Wish List Wednesday - Birthday Edition

Happy Hump Day everyone, we made it to the middle of another week! 

I thought that since my birthday is exactly a week away (wow that came up quick) that it would be fun to share mn "Birthday Wish List" with you all! 

Because a girl can dream!  Right?

So in no particular order here are the things I have been lusting over! 

Love this Tory Burch Tote:

The Small Robinson East to West Tote, perfect for work or whenever! 

Dying for these Tom Wedges as the weather starts to cool down. 

The Toms Desert Wedges - I would get them in the tan color.

This Monogram Bracelet from Swell Caroline

and 

This Hobo Wallet!  

I am in need of a new wallet!

I like that you could carry this as a clutch! 

What have you been lusting over lately?

Happy Wednesday! 

Farmers Market Inspired Pin Recipes

Happy Tuesday Loves. 

Since my fridge is now stocked with wonderful Farmers Market produce from this past weekend I decided it was appropritate to pick pin recipes to incorporate my wonderful goodies!   And after these three recipes I will have less then 1,000 recipes on my food pin board!  That means I have made over a hundred new recipes thanks to this pin challenge - I have only kept 83!  

Should we take a look at this weeks Pin recipes?

Lets get started...

1- Fresh Corn Risotto from Relish. 

Source: relish.com via Hilliary @ Brunch and Cupcakes on Pinterest

I am going to serve some light crab cakes along with the risotto instead of the pork tenderloin the recipe called for. 

2-  Roasted Green Beans with balsamic, parmesan and Mushrooms. 

Source: kalynskitchen.com via Hilliary @ Brunch and Cupcakes on Pinterest

I think this combination will be delicious.  Serve with some quinoa and tofu for a complete meatless meal! 

3- Vegetarian Stuffed Acorn Squash.  

Source: luxhippie.tumblr.com via Laura on Pinterest

Looks so good! Loads and loads of veggies! 

I cannot wait to share the results with all of you!
Have you tried any good recipes lately?

Mill City Farmers Market... Finally

This past Saturday I finally made it to the Minneapolis Mill City Farmers market. And I loved it! 

The Mill City Farmers Market is located in the Mill District of Minneapolis.

The market is tucked between  the Guthrie Theater (we saw Roman Holiday there),

and the Mill City Museum.

And you have a beautiful view of the Stone Arch Bridge going over the Mississippi.

Whats not to love?  Such a beautiful location!

This part of the city has some great stone apartment buildings, and cute little restaurants.  I wouldn't mind having a condo in the Mill District - then I could walk to the farmers market!  Wouldn't that be great?

Alright now more about our Saturday morning outing!  Saturday morning was one of those perfect fall days, you know the kind that are not to hot and not to chilly.  So Saturday morning with fresh coffee in hand I slowly meandered through the farmers market with Derek.

I would say that my first Mill City Famers Market experience was a success  because 1 fresh Raspberry donut and a very full market basket later Derek and I were headed back to my apartment.  

I ended up bringing home fresh sweet corn, an acorn squash, the most beautiful heirloom tomatoes, asian green beans, fresh salad greens, baby potatoes and some pickled cabbage.   I was so excited about all the fresh produce that I immediately turned to my very dusty recipe binder - You know the black hole of recipes!  I cannot wait to try a few new recipes with all the wonderful produce I brought home! 

Do you love going to Farmers Markets?

What is your perfect Saturday morning?

The Tragedy of First Position

Happy Tuesday Wednesday lovelies! 

It is always nice having a 3 days off in a row! 

Did everyone enjoy their Holiday weekend?  I know I did, it was full of relaxing, good food friends wineries and family!  Derek and I headed down south to our hometowns this past weekend. It was nice to be home!  

I have a video that for you today that I sure hope puts a smile on your face! My friend sent this video to me on Monday night, and it just made my day!  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 

Team Outing - Minnesota State Fair

Today is somewhat of an interesting day! 

For work my team is going to the Minnesota State Fair! 

We get to be outside, enjoy each others company, get away from the office and enjoy the fair! 

 It's not every day you get to leave work at noon to go wandering around the fair! 

I will definitely be doing some people watching, and enjoying one of these... 

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My favorite fair food (the fried stuff just isn't my thing)! 

Happy Tuesday Everyone! 

Weekend Recap - BBQ Edition

Happy Monday Folks!

Can you believe it is the last week of August?

Kinda crazy, right?

That means in a little less then 19 days I will be celebrating my 26th birthday! 

Yikes! 

As we make our way into the Fall (one of my favorite seasons) I find myself wanting to cram these last few summer days full, with as many summer activities I can! 

This weekend was filled with lots of relaxing and lots of BBQing! 

Friday night we enjoyed a roof top BBQ with my work friends. 

I took a pasta salad very similar to this one, from Eat Yourself Skinny:

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An old favorite of mine! 

We got to enjoy the lovely weather on a roof top right downtown minneapolis! 

I love the feeling of being downtown surrounded by tall buildings.  I really do love the city! 

Saturday started off as one of those lazy Saturdays, you know the kind where you have no real agenda and you just go with the flow!   Derek and I ran errands before heading over to his sister and brother  in laws house for a BBQ! We had some amazing food!   Fresh sweet corn, pasta salad, burgers and a Salmon burger for me! 

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Which have any of you ever had a salmon burger?

I bought my salmon burger fresh at the Grocery store across the street from me, and let me tell you I need to figure out how to make one!  I am thinking of trying this recipe... click here... maybe less mayo!

Derek's brother in law also made a great dessert! 

Looked something like this...

Source: tasteofhome.com via Anna on Pinterest

A layer of Neapolitan ice cream sandwiches, covered in carmel and topped with a layer of cool whip and heath bars!  It was heavenly, and cured  my frozen yogurt craving! 

Sunday Derek and I made it to our usual church service and spent the afternoon relaxing before picking up friends to head to the first ever Ribs and Blues night at church.

I guess you could say it was an event held to celebrate what has been happening in our church.  It was a great evening of music, and it was nice to be able to enjoy the evening with friends!

All in all it was a good weekend; lots of grilling, relaxing and friends! 

How are you spending your last few days of summer?

Girls Weekend Recap - Minneapolis Addition

Wow, Happy Thursday! 

I am not sure where the week has gone, it seems to have gotten away from me! 

I believe I owe you a recap from my girls weekend! 

We had a fabulous time!  Let's start with Friday!

Friday my mom, sister and Derek headed to Loring Kitchen and Bar! 

Loring Kitchen and Bar is a lovely 5 minute walk from my apartment! 

Since we we walked right by the beautiful Loring Park my sister and I decided it was time for an impromptu photo shoot! 

(The Berger Fountain reminds me of a puffy dandelion!)

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Once at the restaurant we enjoyed some indoor/outdoor seating and great food! 

Our meal started off with a few drinks and Maui Maui fish tacos that were out of this world! 

For dinner we had a sampling of a little bit of everything!  Grilled Salmon and Tabbouleh for my sister, a pesto chicken sandwich for my mom, Grilled Arctic Char for me, and a huge pork chop for derek! 

The food was amazing, but what I loved the most was the laid back bistro like atmosphere! 

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Since my sorority sisters were coming in late Friday night we sat around in our PJ's talking, gearing up for a busy yet fun filled day Saturday! 

Saturday started off lazy, with coffee in our PJs. 

But as soon as we were ready it was off to the Edina Grill for brunch! 

Remember that place?  It is where Derek had the out of this world french toast! 

I ordered a Vegetarian Breakfast Burrito this time, and it was delicious but huge! 

After brunch came shopping.  

We went from shop to shop on 50th and France before we finally decided it was time for a glass of wine at a little wine bistro,  Bijou! 

Great wine, and fabulous company. 

After the wine it was off for more shopping, and Mall of America was on the list of places to hit! 

We wrapped up our shopping just in time to get ready and head out for sushi at one of my favorite places in Minneapolis; Origami! 

(Located in the warehouse district of minneapolis on the corner of 1st Ave and 1st St)

We were seated instantly, and had a waiter that was more then "OK" with us taking our time with the menu while we caught up, and even gave wonderful food recommendations! 

(Yes, Saki Bombs were involved)

We laughed, had drinks and ate some amazing sushi!  We were having such an amazing time that we didn't even realize the restaurant was about to close! 

We ended our night out on the town! 

Here are a few cute pictures! 

(Derek even made an appearance to meet the girls!!)

All in all it was a wonderful weekend, and I am so glad I got to spend some time catching up with old friends! 

So tell me what do you like to do when you go to a new city for the first time?

Do you and your college girl friends ever do girls weekends?