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Saturday Meanderings and a couple ideas for Valentine’s Day

February 4, 2022 By Juliet 15 Comments

Happy Saturday!

Today I’m joining my friends Kim of Northern California Style and Elizabeth of Pinecones & Acorns for the first post of our new weekend series … Saturday Meanderings.

On Saturday mornings we’ll each share things that caught our eye and piqued our interest during the week … things we feel you’ll want to know about and enjoy too.

Grab a cuppa something and let’s dive in.

 

THE CHAIRISH PODCAST

Are you a podcast fan? I am. I listen to podcasts on my daily dog walks, on the treadmill and in the car. I love discovering new (or new to me) podcasts and one of my favorite discoveries is The Chairish Podcast hosted by Michael Boodro.

Hosted by beloved design-insider Michael Boodro, The Chairish Podcast looks behind the glamour of the interior design industry at a time when all aspects of the business, from sourcing to marketing to client communication to underlying business models are undergoing rapid disruption. Drawing on experience and insights from today’s top practitioners, including leading designers, architects and manufacturers, this podcast is an essential tool for interior design professionals.

While the podcast is geared toward interior designers it’s relevant and interesting to anyone with an interest in home décor. Pretty much all of us, right? Each episode includes designer guests discussing everything from how the pandemic impacted what we need and expect from our homes, to coping with delivery delays to current design and entertaining trends. My favorite episodes so far are interviews with Ken Fulk, Rita Honig and Bunny Williams … delightful and insightful guests.

Chair Podcast Cover Image

Chairish Podcast

MAMAN: THE COOKBOOK

Have you been to a Maman Café in New York City (Montreal or Toronto)? If so, tell me everything. The French inspired bakeries / cafés created by Eliza Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte are a haven for blue and white lovers. As well as pastry lovers. From their blue front doors to blue and white china … even blue and white to-go cups … it’s Instagram worthy in the best sense. Last year they released Maman: The Cookbook … all-day recipes to warm your heart. I pre-ordered and counted the days until the cookbook arrived on my doorstep. Chock full of stories and recipes, heavily dessert focused, it’s a treasure. They even share the chocolate chip cookie recipe that put them on the map and landed on Oprah’s favorite things. Over the holidays I made their S’mores Cookie Bars … so incredibly good. What a fun Valentine gift for a baker or blue and white lover. Maybe that’s you!

Maman Cookbook and Mug of Tea

Monica Vargas Photography

SARAH FLINT FIRESIDE HOUSE SHOE

You won’t believe this! I’m a brand ambassador for Sarah Flint! You know, Sarah Flint shoes. What a thrill! What an honor! Shoes are my thing and I’ve loved and admired Sarah Flint for some time. At the beginning of the year, I purchased the Fireside House Shoe in Navy. Oh, my goodness, these are the most comfortable and cozy shoes ever. They feel more like a slipper and let’s be real, I spend most of my days in slippers. Now I can wear slippers and look elegant too. If you’d like your own pair of Fireside House Shoes or any other Sarah Flint style use my discount code SARAHFLINT-BAJULIETR at checkout on your first Sarah Flint order!

Side note: Sarah Flint has a table linen collaboration with Maman. Blue and white, of course!

Sarah Flint Fireside House Shoe

Monica Vargas Photography

COTTAGE BY DESIGN HEART SHAPED PILLOWS

A couple of weeks ago, my friend the Contessa, aka Elizabeth, aka CONTESSAANDHERPIG messaged me about these three-dimensional heart shaped pillows. Perfect for Valentine’s Day! Made by Trish at Cottage by Design, Contessa thought I’d want to snap up the blue and white baby. She was right! I ordered a second pillow too, but it’s a surprise. Trish makes two sizes. I ordered (and these pictured) are the small. You can see more wonderful pillows and the other sweet things made by Trish on her Instagram page COTTAGEBYDESIGN. Direct message Trish to purchase.

Cottage by Design Pillows

Cottage By Design

THE BEST QUICHE LORRAINE RECIPE

Yes, real woman eat quiche. And I’ll be serving it on Valentine’s Day for lunch with my girlfriends. Earlier in the week I shared my easy Valentine’s Day lunch plan and table setting. Quiche is easy and delicious. Paired with a salad and sliced baguette, there’s still plenty of room left over for a yummy dessert. There are so many quiche variations … sky’s the limit. But I’m partial to the traditional Quiche Lorraine. Here’s The Best Quiche Lorraine recipe I made and will make again. By the way, you don’t have to make your own crust. I’ll never tell.

Quiche Lorraine

Monica Vargas Photography

So, there you have it, a few things that piqued my interest this week.

I hope you enjoyed them too.

Now pop over and see what Kim and Elizabeth have in store for us.

I know it’s going to be good!

Follow the below links to their blogs.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA STYLE

PINECONES & ACORNS

As always, I appreciate your visit and welcome your thoughts in the comments below.

Wishing you a fabulous weekend!

 



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Filed Under: Home & Decor, My Style, Recipes & Cocktails, Uncategorized, Weekend Meanderings Tagged With: Cookbook, Podcast, Quiche Lorraine, Sarah Flint, Valentine Pillows, Valentine's Day

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  1. Mary-Ellen Krull says

    February 5, 2022 at 5:57 am

    Juliet, I loved this pOst especially because i am partial to quiche, blue and white, hearts, shoes And dessert! You hit all the boxes in one pOst! How did you know?

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 5, 2022 at 7:21 am

      Happy Saturday, Mary-Ellen! I’m so glad you enjoyed the post … we’re kindred spirits! Enjoy your weekend! xo

      Reply
  2. Elizabeth says

    February 5, 2022 at 7:05 am

    Juliet, I love meandering with you! The Chairish podcast is great, Have you listed to The Style Files? Paloma is an amazing designer and each podcast she interviews another designer about how they got their start, what inspires them, etc. I loved them all.
    Blue and white forever fan, Maman is a beautiful book. I’ve not made anything yet but I love looking at it. It sounds like the perfect cafe to spend an afternoon with friends in.
    Elizabeth in in the know! Did you get the blue and white ottomans she RECOMMENDED? Love the pillow.
    And the SHOES! They are fabulous!
    We are KINDRED spirits, I love blue and blue and white, and chocolate and cosy days at home.
    I am so excited that we are going to be meandering together along with Kim on Saturdays! Have a beautiful day!

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 5, 2022 at 7:21 am

      I’ll check out Paloma’s podcast right away! How fun would it be to sit down with you and Kim, over cocoa, at Maman and chat away an afternoon?! Happy weekend! xo

      Reply
  3. LA CONTESSA says

    February 5, 2022 at 7:51 am

    I NEeD TO SLIP MY FOOT INTO THOSe SHOES!I HAVE NEVER HEARD ABOUT HER LINE!
    THAT LITTLE WEDGE MAYNOT BE GOOD FOR ME BUT MAYBE WILL GIVE ME MORE SUPPORT?
    There is a COLOR THERE JUST CALLING MY NAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    SO HAPPY YOU FOUND THE PILLOWS!
    WHEN I SAW THE BLUE AND WHITE YOU POPPED INTO MY HEAD!
    ENJOY YOUR GIRLFRIENDS ON VALENTINES DAY!I MAY MAKE YOUR QUICHE FOR A FRIEND COMING BY NEXT WEEK!
    XXX

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 5, 2022 at 9:38 am

      Good morning, Contessa … yes, the Fireside House Shoe is all you. There is a tiny wedge, but it doesn’t feel like it when on the foot. My box from Cottage by Design was delivered and I’m about to open it up. So excited! Contessa knows best. xo

      Reply
  4. Mary Anne Russo says

    February 5, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    Cute SERIES! I read all three blogs and some great shares, thank you!

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 5, 2022 at 7:36 pm

      Thanks, Mary Anne … we’re excited about our new Saturday venture! xo

      Reply
  5. kim says

    February 5, 2022 at 9:27 pm

    Juliet , thank you for the Charish Podcast recommendation.. I love these kind of pocasts. I was hooked on Athena Calderone’s Just One Thing podcast for a bit. This sounds so good! I try and listen on my walks and while cooking. I love the Maman Cookbook and want to try the chocolate chip cookies. They just make everything beautiful right? I am enchanted by the Sarah Flint collection. Her site reminds me of the original Kate Spade. YOur slippers are lovely. Not nearly as schlumpy as my home footwear.. Maybe it’s time for an upgrade for me.. I am excited you got those heart pillows and can’t wait to see how you use them. Of course Contessa found them for you! This was a great post and I am so happy we are doing this together, xoxo

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    • Juliet says

      February 6, 2022 at 2:05 pm

      Hi Kim … yes! This is so much fun. I love your post this week … heck, I love all your posts all the time. I just added Athena Calderone’s podcast to my play list. Thank you. Hope you’re enjoying a wonderful weekend at your sweet, tiny cabin! xo

      Reply
  6. Mary Ann Pickett says

    February 6, 2022 at 5:07 pm

    SO much good stuff here, Juliet. You always have the best ideas and style. Thanks so much for the quiche recipe. I am pinning that.

    Now to take Chief for a walk and listen to the Chairish podcast! Sounds right up my alley.

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 10, 2022 at 11:01 am

      You’ll love the Chairish podcast, Mary Ann … and so will Chief (more walkies)!!! xo

      Reply
  7. Tammy says

    February 8, 2022 at 11:28 am

    JulieT, those heart pillows you featured are adorable. I love meandering and see what sparks your interests. Quiche for a ladies luncheon is perfect! I know you made it extra special for them.

    Reply
    • Juliet says

      February 10, 2022 at 10:47 am

      Tammy, the heart pillows are even cuter in person. I just love them! Hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day around your pretty table! xo

      Reply
  8. Marie says

    February 8, 2022 at 12:17 pm

    Great finds! I love to peruse the chairish site. and those shoes are divine.

    Reply

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