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Loving November

November is an extremely social time of year and marks the beginning of the winter holiday season. We focus on family, friends, and food along with reaching out to those in need. There is much to be thankful for this month starting with Stylish turning nine. I so enjoy creating blog post, sharing ideas and communicating with fellow bloggers. Here are a few other items I’m currently loving!

There’s a new French restaurant called Bistro du Jour on the Wharf in DC that I cannot wait to review. It’s just opened and feels positively Parisienne, I can’t wait to taste the Coq au Vin!!!

Robert Therrien’s objects are quite ordinary and familiar. The usual household items such as — tables, chairs, plates, and pitchers are transported in scale and media to create his art. This table is nearly ten feet tall and has an incredible presence due to its height. I felt like Alice in Wonderland being able to literally stand under a table.
“Under the Table” by Robert Therrien c. 1994 at The Broad in Los Angeles.

I curled up the other night to watch for the very first time the 1950 film- “All About Eve”. Margo Channing [Bette Davis] is one of the biggest starts on Broadway and has just turned forty, she’s worried about what her advancing age will mean for her acting career. Eve Harrington [Anne Baxter] is the besotted fan of Margo’s and begins to manipulate her way into Margo’s life and career. The movie is based on the 1946 short-story “The Wisdom of Eve” by Mary Orr.

ALL ABOUT EVE, Fox, 1950. Producer: Darryl F. Zanuck. Director: Joseph L. Mankiewicz. Starring Bette Davis. Left to right: Garry Merrill, Bette Davis as Carol Channing, Celeste Holm, Hugh Marlow

Profiteroles from Mon Ami Gabi in the Reston Town Center are cream puffs filled with a French choux pastry, but these were filled with ice cream and topped with chocolate sauce!!!

Sunsets at Heath are always spectacular at this time of year. The sky is filled with glorious fall colors such as; oranges, pinks, coppers and gorgeous browns. You feel as if you can watch the sky all night, but it changes rapidly to dark.

Thank you all for nine great years and look forward to another ninety. November is the time to spend indoors getting cozy, watching movies with family, and indulging in the occasional treat.

Remember to give when asked to assist those in need during these trying times. The holidays are upon us, and the weather is getting colder. We can all give a little something to make others more comfortable.

Stay stylish,
Kathleen

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Trader Joe’s to the Rescue

On a recent flight across country our stewardess sauntered down the aisle to bring a veritable fare of stale pretzels and bottled water……yum, which I might add was not satisfying.  I’ve always been the one who has snacks tucked away in a tote when traveling, until two weeks ago, when suddenly my brother turned and asked, “where are the snacks”? I couldn’t believe I was without … right there on the plane! I wanted to hide, and couldn’t believe I left home without treats. The only thing that kept us going was knowing upon landing, we would have margaritas and shrimp/fish tacos from “Pink Taco”.

>> These “trail mix” crackers are a must, made with raisins, cheese, cashews and mung beans- perfect for that 10:00 AM snack at work. >> The cashews, fig cookies, and olive & herb mixed nuts are perfect for lunches during a busy work week or weekend snacks. >> Veggies with lemons and limes. >> Ciabatta and boules- breads for weeknight dinners or lunches. The Thai Shrimp dumplings and Kung Pao chicken are a perfect quick meal after a hard day at work.

The thing about traversing the neighborhoods of Los Angeles are seeing a plethora of Trader Joe’s on every other corner. I was thrilled upon entering the store when a salesperson approached and suggested trying the “trail mix” crackers. These tasty crisp have raisins, mung beans and cashews. I purchased a few bags for the return flight, and couldn’t wait to hit our neighborhood store the following week.

I’m already planning for our next trip to purchase a few seasonal treats that are always delicious and fun.

Travel stylishly,
Kathleen