Elements of Katie

[...] I grew up with the connotation that ice cream was just another dairy product. To me, it was just like drinking a glass of milk. We ate ice [...]

[...] is surrounded by small quaint towns which are perfect for leisurely strolls and ice cream runs. We hoped in our Prius and made our way to Staunton, VA home of the American [...]

[...] & Leek Crostini 1 baguette, sliced 1 tablespoon butter 1 medium leek, sliced 1 garlic clove 3 ounces goat cheese 2 tablespoons milk Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place sliced [...]

[...] 1 leek 1/2 bunch radishes 4 cups baby spinach 1/2 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 garlic clove 1/8 cup white wine vinegar 1/2 lemon, juiced Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss cubed ciabatta [...]

[...] , diced Dressing: 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 garlic clove, minced 1/2 cup olive oil salt & pepper Combine dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, lemon [...]

[...] to balance out the fat. Guacamole: 2 avocados, diced 1 lime 1/4 cup diced red onion 1 garlic clove, diced 4 dashes hot sauce 1/4 cup cilantro, minced salt & pepper Place diced [...]

ONE // TWO // THREE Even though I had to scrape my windshield Wednesday morning, I'm officially declaring it spring in Charlottesville. I'm packi [...]

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR Shoesssss.... Need I say more? I'm keeping it short and sweet this Friday because it was a long week. Sophia Webst [...]

ONE // TWO // THREE Rebecca Taylor launched a summer collection full of bright white pieces, and each piece is unique, with either mixed material [...]

 ONE  // TWO // THREE J.Crew did it again. After launching their collection with Sophia Webster they have collaborated with Paperless Post. [...]

[...] cake satisfied my sweet tooth and had a wonderful almond flavor. Almond Lemon Cake 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup softened butter 1 teaspoon almond extract 3 eggs, separated Zest of 1 lemon 1 cup [...]

[...] wait for the trees to bloom. Gingered Beer Cocktail 1 2 inch piece of ginger peeled 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1 lime 2 tablespoons orange liqueur 1 bottles of beer In a small saucepan combine [...]

[...] -effective. Plus, you ended up with a great cocktail garnish year round. Brandied Cherries 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tsp. lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup sweet cherries, [...]

[...] powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 cup buttermilk 2 eggs 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine flours, oats, baking [...]

[...] 1 ounce honey simple syrup (equal parts honey and water, simmered until combined) In a cocktail shaker, combine all ingredients with ice. Shake until outside of shaker is frosted over. [...]

[...] ounces of gin, 2 ounces elderflower liquor, 1 ounce simple syrup, 1.5 ounce lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Shake with ice, strain, and pour over crushed ice and muddled fruit. Stir lightly, just [...]

[...] 1 ounce orange curacao 1 ounce orgeat 2 brandied cherries Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until cocktail shaker frosts over. Fill two highball glasses with [...]

[...]  // Sandals: J.Crew (similar + extra 25% off) // Bag: Kate Spade // Sunglasses: Karen Walker I tend to wear cooler colors: blues, pinks, and a lot of grey. They work well with the [...]

[...] // Sandals: Gap (similar) // Bag: Kate Spade // Bracelet: Banana Republic// Sunglasses: Karen Walker I picked up this dress at Madewell over Christmas, but found it difficult to wear. It [...]

[...] Dress: Equipment (similar) // Sandals: Zara // Bag: Kate Spade // Sunglasses: Karen Walker We spent last weekend celebrating our first wedding anniversary in New Orleans. We haven't [...]

[...] light enough for my fair skin. // SIX You can wear these silk shorts into fall with an oversized sweater and blazer. // SEVEN My current bag crush. // EIGHT This gives you perfect beachy waves [...]

[...] step. Hello, slip on sneakers. They would look great with dark skinny jeans and an oversized sweater, but can also pair nicely with dresses and skirts. Don't worry about making the look [...]