Weekend Edition

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Porter Magazine and macaronsWeekends are made for catching up on magazines and indulging in treats (after you’ve finished with all the chores left over from the rest of the week!). After I’m done with some house cleaning and grocery shopping, I plan on taking some time for myself and tuning out the world. If you can find some time for yourself this weekend, here are a few links that you’ll enjoy!

  • New York Fashion Week wrapped up on September 11th. It’s always a picturesque whirlwind of celebrities and the very best of style. I love seeing what the designers have dreamed up for Spring 2015.
  • Although you’ll find me browsing through the London markets on most Saturday mornings, I wouldn’t mind going to the market with Marissa Cox in the tiny village of Gordes in Provence. What a perfect place to find something for a weekend brunch.
  • I don’t feel so bad saying goodbye to summer berries when pears like this are in my near future.

Luxury – An Insider’s View

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Xray lighterXray congac bottleXray LouboutinXray cameraXray corsetXray saddleXray gloveXray shoeLux InsideI stumbled across this exhibition at Holt Renfrew in downtown Toronto. A collaboration with Institut Francais, the photographs give a literal insider’s view into some of the most internationally renowned, luxurious objects recognized by style lovers around the world. My personal favourites are the Louboutin heel, the Hermes saddle, and the jewel like image of the cognac bottle.

The exhibition runs until September 18th, a perfect excuse for a trip to Holt Renfrew…and maybe a little shopping!

Weekend Edition

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Two cups of teaThere are few things more indulgent on a weekend morning then waking up to a breakfast tray and no plans to rush out of bed. These links will have me daydreaming in the morning sunshine.

  • If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to move to the U.K., Elle-Rose Williams gives some interesting insights to the realities of living in London….the good, the bad, and the ugly.
  • When I came across Marta Greber‘s website the name (www.WhatShouldIEatForBreakfastToday) made me smile , but her weekend recipe made my mouth water.
  • I’ve found a site that allows me to disconnect from the hectic rhythm of life, whether I have 2 minutes or 10. Close your eyes and just try not to fall asleep (not that would be so bad!).

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Bridge over the Thames in London Ontario

River Forks Park, London Ontario

 

The final long weekend of the summer is so bitter sweet. I adore these extended weekends spent with family and friends, or on a little getaway. But this unofficial end of summer, which already feels short in Canada, brings so much change. The weather begins it’s descent into the single digits. The leaves start changing colour. Everyone gets back into their official routines of school or work, or both. No more careless joie de vivre of “what shall we do today”. If you still have some vacation left – celebrate! If not, I suggest these links to help prolong that summer feeling…until next year!

  • Brooke Saward created her own dream job by starting an exquisite travel blog which has allowed her to visit many beautiful places around the world, mostly on her own. Escape reality with her 12 most scenic countries.
  • If I could run away to England, I would head for the cottage of Louise from Cygnet Kitchen and hope she’d invite me to stay for tea and these delicious scones. 
  • “Grand Budapest Hotel” was definitely the escapist film of the summer. Amazing visuals and an intriguing plot made me want to travel back in time.

Weekend Edition

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Candy Pink Roses London ONIt’s so easy to make me smile in the morning. Just give me sunshine and beautiful flowers. These are my gift to you this weekend…along with a few links which I hope you will enjoy.

  • If I had my wish, I’d be spending my weekend flying to Marseille and lunching right here. The view alone will make you hungry thanks to Aisling Greally!
  • As a die-hard chocoholic I’m always on the lookout for divine (and easy) chocolate recipes. These pot de creme from Green Kitchen Stories are definitely going on my list.
  • Lavender was one of the first things I planted in my balcony garden at the beginning of summer. Now, every time the wind blows, the scent transports me to Provence. But there are many other uses for lavender which Renee Reardin lists on her blog