Apr
2012
Weekend wrap up
Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a wonderful weekend.
My weekend was filled with a few fun items. For starters, Justin and I kicked off our weekend with a lovely dinner at Casa Ludovico. It’s always delicious. We enjoyed a few cocktails with our bread basket…
Then an arugula salad with sheets of shaved parmesan (topped lightly with olive oil and balsamic. Oh my gosh.):
Justin enjoyed the Penne alla Norcina: penne pasta with spicy Italian sausage, a touch of cream, aged parmesan, and a splash of truffle. Rich and delicious:
Of course, I couldn’t stray from my tried and true classic: the special pizza. Grilled crust with chopped cherry tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and fresh basil. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I dream about it.
I also took a trip to my T.J. Maxx (as usual), and picked up an amazing statement necklace – this is the orange version. I picked up the lime green, but they also offered it in hot pink, blue, and white. It was only $24.99 – can you believe it? I can’t wait to show you how it looks in an outfit post…
We celebrated my dad’s birthday (which is actually today) – we made pulled pork tacos and enjoyed some key lime coconut pie from JJ Gandy’s. Again – one of my favorites.
If you have never had key lime pie, you have to taste the version at JJ Gandy’s. I typically don’t like key lime pie, but this is one of my favorite desserts of all time. It is so fluffy and creamy. Excuse me while I go drool for a minute just thinking about it. We enjoyed the pie, and I was able to take a few minutes to snuggle with Theo and Stuart. My sweet little boys…
And because it’s his birthday today – Happy Birthday Daddy! I love you (and even though I’m not this small anymore, I’m still a daddy’s girl)!
What were you up to this weekend?
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Jamie
April 30, 2012 at 11:08 am (390 days ago)I love JJ Gandys! It’s a staple in our house too. Also is your husband also trained to wait to eat before you take a picture? Mine always hesitates. haha
Katie
May 1, 2012 at 10:56 am (389 days ago)Isn’t their pie the best? Have you tried the key lime cake?!?! Oh my gosh…white cake with the key lime pie filling in the center…with buttercream frosting. Oh my freaking goodness…it is insane.
And yes – Justin has to wait for pictures! I always take his first so he doesn’t have to wait more than a few seconds.
Sandy a la Mode
April 30, 2012 at 1:24 pm (390 days ago)girl! you ate sooo well this past weekend!!!
LatteLove
April 30, 2012 at 1:34 pm (390 days ago)I have to admit after reading this I immediately looked up a recipe for pasta alla norcina. I think we had something similar in Italy and oh em gee, gotta have it now!
Katie
May 1, 2012 at 10:58 am (389 days ago)So delicious, right? I wish I could eat something like that every day without any consequences!
Amanda
April 30, 2012 at 5:48 pm (390 days ago)Looks like a fantastic weekend! That food looks so tasty!