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| Jockeys from different stables light the way to 21 Club www.21club.com 212.582.1400 While dining, we sat next to Donald Trump!! You never know who you're going to see in this NY establishment. |
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| Jockey with the colors from Rokeby Stables in Virginia. Proper attire is still the norm for "21". No jeans! Jackets and ties and ladies dressed as ladies are what you'll find here along with an award winning wine list, sumptuous American cuisine and discreetly attentive service.. |
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| Brooks Brothers spring collection features clothing from the movies The Great Gatsby. www.brooksbrothers.com |
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| Gentlemen...be the talk of the town in one of these fabulous blazers! |
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| Men's straw hats from the Gatsby era are featured on the First Floor of the 346 Madison Avenue Store. |
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| The displays throughout the entire store are so elegant but the First Floor takes the cake! |
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| These outfits were in the movie. Brooks Brothers made all of the men's clothing...not the women's. |
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| More clothing from the movies along with bottles and bottles of CHAMPAGNE!! |
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| Here's the recipe for these yummy pancakes! 12 oz. Cake Flour 4 oz. Rice Flour 2 oz. Sugar 2 tsp. Salt 2 tsp. Baking Powder 2 tsp. Baking Soda Sift all of the above together into a bowl. 4 eggs 32 oz. Buttermilk 4 oz. Melted butter 1 T. Vanilla extract Mix all of these 4 ingredients together and pour into the dry ingredients. Whisk just until they all combine. There should be some lumps in the mix. Heat a griddle to 375 degrees or heat a skillet/frying pan over medium heat. Pour a ladle full of mix onto the hot surface, should be about 4 inches in diameter. Wait for the topside of the pancakes to bubble, then flip over. Wait for the underside of the pancake to brown, take off heat and sere immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Makes 2 dozen pancakes |
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| The above recipe is from Executive Chef Marc Collins www.circa1886.com Photo of the pancakes compliments of the Chef. The Rice flour is a nod to Charleston's rich history of rice production! |
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| Recently, we were contacted by the Wentworth Mansion as a result of a recent posting on our blog. It puts you in the mood for Downton Abbey!! |
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| Mr. Fur sits on his famous English Garden bench. This beautiful sunny morning is something to behold. |
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| Spring...a time of renewal. Everything is fresh and new in the gardens. |
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| This print belongs to the culprit who tore down our suet bird feeder. Whoever it was...perhaps a raccoon, had quite a feast two nights ago. I must get a book on animal tracks! Oh...there's always the Internet but books are best! |
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| Chatham Village Antiques 471 Main Street Chatham (On Cape Cod) Massachusetts 508.945.3773 |
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| The shop along Main Street is filled with tons of treasures! |
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| Each little nook is color coordinated with all kinds of vintage items. Lamps, china, linens, serving pieces and so much more can be found here. |
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| Chatham has many interesting shops but this is our favorite. Also try... Gustare Oils and Vinegars 425 Main Street, Chatham, MA www.gustareoliveoil.com and Island Pursuit 482 Main Street, Chatham, MA for high end casual clothing for men and women. |
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| As we celebrated Patriot's Day, the "shot heard round the world", the start of the American Revolution, we are reminded of those evil beings wanting to hurt Americans. As our Patriots did over 200 years ago, we must unite and continue to be true to our freedom and cause. Our hearts and prayers go out to the innocent victims, all who responded and the families from which they came. |
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| Peter Rabbit cookies made with the recipe "Lemon-Butter Easter Egg Cookies with Royal Icing" From Two Sisters and the Silver Spoon Cook Book - Page 229 Simple, Easy and FUN!!! |
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| Chocolate nests fill the basket as a favor to take home. |
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| The Menu is ready and fit for all of the guests scheduled to arrive around 1:30 PM. |
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| Marshmallow Pops in an apothecary container...idea from Pinterest! |
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| Our Mother's Fostoria glasses and pitcher along with lovely trays from Michel Designs are ready for use. |
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| Everyone likes to sit together on the porch where we have been all celebrating Easter for 30 years! |
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| Mr. Fur investigates a basket delivered by the Easter Bunny! |
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| Platters and other dishes await the arrival of food for the Easter Buffet Luncheon. You can see post-it notes marking the spots for easy placement as the luncheon draws near. |
