The V, Seagrove + Majestical Jewelry

I have found the cure for marriage blues!!! What are marriage blues, you ask? You know…when your marriage needs a little spark; when you need to get away from the hustle and bustle of it all; for us, most importantly, when you need time away from technology!!

So here's the cure: Tyler surprised me with a date to a restaurant both of us have never been to before. Since we've only been living in Florida for 8 months, there are still so many restaurants in our area that we haven't touched! I am a TOTAL foodie, so I love exploring the ambiance of a new restaurant and the foods they offer. This restaurant was really cool and had a great outdoor area - so great that we had to be on a waiting list just to sit outside! 

Of course, a girl get's all dressed up for a night out and my husband doesn't think to take a picture of my whole outfit. I looooveeed my balloon skirt from JCrew (enter sad face!) but at least he got a picture of my new jewels from Majestical Jewelry! You guys, I have a new obsession with this store!! Everything is so affordable, and I can't get over these gorgeous baubles around my neck! 

Fried calamari is my FAV. 

So, Tyler and I love Sangria and asked for a red wine sangria at dinner. It was delicious but had whiskey in it...Is this typical for a sangria!? We are used to wine and fruit! It was totally spiked…tasted like college (this metaphor is both good and bad)! 

We about fell off of our chairs and died when we had their beignets for dessert. After 10 minutes of giggling and moaning because the powdered sugar was SOOOOOO good and the beignets were so warm, the waiter told us the chef is from New Orleans. Go figure. 

We loved these so much we considered going and buying mix to make our own. Then, we quickly ruled out that idea because we don't know how to do that (and I'm cajun…what the!?)

 Our night ended with a gorgeous sunset above the sea! I'm telling you - a new restaurant cures the marriage blues!!

I leave you with a picture of my gorgeous jewelry from Majestical Jewelry. I just MIGHT be having a giveaway on my Instagram for these beauties THIS WEEK. Stay tunnneeddddd...

Pineapple Cocktail

I love pineapples.

A lot.

When I was a kid, I used to buy the large cans of pineapple juice, refrigerate them until the temperature was just right, and drink them straight out of the can!!

So when I found out this drink had pineapple as the key ingredient, I sort of squealed.

A lot.

It's probably the easiest cocktail I've ever made.

Pour Tequila and Orange liquor into a glass filled with ice, add pineapple juice and lime juice and you're done.

It sort of tastes like a Margarita but with a pineapple hint. This would be the bees knees in a blender with ice!

Since tequila has such a strong taste, I put one part tequila with 3 parts pineapple juice.

Let me know if you like it!

Fondue (Again)

As I mentioned in a previous post, we had Tyler's family visit our town this weekend. We hit up pizza shops, fudge and ice cream parlors, fondue and breakfast restaurants. It was a FEAST thanks to The Weirs! Below is one of our favorite spots to eat fondue. You could call us "regulars". 

What is with my fondue obsession!?!?!

Pizza By the Sea

Tyler's family came into town this weekend. It was short lived (we wish they would've stayed longer!) but we enjoyed every minute of it no less. It was our first time to really play "tour guide" and show people around this picturesque town we live in. It makes you appreciate where you live and really see a different side of it, almost as if you're taking a "stay-cation". 

The first part of the "tour" was taking them to a local pizza spot. A cute courtyard with homegrown herbs located steps from the gulf sets the tone for this pizza bar. My favorite thing to eat is the prosciutto and cheese pizza. So fresh and flavorful! I love a restaurant that aims to be unique while providing fresh food. A+ for me!

Pure pizza heaven

Are you a pizza fan? Good ole Pizza Hut or a top notch pizza place?

A Week of Breakfast

I love breakfast food: eggs, bacon, grits, hash browns. It might be my favorite meal on earth! The problem, though, is that I don't eat breakfast for breakfast. Confusing, eh? When I wake up in the morning, the last thing I want to do is think of what to eat. I like my coffee, and my blog time...and that's it. 

Tyler's mentioned to me a few times the importance of breakfast. I always make fun of him because he never misses breakfast. Not one meal. I'm lucky if I eat an apple. So, this week I thought I'd force myself to eat meals to kick start my metabolism. The results have been less snacking and more energy. I can't say I hate it!

For those of you needing a little breakfast inspiration, here's what I've been eating this week:

Breakfast is not a complicated thing. I think the fact that eating something period is good for your body.  Give it a shot! (I can't believe I'm saying this)

Are you a big breakfast eater?

Bloody Mary Recipe

Follow this recipe:

To dress the rim: squeeze lemon juice onto a plate. Sprinkle Creole Seasoning onto a separate plate. Dip the rim of the glass into the lemon juice and then into the Creole Seasoning.

Garnish the drink with a lemon wedge, cherry tomatoes, green olives, celery stick, sausage, bacon. The options are unlimited!