Lake Placid

March 3, 2011

It’s was pretty hard for me to go back to work this past Monday morning. Now I’m back into the swing of things, you know, it being Thursday and all, but Monday was VERY hard.

Vacations are awesome, but it’s totally the worst when they’re over.

This vacation was especially nice because I did three different mini trips in one week. Sweeet sweetness.

First, Charlotte.

Then, Syracuse.

And last, glorious last, Lake Placid.

This part of my trip was especially fun because I not only got to spend time with my family and Zan, and Zan’s brother Erik, and Josh, but I got to see my cousins too! We spent the weekend relaxing by the fire place, visiting the Olympic Ice Arena, and enjoying the quaint village filled with adorable shops and delicious places to eat.

As soon as we got into town we stopped by one of my Aunt Holly and my cousin Phoebe’s restaurants (they have 3!), Simply Gourmet. They have 46 sandwiches named after the 46 peaks in the Adirondacks.

And the sandwiches are incredible. You should definitely hit this place up if you’re ever in the area. And I’m not just saying this cause I’m related or anything. I’m totally a lover of sandwiches and these are just amazing.

Other awesome restaurants in LP (also owned by my family):

Big Mountain Deli and Creperie

Gordo’s Mexican

Seriously delicious. I mean it.

For our trip we stayed in a great condo right in Lake Placid. It was so cozy and the perfect place to relax and stay warm by the fireplace. Especially since a snow storm came our way Friday!

It was great to be back in Lake Placid, and the Empire State Games were taking place so we had an excuse to stop by the rinks and watch the figure skating!

GO USA!

Loved spending time with my cousins! I only get to see them a few times a year, so when I do it’s a treat.

On Saturday we headed out to Keene to see more of my cousins (I have 15 first cousins on my dad’s side!) and to visit my Aunt Holly’s house for Phoebe’s son little Jackson’s 1st birthday party. He’s so super cute and Phoebe did an amazing job with the cake… check it out!

A bobsled! I love it!!

A great weekend with family. Loved every minute and can’t wait to go back!

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maple sugar candy

March 1, 2011

Maple sugar candy.

Have you ever in your life had the pleasure of eating this delightful treat?

Please say yes.

And if your answer is no, then I hope for your sake you get a chance to experience this in your lifetime.

Sugary, maple-y, sweeter than watching the sunrise goodness.

Maple sugar candy is out of this world.

My teeth hurt just thinking about it.

It’s amazing.

I’ve always known this is my favorite treat ever but sometimes I forget just how much I love it until I have some on my tongue again after a long time apart. This candy, made up purely of maple syrup, is found in parts of the northeast. It’s often made into shapes like maple leaves and can be popped into your mouth in one piece, or savored slowly by licking the sugar with your tongue. Either is delicious!

We were luckily able to stop at one of the very best Maple sellers in all the world! Smack dab in the middle of nowhere NY, Wicks Pure Maple Products sells quality maple products straight from the maple trees of the Adirondacks. DREAM.

Lucky to know they ship these candies just about anywhere. I might have to order some boxes of these come September. I vow never to go so long again without these little leaves in my life. Hallelujah.

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things i saw, things i love

February 25, 2011

I hope this Friday finds you well. For me this weekend is the last hurrah of my vacation, so I plan to make the most of it up here in Lake Placid! Here are some of my favorites from this week…. enjoy!

I think I’ve had dessert on the mind this week! This lemon meringue cake looks divine… seen over at honey and fizz.

I’ve been seeing glimpses of Zara’s home collection here and there the past few weeks, but no one has done quite an extensive preview as Bright Bazaar. I am loving everything in the collection!

I LOVE these unique wedding invitations spotted on 100 Layer Cake (invitations by Oh Joy!)

Polka dotted tea cup and saucer, seen and loved at The Pursuit of Style.

A collection of Penguin Classic Books via A Piece of Toast. I’ve seen some of these being sold at Anthropologie recently!

I love this handmade ruffle shirt I found on Tea Rose Home. I’d like to think I could do something like this myself, but the only thing I’ve ever sewn is a broken button.

What a funky feel this kitchen has. I love the high ceilings and the windows that seem to touch the sky. Via Kitchenisms.

I know this is probably obvious by how many times I’ve mentioned warm weather and flip flops in the past few weeks, but I am so ready for summer. This picture, seen on Stephanie Says, makes me feel almost as if I am there. Almost. And for now, that’s good enough for me.

Happy weekend!!

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weekend in the adirondacks

February 24, 2011

Today we are heading up to the Adirondacks… to Lake Placid!

Lake Placid brings back so much nostalgia for me. I used to go there every summer as a little girl, to attend a summer figure skating program at the Olympic Arena. Yep, I used to be a figure skater when I was younger, gliding through the ice doing leaps and bounds and jumps and spins.

I found this amazing photograph by New Yorkled on Flickr that perfectly captures my memory of Lake Placid. This was taken in the summer, but winter is equally as beautiful up in the Adirondack Mountains.

The Empire State Winter Games are happening this weekend, which means we’ll get to take full advantage of viewing the Olympic Facilities. My cousin Phoebe and Aunt Holly live in Lake Placid too, and they’re the owners of three successful restaurants, all of which I can’t wait to try. It’s sure to be a great weekend and I can’t wait to get there and start the experience!

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