Our Obsessions this Week: 1.25.15

Feed that Wanderlust, baby

Now is the time to map out your travel plans for 2015-- whether its stateside or abroad, get out there and see the world this year! Take advantage of these dropping oil prices, pack an overnighter and just go. You will never regret an adventure taken, just the ones you missed.

DODOCASES... Um, can we just stop and ADORE the cutest cover ups for Ipads since the snuggie? They're sleek and such an awesome way to protect your smartaccessories while on the go.

Less is More

Minimalistic jewelry like simple, dainty rings, necklaces, bracelets, body chains and more have been all over our radars recently. Seen everywhere from the bodies of popular bloggers like the The Little Magpie and Kenzas to the shelves of our favorite fast-fashion retailers like Zara, H&M and Forever 21 and even high-end department stores like Bloomingdales and Barneys, it’s hard not to fall in love with this trend. Read more: http://stylecaster.com/minimalist-jewelry-trend/#ixzz3Ptdy6EOs

It's La La Lemon Season!!

Meyer Lemons are our FAVE lemon and quite possibly the new kale. Asking why? They're well known for cleansing and detoxification purposes, but also are insanely delicious in sweet and savory dishes! Lemon almond tart sound yum? How about pasta with kale and lemon garlic confit? Intrigued?? We thought you'd be... Sneak a peek at our cooking section for deets!

Arricaderci, Ombre-- Bon Jour, Ecaille!

While ultra vibrant hair and dramatic ombre ruled 2014, we’re starting to see a shift in the follicle forecast. As we step into the new year we’re beginning to see a more natural trend attached to those tresses. The leading force toward this minimal vibe: balayage, increasingly popular highlights that aim to mimic those sunkissed highlights you got as a kid. And now, piggybacking off balayage, we’re seeing another similar, albeit darker, technique that we’re sure is about to go mane-stream over the course of 2015: introducing ecaille (AKA “tortoiseshell” in French).

Seeing RED

Cant love this long red skirt trend enough! So so chic for your next date night or dinner party.

 Je t'aime!
Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue, We're loving this lookAnd you should too!

KEEP IT SPICY: Jalapeno poppers, updated...

So perfect for your Superbowl parties or hell, any party! Loving this easy peasy recipe from rachelschultz.com
Bonus: Spicy foods boost your metabolism so this is clearly a win-win ;)

Potentially Awkward: What to do when you're pregnant and your best friend isn't

Our gal over at Pregnant Chicken has some great advice for this easy fumble (superbowl pun intended) But maybe lets start with, hmm..being f*ing normal? Also, it is never, ever okay to suggest a sperm donor as an option to someone who hasn't even expressed a desire to have a child. Now is not the time to apply peer pressure *cough*

Hooray for January! We'll be making valentines before you know it!

XOXO,
M&M

Hittin' the old Dusty Trail: Napa Weekend

"You take a Nap-a, you don't Move to Napa!"

  Even though we agreed wholeheartedly as this was being shouted to Big, I actually did move to Napa. Once...and let me tell you, it was the best decision I ever made! The Napa Valley is so chock full of amazing food, beautiful scenery, open nature, fun shopping, and amazing food. Oh wait, did I say that already? Good. Oh yeah and wine! woohoo!

Last Sunday the hubs, the kiddo and me packed into the car and drove up north to check out our old haunts, and it was super duper fun! Napa is a great escape for Mommy and Daddy, of course, but kids can actually have alot of fun too! Plan a Daytrip that you wont soon forget, and make sure to stop at these awesome places!

Because we're obsessed with food, my Napa trip might be a bit different from your Napa trip. Its just that we HAVE to go to Oxbow when we're here. We have to. Oxbow Public Market is modeled after numerous inspirations, but is like a miniature version of the San Francisco Ferry Building and an open market in Paris. We love love love oxbow and could walk around it all day. First stop is Ritual Coffee, as we are about as equally obsessed with coffee as we are food :)

 Ritual Coffee is so damn good, you wont even care that you had to wait 10 minutes or paid more for coffee than you normally do at sbux-- but lemme tell you, worth it. Worth making this a ritual every weekend!

 "If there Ain't no Gotts in Heaven I just might turn back around."

Um, Yup. A Gotts Burger isn't just organic sustainable deliciousness wrapped up in housemade ketchup and locally sourced pickles, no-- its an experience. An out of body experience. To sit in the wine country sunshine, sippin on an apple pie milkshake and chomping an original Gotts cheeseburger is the kind of remedy one might need in ANY situation to feel a little brighter. Run, don't walk-- if you haven't had Gotts you just haven't had a burger yet. You're welcome.

For the kiddo, we just had to stop by Three Twins, and I'm #sorrynotsorry to say that this was not the only sugary stop we were making today for this guy. Look at that anticipation!! :) <3

The dolci counter of Ca'Momi is insane. insane. de-f'in-licious. If you ahvemore time, do dinner at Ca'Momi, and order the lasagne. You and your stretch pants will thank us later.

Hubby loves to walk around the stalls and smell, poke and prod every cheese, vegetable, and meat product in the market. I love watching a chef in his element! Its pretty hot!

Say Cheeeeeeeeese! The fromage available at Oxbow will put your next dinner party on another level-- Just remember to follow the hubby's rule of thumb-- "If it stinks like shit, it's gonna taste like heaven." (This typically only applies to cheese.)

for those who love to shop: Poor House is where is at-- and you'll end up in the poor house too but who cares?? You have these mugs!

All the better to drink your ritual with :)

The spice Market is the radness-- Literally any spice you have ever dreamed of smelling or tasting is available here, and sold in measurements of your choosing. It'll bring you back to the days of those college roadtrips to Marakeesh!

Ok, thats all for now.......................Bye Napa!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Safe travels, y'all <3 M&M