every single night at least twice
Marc Cohn -- "True Companion", yeah, so it's a little cheesy but I love it
Dwight Yoakam -- outside at Stubb's was the best show of all time
Dwight in Concert . . . (Sigh)
The Shins -- "Gone for Good" and "Phantom Limb" are my two faves right now
Calexico -- pretty much the entire Convict Pool album
The Mavericks -- get the "Definitive Collection"
~ HANGING OUT IN AUSTIN ~
Four Season's Hotel Lounge -- especially on Friday nights when Murphy's Inlaws play
Doc's Motorworks Bar and Grill -- sit outside; love their blackened tilapia and queso
Uchi Restaurant -- hip, authentic, delicious, and owned by a darn good guy
Marie & Tyson Cole (Executive Chef, Uchi)
Molatov Lounge -- upstairs and outside
Eddie V's Restaurant -- best crab cakes and seafood in town
Taxi Cabs -- I'd rather ride than drive any day
Longhorn Football -- especially tailgating and night games in the late fall
Stephen F. Austin -- for drinks on the deck
Vespaio Restaurant -- especially the shrimp wrapped in prosciutto (yuuummmm!)
Las Palomas Restaurant -- been going since I was five years old
Capital City Trap & Skeet Range -- for skeet shooting and a great sporting clays course
Congress Avenue -- everything you need, from retail to restaurants, coffee to cocktails, and toys to thrift
Dry Creek Saloon -- especially in the spring or fall
The Texas Coast -- or any beach, anywhere
311 Club -- best place to dance in town
Continental Club -- one of the best live music venues in town
Cru Wine Bar -- sitting outside at night sipping a glass of fine wine
The Side Bar -- indoor, outdoor; chill, indie-type place for drinks a little off Sixth
Being outside -- especially around a lake, or anywhere on a crisp, dry day
~ FOOD & STUFF ~
Seafood -- healthy, light, cooks quickly, great source of protein, and lots of easy variations. Yum!
Seared Salmon with Mango Salsa (made by yours truly)
Crab Cakes -- especially from Eddie V's
Hong Kong Style Sea Bass from Eddie V's
Fried Oyster appetizers from Jeffrey's
Vivo's -- great food and ritas, AND look forward to roses petals in the ladies' room and a rose after dinner!
Ceviche from Las Palomas
Caldo Tlalpeno from Las Palomas
Tacos from Taco Deli -- get the Dona salsa if you can handle the heat
Prosciutto wrapped Shrimp from Vespaio
Sandwiches from Texas Honey Ham
Chalupas and margaritas with family and friends at the Hejl House
Easy Chicken Chalupas
Sofia Sparkling Wine -- which comes in pink cans with pink straws!
Nobilo Savingion Blanc -- from New Zealand; excellent, light, and refreshing
Pinot Noir -- still trying to figure out my favorite brand
Shiraz-- still trying to figure out my favorite brand
Riesling -- only if it's dry (not too sweet)
Tito's Vodka & Sweet Leaf Tea (Mint and Honey Green Tea flavor) -- so refreshing . . . with a kick!
~ SHOPPING IN AUSTIN ~
Nordstroms -- best customer service of all time; great make-up, purses, and shoes
The Physical Fit -- if you need something cute to wear out, you will not leave here empty handed
Cowgirls and Lace -- best fabric in town (or near town; it's in Dripping Springs)
Francesca's -- mostly for jewelry
Sephora -- for makeup and other fun stuff
Saks -- mmmmm . . . Chanel counter
Ann Taylor -- classic and classy; great sales
Breed & Co. -- housewares, kitchen stuff, fun gifts, etc.
Goodie Two Shoes -- tons of fun shoes, clothes, and accessories!
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop -- you might be surprised at what you can find . . . for oh so cheap
~ OTHER STUFF ~
Frank & Kahn Headbands -- so cute and a little retro
My Browning Gold Hunter 20 gauge shotgun -- just for skeet and sporting clays
Shooting Skeet at Station No. 7 (my fave!)
Aaron's Brothers Framing -- great service and quality
Moda Spana Shoes -- especially the Tracey 2 (I have four pairs)
Facials from Mecca Gym & Spa -- you'll be relaxed the moment you walk in
Southwest Airlines -- and Rapid Rewards tickets
The Make-A-Wish Foundation -- my goal is to someday sponsor an entire wish
Chai Tea Frappachinos from Starbucks
Chai Tea Javakulas from Seattle's Best
Party Cat Invitations -- best place for party invitations and other stationary goodies
St. Mary's Cathedral -- most beautiful cathedral in Austin
My cowboy boots -- black with American Flag toppers
Big Star Jeans -- Mia style fits me best . . . (and I have four pairs :)
AG Jeans -- perfect slim fit
Porches -- particularly those designed by my dad . . . ah shucks.
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