Epoch Flowers

I adore having fresh flowers in the house - a pop of color and freshness and an instant mood lifter. At brunch with a friend of mine this morning, we spotted Epoch - blossom heaven. This pop-up storefront in Lincoln Park had gorgeous, seasonal buds AND they were budget friendly! I ended up taking home one of these birch-wrapped pots {$6!} and a bunch of fresh daffodils from Holland. The staff was fabulous {warm water for hydrangeas, ice cold for daffodils}. Now I'm just waiting for Spring...

Epoch Pop-Up Shop, 1211 West Webster Avenue, between Racine and Magnolia Ave.

The Beach

I am craving a beach vacay right about now. Don't these images look heavenly?

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This City Girl on Vmac & Cheese!

I'm so excited - my first guest blog! Hop on over to vmac & cheese and check out my three favorite things in my home. Here's a peek...

Stay tuned, I may just have a guest post series in mind for TCG....

To buy or not to buy...

This rug is on OKL today. It's John Robshaw and I may need it in my home. The problem is, I'm not sure exactly where I would put it. The 2'x3' is only $40 and would look great in an entry way... but I already have a rug for both the front and back door. Decisions, decisions...

Perfection

Thanks to my guy for a Valentines Day that was perfection. French macarons, white hydrangeas, homemade pizza, red wine, our pup and our couch.

Quick Molten Chocolate Cake

Easy Valentine's Day dessert - I swear, under 15 minutes and you'll be eating this deliciousness.

Individual Molten Chocolate Cakes: Serves Two

What you'll need:
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 Tbsp flour
1/3 c bittersweet chocolate chips
1 large egg & 1 egg yolk
2 Tbsp sugar

1. Heat oven to 450. Butter two 6oz ramekins and dust with flour.
2. Place butter and chocolate in glass dish, melt using double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently.
3. Beat eggs, egg yolk and sugar until thick and lighter color (about 1 min). Add melted chocolate and flour, mix until incorporated.
4. Divide batter between ramekins. Bake until edges are set- only 8 to 10 min. Dig in.

Staying in, Styling up

If you're staying in this Valentines Day, that's no excuse to wear sweats. Throw on some sparkles and make/order dinner in your heels!

J.Crew Sequin Fete Dress, $275; Cashmere Talisa Cardigan, $250