StellaLucy Gluten Free Market

Although I'm not allergic to gluten I do understand that it must be annoying to have to constantly check labels at grocery stores. One of my girlfriends was recently diagnosed with Celiac disease and I have seen her struggle. So if you have been diagnosed with Celiac disease and are having a hard time finding food that wont make your symptoms go away please stop by the StellaLucy Gltuen free Market. Right now there are two locations in Southern California and a 3rd one in the works. I have been to their Claremont store just to see what they offered. They have a pretty big selection and they do ship to your home as well if you're not in the SoCal area. Here is the link go take a look at their sit and see what they offer.

Tart's

Today I stopped by Borders to browse some magazines and relax. I looked through the fall inspired magazines and noticed that they had a lot of torts in all of them. Made me lust after a rustic tart to go with a soup and salad. I found all of these lovely tarts and linked them to their recipes so if anyone else feels so inclined to have a tart this weekend. Have you made home-made tarts before? I don't really ever cook so I'm not sure if these recipes are easy or not.

What's your favorite tart ingredients?

Puff Pastry & Rosemary Tart

Spinach & Feta Tart

West Country Cheddar, Asparagus and Mustard Tart

Tomato Zucchini Tart With Herbs & Parmesan

Yakult Commercial

I/m completely obsessed with the creature( stomach) in this commercial. Such a touching, cute and nostalgic commercial.

Embassy Suites Brea, Ca

Yesterday my mother and I stopped by the Brea Mall for to stock up on some essentials form Sephora and Bath and Body Works. We usually park under the Embassy Suites because it has lots of parking and its close to the mall. In all the years of going to the Brea Mall and parking in

this lot we have never seen what the Hotel looked like inside. I have always been curious as to

what the Tut's bar looked like inside so we ventured in and took a look.

I thought this sign was pretty funny looking, don't you think?

We thought oh what the heck lets walk around and take an impromtu tour of The Embassy suites...When we spotted on of those glass elevators we had to go in it just for the fun experience.

Up we went to the 7th floor of the hotel.

On our way to the pool we came across some very cool mosaic artwork.

Here is thee lovely pool area, doesnt it look nice for being right next to a mall?

And even better the spa area...aaahhhh

Here is the foyer entryway to the hotel, I just loved he cat statues.

This cat statue reminds me way to much of my cat Momo, same eyes and muscular body.

Although I have never stayed at The Embassy Suites in Brea I would recommend it, it has a pretty good rating on trip adviser. I really like the funky Egyptian theme they have going on and the pool is really nice and the open courtyard in the middle is unique looking.

Have you ever stayed here?

Countdown to Fall 2010

Fall officially starts in less than 2 weeks!

What fashion, food, spirits and colors make you feel nostalgic towards fall/autumn?

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{Autumn Maple Beer, The Bruery}

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{Chanel}

Onawest Onan Parts & Mobile Service

Hey everyone,

I wanted to let you all know about my Dads company Onawest, located in sunny Southern California. My father has lots and lots of experience working with Onan & Cummins generators & engines and is Factory Trained/Level III Certified. He has a wide array of customers across the country as well as the world. He has fixed generators for families, celebrities, royalty and big name companies such as Disney.

The next time your family goes on a motor home trip or your company needs to repair engines and or generators give my dad a call for guaranteed great service.

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Trina Turk & Jonathan Skow's stellar L.A. home

Architectural Digest Russia has a really great article featuring my favorite fashion designer Trina Turk and Photographer Jonathan Skow' Los Angeles home. I can't understand the article because it's not in English, but the photos of their home are stellar. I have always wondered how their home looked ever since I fell in love with Trina's clothing and stores. I'm noticing that her home has more bold colors and neutral a neutral backdrop. Such a noticeable difference when you look at her commercial shop style, bright, neon and lots of white.

All photos found here

Coffee Break: Lets Get Pump(kin spiced) Up

It's back. Today was the official first day to buy Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes as well as the new becerage "Toffee Mocha" not to be confused with Toffenut Mocha. Did you have your share of pumkin spice today? If so do share. How do you order from Starbucks?

Vanilla Chai memories

Whenever I see this bottle of Bolthouse farms Vanilla Chai I'm instantly brought back to my summer 2007 vacation in Florida. I haven't been back since 08 because I never can go when the family is going.

Now every August I feel like something is missing and I know its the annual summer trip to grandmas. Mhmmh...oh well there's always next year.

Today I twisted open a bottle of this chai and poured it over a cup of ice and instantly feel as if I'm back there, on the boat trip we all took that summer.

There's half of the clan checking out the celebrity homes.

The family my aunt works for rented out this boat for a lazy afternoon tour of Hutchinson Island, so relaxing and that my friends is where I had my first sip of that vanilla chai as well as some interesting whole foods to-go platters. I'm sure I will always remember this trip, till the next one.

Is there an item or beverage that brings back a summer memory to you?

If so do share...

Pumpkin Spice Latte Ohh Lala

Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte

I have been craving this drink for a few weeks now, mostly because my whole summer (weather) has felt like September/October. I will confirm to you when this lovely latte will be making its way into Fall 2010!

Btw for those of you who think that the Pumpkin Spice Latte is too rich with calories and fat, no worries...

A Tall (12oz) iced nonfat no whip PSL has the following:

170 calories

and o% fat

however it does have...

5mg cholesterol

130 mg sodium

32g sugar

33g carbs

8g protein

The choice is yours...

I dont really pay attention to the #'s but I put them up for those who are interested.

*Update*

Pumpkin Spice Lattes will be officially launching The week of August 30th along with another new Fall drink the Toffee Mocha.

Kelly Wearstler book signing Tonight!!!!!

Calling all So-Cal Gals and boys interested in Fashion and Interior Design...

Next week there is a very fun and intimate event going on in Los Angeles.

Trina Turk is hosting a Book signing for Kelly Wearstler, Interior Designer and Host of Top Design.

I have been to one of Trina's events, she is really open to talking to her clients and sharing details about her company and design inspirations. I suggest checking this out because it isn't every day that you get to meet two talented professionals from the design world.

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KELLY WEARSTLER-BOOK SIGNING

TONIGHT @ TRINA TURK

August 19th 2010

6pm-8pm

8008 west 3rd street

Los Angeles CA 90048