Fab Friday – Sandal Obsessed Edition

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Can you believe it is only a few weeks until summer's unofficial kickoff - Memorial Day Weekend? Where does the time go? I have a few things planned this month but this summer – all bets are off. After being relegated to Cooking In Sneakers for the time being, I'm determined to get sandal ready for spring and add to my kitchen with some new lovelies. Come – take a peek at this week's obsessions. Cooking In Stilettos ~ Fab Friday ~ May Sandal Edition … [Read more...]



Colin Cowie Brings Spring To The Table

My DVR and I almost got into a horrid row yesterday. As I was leaving for my "no you can't wear the stilettos yet" doctor's appointment, I caught a teaser on the Today Show that Colin Cowie was going to be on. I quickly rushed to the TV and set the DVR before I headed out the door. When I got home, guess what wasn't on the DVR – yup, you guessed it – the DVR apparently decided that there would be no spring decorating tips for me. Thankfully, the TODAY Show archives their clips online and … [Read more...]



Obsessed With: Colin Cowie’s Holiday Picks for HSN

Ahhh - November has just begun and it's already time to start planning for the holidays. I heard that Colin Cowie was going to be showcasing his new products on HSN today and, as expected, he does not disappoint. Here are a few things that have me "obsessed"...   Colin Cowie Holiday Pics for HSN - 2011 by cookinginstilettos on polyvore.com 1. I'm hearing that "Purple is the New Peacock" lately and, of course, Colin is right on trend. I'm obsessed with these stunning purple all purpose … [Read more...]



Fab Friday – Hurricane Irene Edition

When I moved up north, it was the implied understanding that Mother Nature could send all the Nor'Easters, Snowmageddons and all that fun wintery crap with the agreement that I was never to deal with earthquakes or hurricanes ever again. Tropical storms - meh - they happen - but when both an earthquake and a hurricane impact Philadelphia within a week, I want the number of the fool here who irritated Mother Nature so badly she's changing the scheme of the weather. So - let's jump to a few … [Read more...]



HSN Cooks Spring Weekend And A Giveaway

I don't have to tell you how much I adore HSN and their culinary/entertaining tastemakers. Where else can you find Colin Cowie, Emeril, Todd English, Ingrid Hoffmann, Padma Lakshi and Wolfgang Puck with some seriously great goodies for your kitchen, table and pantry. Well, HSN is adding to the family, bringing on my absolute favorite chocolatier, Jacques Torres, those chic southern boys, The Lee Bros. and noted Chinese American chef, Ken Hom during their HSN Cooks Spring Weekend this weekend, … [Read more...]



VIDEO: Colin Cowie Transforms The Holiday Table

Colin Cowie, Event Planner Extraordinaire, visited the Today Show last week with tips and tricks on transforming the holiday table and he has outdone himself again. Between his all white "Disco" table, the red and gold "Christmas Chic" and the teal and chartreuse "Peacock" table, I'm about to head out to ZGallerie, Crate & Barrel and Michaels. After all, your tree and house are chic and elegant so why shouldn't your table be, right? Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and … [Read more...]



Fab Friday – Cooking In Stilettos Holiday Edition

Can you believe the holidays are upon us? I don't even know where this year went and already it's the first week of December!  As holiday entertaining is the focus, I decided to feature some fabulous products that will make your holiday entertaining have that *Wow* factor... Fab Friday - 12.3.10 by CookingInStilettos on Polyvore.com 1.  EVERY hostess needs a fabulous pair of booties and you must check out these Elizabeth and James Metal-Overlay Suede Ankle Boots. They have that … [Read more...]



VIDEO: Daisy Martinez Kicks Off The Holidays With A Fab Cocktail

Earlier this week, both Jen from One Curly Fry and I attended Philadelphia's Inaugural "Festival of Trees" at XIX and the one and only Daisy Martinez was in attendance to auction fabulously decorated holiday trees to benefit the Philadelphia Orchestra. I have to say, these trees were so gorgeous, even my fave designer, Colin Cowie, would have been pleased. Talk about getting one into the holiday spirit. I will post more on the event after the holiday but I wanted to leave you with a little … [Read more...]



Fab Friday – Cooking In Stilettos Edition

What a day today! King of Prussia's Williams-Sonoma hosted Bakerella's book-signing today and what a great success that was (plus, added bonus, in attendance was Leslie of And Her Little Dog Too and I always love catchin' up with her!) Tomorrow, Jenn of The Leftover Queen comes to town and add to that, it's the start of a very busy holiday season.  And, as if I'm NOT busy enough, I have some changes in store for Cooking In Stilettos so, yup, you guessed it, there is a lot going on in Lys' world … [Read more...]



Obsessed With: Colin Cowie Flavor Infusing Pitcher

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I can’t stress enough how great Colin Cowie’s products are.  The “international arbitrar of style” strikes again with this Flavor Infusing Glass Pitcher for the Spring/Summer on HSN.com.  He gave one great idea of infusing your vodkas, rums and tequilas with fresh fruits, spices, herbs and hibiscus flowers.  Needless to say, this was ordered quickly.  I have some Meyer lemons that need to infuse in some vodka ;) What would you infuse your cocktails with?   … [Read more...]