Greenport Getaway

Summer is in full swing here in NYC and unfortunately I know this because the subway platform's are hotter than ever (yuck!) Need an idea for a quick (and inexpensive) weekend getaway? Head to Greenport! I spent my 4th of July weekend on the North Fork of Long Island in this quaint and picturesque town and totally fell in love. It is filled with old American charm and there are so many small-town joys to experience. A few that I found most appealing were the local Greenport Brewery (Greenport Beer is now sold in Shake Shack!), boutiques and antique shops, sailing, fresh ground coffee at Aldo's (not the shoe store), local lavender fields, farmers markets and over 40Wine Vineyards where you can sample some of the east coast's best wines!

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Backyard Birthday

Last night, Grant (my amazing boyfriend!), threw me an intimate backyard birthday celebration with some of our closest friends. The Hoboken BBQ-style soiree was such a memorable night, because it was filled with some of my favorite things!


{Great friends (and atmosphere - notice the wall of roses in the background!)}

{A cute chef!}

{A 70's-inspired cake from none other than, Hoboken's renowned Carlos Bakery (aka 'The Cake Boss')}

{Cupcake Vinyards wine (I admit, 99.9% of the reason I buy this wine is because I love the label!)}

{Hydrangea (thank you Ashley!) displayed in a mason jar for shabby-chic look}

{Candles (the easiest way to add instant ambiance to a party)}

{Good music (Stay tuned! My 2011 summer playlist is coming soon...)}