This is the kind of place I dream about escaping to with a pile of books about windswept widows and swarthy sea captains. It’s a historic cottage in Jamestown, Rhode Island, owned by my friend Julie, an artist with an obvious penchant for creating incredibly warm, charming, cozy places. Jamestown is located on Conanicut Island in Narraganset Bay, linked by bridge to Newport and Narragansett. The house is surrounded by beautiful rose gardens and the island boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, in my opinion. With its separate bunkhouse, the property sleeps four, and it’s close to all the area attractions like Rhode Island’s famous beaches. But wouldn’t it be nice to simply stay put for a winter weekend and snuggle up inside this lovely abode? I’ve heard there’s still lots of availability in the coming months. See more photos and book your stay at jamestownvacationrental.com.
05 Feb 2010
Rhode Island Cottage
Posted by tidepooler under Travel, USA | Tags: Rhode Island Accomodations, Rhode Island Cottages, Rhode Island Rentals, Rhode Island Vacations |Leave a Comment
04 Feb 2010
Bolos Levedos
Posted by tidepooler under Culture, Food | Tags: Bolos Levedos, Portuguese Bakeries, Portuguese Muffins |Leave a Comment
I’m a quarter Portuguese. And while I did play an Amalia Rodrigues CD during the cocktail hour at my wedding, and I will probably wear one of those black lace things on my head when I’m 80, I’m not exactly basking in the essence of my Azorean heritage. But then there’s my addiction to bolos levedos. The Portuguese muffins are deliciously sweet and toast up just right. When I lived in New York, I couldn’t bring myself to pay the $6 Union Market in Park Slope charged for a package. So I’d stock up during trips home to Rhode Island where you can buy them for $3 at the local grocery store (baked fresh just across the bay at Amaral’s in Fall River). Now that I’m in California, my grandmother sends me a box about once a month. Of course I’m feeling guilty about the $10 shipping fee, so am now on a quest to find a Bay Area bakery that carries the tasty treats. Any suggestions?
{Image courtesy of Paparoca Doce}
02 Feb 2010
Marchesa Bridal
Posted by tidepooler under Weddings | Tags: 2010 Bridal, Bridal, Marchesa, Wedding Dresses, Weddings |Leave a Comment
The spring 2010 bridal collections are out, and I’ve got a thing for Marchesa. From Angel Sanchez to Vera Wang, Vogue Australia showcases all the latest frothy designs. Which one will it be for your big day?
{Images of Marchesa wedding gowns courtesy of Vogue Australia}
27 Jan 2010
American Artist: Walton Ford
Posted by tidepooler under Art, Culture | Tags: Art, Artists, Berlin Art Exhbitions;, Painters, Walton Ford, Wildlife Art |Leave a Comment
I’m swooning over Walton Ford’s beautiful watercolors of wildlife. If you’re in Berlin, go see “Bestiarium” at the Hamburger Bahnhof, if not, get a little taste at the museum’s website.
{Image copyright Walton Ford, Courtesy Paul Kasmin Gallery}
26 Jan 2010
Pictures From Air
Posted by tidepooler under Music | Tags: Air, Bands, Music, Photography |1 Comment
I love how Air is documenting their 2010 European tour. See more of the French band’s pretty images on their website.
21 Jan 2010
Sundance 2010
Posted by tidepooler under Culture, Film | Tags: Film Festivals, Movies, Sundance |Leave a Comment
I’m so excited to be in Park City, Utah right now. There is more snow here than I’ve ever seen in my life! The Sundance Film Festival officially begins today, but for Cait, Sophie, and me, it will start tomorrow when our 1.5 weeks + of nonstop movies begins. Here’s what I’m going to see:
We decided to see “The Imperialists Are Still Alive” after running into the director on the bus. Sophie and I loved her outfit, and her accent.
{Image courtesy of Greater Park City Area and Deer Valley Real Estate}
12 Jan 2010
Swiss Doll House
Posted by tidepooler under Culture, Design | Tags: Doll Houses, Heidi, Swiss |Leave a Comment
If Heidi didn’t have to go live with her grandfather in the hills of Switzerland, she’d live here. I recently discovered this fantastic dollhouse on The T-Cozy, a wonderful blog written by Susan. The exquisite miniature chalet belongs to her friend Leslie whose grandmother bought it for her at FAO Schwatz in the 1960s. I want one, and I’m thinking that it’s about time I get my own dollhouse out from my own grandmother’s attic ASAP.
See close-ups of the interior including tiny four poster beds, a hand painted wardrobe filled with fluffy blankets, and a framed painting of an Alpine peak at The T-Cozy.
07 Jan 2010
Bike in Snow
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17 Dec 2009
Christmas Vacation
Posted by tidepooler under Holidays | Tags: Caribbean, New York, St. John, Virgin Islands |Leave a Comment
If I can make it through the rest of my work and get our two carry-on bags packed with two weeks worth of clothes, I’ll be on a plane tomorrow morning to New York. Mmmm. Land of crisply scented air, chilled rosy noses, and shopping bag laden arms. Friday night, we’ll head directly from the airport to the Pamplemousse show, and then on Saturday I’ll head directly from my mom’s pull-out couch to the Brooklyn Winter Flea, and then Sunday we’ll head directly from Kennedy Airport to the Virgin Islands. Because these fabulous two days in New York are really just a quick stop-over en route to the real Christmas vacation destination: St. John! Caneel Bay to be precise, where they still lean over the boat rail and peer down at the sparkling Caribbean Sea below, just like they did in 1969. (I love those plaid shorts). Have a wonderful holiday everyone!
{Image: horemhab}
16 Dec 2009
Lake Champlain Chocolates
Posted by tidepooler under Weddings | Tags: Hot Chocolate, Vermont Wedding Favors, Wedding Favors, Weddings, Winter Weddings |Leave a Comment
I am indulging in a most delicious cup of Lake Champlain Chocolates Hot Chocolate. It was a gift from our friends Emily and Dan who were delighted to find hot chocolate that came all the way from Vermont at Whole Foods here in Berkeley, California. To tie this in to our Wednesday Weddings theme, I’m going to suggest winter brides serve this at their snowy Vermont weddings, or better yet, give tins away to your guests as wedding favors!














