Pound cake for breakfast…why have I never thought of this? Cake Toast with Honeyed Strawberries from the May issue of Chatelaine Magazine.
How cute is this little jar of Italian birthday cake? It’s made with a yummy combo of chocolate, orange and cream, with a crushed biscotti base. Sampled at Alimento. I think they sell it in the market area of their shop—I know what my next weekend snack will be. Also on my little dessert platter: Ricotta cheesecake with pear, an almond cookie and an apple pear puree…all really good too.
AND also had my current favourite meal: meat and cheese. Can’t wait until they open up their patio this summer, I’ve found my perfect after-work spot.
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Inspired by all the Spring colours at Allan Gardens Conservatory today…
windblown anenome dress, leifsdottir
dotz bib necklace, kate spade
market tank dress, madewell
sabine dress, wilfred
Treasure chest statement necklace, kate spade
Tillary purse, j.crew
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I love hotel bars. I love the shininess, the feeling that everything is running smoothly and has been taken care of, the idea that everyone there is from somewhere else. The nice man in Kate Spade who recommended the Public Chicago Hotel to my friend and I described being there as “the most civilized I’ve ever felt.”
Formerly the Ambassador East Hotel, it was redesigned by Ian Schrager and reopened in September 2011. The legendary Pump Room restaurant is still there; you can check out photos of all the celebs that have dined there over the years {it originally opened in 1926} on your way to the ladies’ room.
It’s upscale and modern, but somehow inviting at the same time…it’s hard to explain, but we just kind of sat there for the longest time, contentedly sipping our drinks {they make a mean martini} and soaking up the atmosphere. One of the most pleasant moments of my trip.
The grand entrance
A Kate Spade quote that fit the mood
Pump room; library & coffee bar
the pump room bar
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I was in Chicago for a mini-break over the weekend. So much to eat and see and so little time! I must go back soon…
Sweets sampled on this trip, included:
1. A midday shopping break for some baked-to-order New Orleans Beignets at Grand Lux Cafe, served with raspberry, chocolate & cream {my favourite!} sauces.
2. Dulce de leche flan at Tango Sur, an amazing Argentinian steakhouse.
3. Wine & chocolate at ENO {try the PB&J truffle!}.
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