After Thoughts.

Remind me to learn how to make these one day... 

Bakers Dozen

Spent the afternoon baking for my love... Actually, I was baking more for myself seeing that le boyfriend doesn't eat sweets, but that is besides the point. I had to, it's just a little something to make tomorrow a touch sweeter. (Disclaimer~ If you see me in the next couple of days I will most likely try to pawn one or two off on you.) 

Special thanks goes out to Pillsbury Funfetti cake mix, mini heart-shaped foil cake pans, pink V-day icing and red glitter gel- and Target's comprehensive Valentine's Day section.

Commence photo montage:

Biker Bar

Tonight I tried a new local spot for dinner with le boyfriend... Peter's Inn. Over the holidays a neighbor had mentioned, while passing time with the ubiquitous elevator chat, that there was this great small restaurant/bar in Fells Point that used to be a biker bar back in the 80s and 90s, and has since transformed into a coveted dining destination for local foodies.

The place is a bit disconcerting at first glance, situated on a darker side street in the historic, and therefore old, neighborhood in Baltimore. Even le boyfriend was hesitant to go in, but, like books, you can't judge a restaurant by its cover. Inside was itty bitty. Probably 7 tables total with a long bar that took up 2/3 of the front space. The decor is hysterical, I noted a Christmas light covered swordfish, prothetic legs, and Christ paintings covering the walls. The food? Delicious and relatively inexpensive. AND the restaurant strives for the farm to table mentality that is ever present and all the rage in hip restaurants these days. The handwritten menu changes weekly, after the "harvest" is gathered, and you can sign up here for email updates that come out every Monday with the new menu for the week. I got the Duck Confit over frisee with lardons and pears in a tarragon vinaigrette. Le boy got the Lamb Chops in a bordelaise sauce over mashed potatoes. Very tasty, and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an off-the-beaten path restaurant in Baltimore.

Peter's Inn
504 Ann St.
Baltimore, MD 21231
410-675-7313
http://www.petersinn.com/

Just Dessert

Can we talk about the most amazing dessert du jour that is taking over the patisserie industry? MACARONS! Absolute perfection. Not like the kind your old Aunt Gertrude made last Christmas, with the shreds of coconut in an ugly heap of confectioners sugar (those were MacarOOns)... The former dessert, a crunchy, puffed up shell of a pastry usually stuffed with a gooey creme filling are the most adorable little balls of merriment I have ever seen.

Strawberry, Lemon, Almond, Chocolate, Coconut and Pistachio Macarons from Patisserie Poupon

In Baltimore, Patisserie Poupon, a charming little French bakery off Baltimore Street (east of President St. and away from the smut of the strip clubs), is the place to buy them, offering small selections of 4 or 10 counts and also available by the pound. These desserts make fantastic hostess or housewarming gifts, as they are completely irresistible. I'm off to watch Alice in Wonderland and stuff my face with some almond and chocolate flavored Macarons, strictly research of course... let me know of other patisseries offering this delectable treat!

Patisserie Poupon
820 East Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21202-4702
410.332.0390

Turkey Day Thanks

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

5 Things I am Thankful For:

 

1. My support system: loving family and friends

2. My amazing boyfriend Alex (part of support system)

3. Good health and extreme happiness

4. A paid part-time job (finally some $$$!)

5. My Alexander McQueen booties (shallow as it may be)