lonny magazine

One of my new favorite magazines is actually only available in digital form. It's Lonny Magazine. When Domino Magazine ended, it was a sad day. But then... some of those that contributed to the magazine decided to come up with Lonny. It was no longer a sad day. Now, it's glorious and happy again. So far, they've come out with two issues. I'm particularly fond of the second issue, too.

One of my favorite articles features the renovation of a Manhattan home by interior designer, Brad Ford. In particular, I keep turning to pages 159-160. It's a close-up of a table place setting. I love the organic feel. I love the simplicity. I love the non-traditional use of some of the pieces. When I'm grown up and I host dinner parties, I want my table to be this beautiful.

I recognized the appetizer plates coming from Crate & Barrel. From there, I started to recognize more pieces. Growing up may happen sooner than planned because I can afford this stuff. Hurray!

1. marble salt and pepper cellar $6.95
2. slate board (used as a placemat) $24.95
3. acacia appetizer plate (used as a bread and butter plate) $4.95
   

junior league centennial cookbook

I have MANY cookbooks, too MANY cookbooks. Most sit within the closet shelves. Of course, that isn't the intention. I think I buy them because I like the pretty pictures. There are a few that I pull out every once in awhile. One of them is the Junior League Centennial Cookbook. I have used two or three of the recipes and each of them turned out brilliantly. No longer can I eat traditional meatloaf. I will only eat mine. My mom taught me how to make French toast when I was little but the recipe from this cookbook showed me that missing ingredient(s). When I make it, I don't even touch syrup. I'm hoping my lazy ass will make some French toast tomorrow morning. I bought the French bread tonight so best not to let it go to waste.

Okay... this post just created a new New Year's Resolution. It's not too late is it? I'm going to pull out a new cookbook each time I want to make something new. That way, I can share more reviews with you. Oh, and I should probably try some more recipes from the book in discussion!