Sunday, June 30, 2013

6.28.13

Date Night.

A few months ago my friend, Erica, and I had a dinner date at Puritan & Company (Cambridge, MA). It was the perfect night for two girlfriends. The decor is beautiful and elegant, yet not at all stuffy. We had dinner up at the bar, enjoyed good wine, and participated in a little impromptu beer tasting. It was so great that when my boyfriend said I could pick the location for our date night on friday, there was no other choice. Once again, Puritan & Co. delivered. This place hasn't been around that long but it is quickly becoming one of my favorites.
Wearing: Anthropologie dress, Sam Edelman sandals

Smoked Bluefish Pate 
(we also ordered the Chicken Fried Quail to start but it was gone before I could even grab my camera!)

Black Pepper Pasta

Assiette of Lamb

Don't forget to save room for dessert!


The face after discovering sea salted caramel at the bottom of the chocolate mousse cup.

Monday, June 24, 2013

6.24.13

Last weekend may not have had the best start but what a great end! After eating a few bowls of the emergency soup I whipped up, my boyfriend was feeling well enough to attempt a relaxing beach day. Since our bags were already packed (in anticipation of the Vermont trip that never was), we were able to jump in the car on Sunday morning and head to our favorite spot. My boyfriend's family has a little fish house right on the beach in North Hampton, NH. We laid out, walked along the beach, picked up some sea glass, and got fresh lobster rolls from the local snack shack. To top it off we had an impromptu cook out with my boyfriend's brother and mom. How did you celebrate the first weekend of summer?

Wearing: Nine West blouse (found at TJ Maxx), American Eagle shorts (old)

Now that I'm in my mid-twenties, I've decided to get serious about skin care so a Panama hat is a beach must.

Spotted some fishermen on our walk, doesn't this just scream New England?

Lobster. Roll.

Some day I'm going to own one of these bad boys.

Beautiful day.

P.S. If you ever find yourself in North Hampton, NH, make sure to check out the Fuller Gardens. Tucked away, this beautiful oasis is one of my favorite places to visit.


Saturday, June 22, 2013

6.22.13

Hello, you!

Today I am finally sitting down to start this project. I have had the idea now for a while but have been a little timid to put it into action. There are many wonderful blogs out there and who knows if the world really needs another one! But let's see how this goes, shall we? The name of this blog is in reference to my beautiful mother, Patty. She is the inspiration for this blog because from style to home to relationships, this woman has an answer for everything! Her Peruvian roots and American lifestyle have led her to a very traditional yet very modern way of life. Even my friends know that what "Patty says" is usually dead on. So for today, I wanted to share a few of her life tips.

Patty Says:

  • Never leave the house without earrings ... Even if you are just running errands, earrings are a must! I can't tell you how many times she's made me go back inside to put mine on.
  • It may seem old school, but knowing how to set a table is a must ... I once set the table and put the water goblets in the wrong place. Patty almost fainted. 
  • The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself ... I'm sure you've heard this one before but it's a good one!
Patty a.k.a. Mom