I'm a huge fan of homemade gifts. When you take the extra time time to craft something with your hands it really shows how much you care. With Valentine's Day around the corner I wanted to put together a love list that would inspire you guys to...
During the winter months I always find it hard to get out of bed. The cold just makes me want to hide underneath my warm covers all day. In order to combat those winter blues, I try to make sure my breakfast choices are healthy so...
I cannot believe it is already the end of January. I owe you all a huge apology for being completely M.I.A. this month, the weeks flew by! After the new year, I decided to sign up for a few courses at ICE (Institute of Culinary Education) to...
My dad is a huge fan of cast iron cooking and he recently handed down one of his cast iron skillets to me. It took me a while to warm up to the idea of using it because I wasn't sure how to properly season...
As we embark on the New Year, I wanted to take the chance to wish everyone health and happiness in 2015! New Year's Eve only comes once a year and I wasn't going to miss my chance to use this as an excuse to dress up! I usually...
The holiday season is in full swing with all types of celebrations. Recently, I was invited to a fun get together from my fellow blogger friend Alison from Food by Mars. She hosted an amazing party to celebrate Winter Solstice. This holiday marks the first office...
Hope everyone is having an amazing holiday season filled with laughter, family, friends, and FOOD! I am very excited to be back home in NJ for Christmas because being able to spend time with family is super important to me. Our house is already bustling with...
With New Year's Eve around the corner, it's time to bust out the sparklers, glitter, confetti, and Prosecco! Living in the city, it can be really hectic if you want to go out on New Years. It's always so hard to get a cab not to...
Have you started celebrating the holidays yet?! I have a few holiday parties coming up this week and next and I am super excited! I rounded up a group of some great cocktails for the holiday season. If you haven't finished up your bar menu yet...
This weekend I'm taking a long overdue break from the hustle and bustle of the city to head up to Vermont. I'm not the best skier but it will still be nice to breathe some fresh air and have some SPACE! I tend to overpack for most...
As soon as the weather turns cold, I start drinking at least 6 hot drinks a day. I usually stick to tea but when I want to indulge in something warm and sweet I go with a classic hot cocoa. The best and easiest way to spice...
I think I'm aiming for the title "Crostini Queen" over here. There are a handful of crostini recipes already on the blog such as the peach crostini with roasted blueberries and the beet and goat cheese crostini but I still just can't seem to get enough of these little...
December always means lots of holiday parties! Before I'm planning a party, I always like to develop a direction for the decor/treats/setup. To do this, I like to create a "mood board" by putting together a collection of inspiring images. Developing a mood board helps me...
Tomorrow (December 4th) is National Cookie day! With the holidays around the corner, I feel like we're officially entering cookie season. Every year I always make it a tradition to make dozens of different cookies and package them up for friends and family. This week's...
I'm not a huge fan of cold weather and definitely prefer summer to winter. However, the one thing I do like about this season is the food that comes with it. Recently, my friend Brittany from No Fomo and I stopped by The Grey Dog...
Over the years, Thanksgiving has really grown to become one of my favorite holidays. This year was even extra special because just a few days prior (November 25th) marked the two year anniversary for Pretty in Pistachio! It was completely coincidental that I decided to...
If you're looking for some last minute ideas to add to your Thanksgiving Day menu then you've come to the right place :). This week's love list is dedicated to a collection of recipes that are perfect for tomorrow's big celebration! 1. Cinnamon Buttermilk Pie, The Little...
As you may already know, my life is pretty hectic and I'm always on the go. I often find myself running late to shoots and events on an empty stomach. I recently discovered this awesome new snack subscription box called Nibblr where they send you...
This week's love list is filled with the perfect crafts to make your Thanksgiving a little extra special. 1. Geometric Paper Tablecloth, MayDae 2. Fall Thankful Tree, Crafts Unleashed 3. Place Card Holders, All Parenting 4. Mini Pie Place Cards, The Merry Thought 5. Place Card and Treat Bag, Live Craft Love 6. Multifunctional Tree Slice, Nalle's...
The temperature here in New York has definitely dropped down a bit in recent weeks which means all my light weight clothing is now tucked away in storage. Once the air starts to turn crisp, I'm all about the comfort. I love layering up comfortable sweaters...