Archive for November, 2009

Bottega Louie

Wow, Bottega Louie downtown is fantastic. It feels like an old world, New York/Italian style place. There’s a bakery and restaurant. Dave and I went the day after Thanksgiving. Of course downtown LA was not very busy on that day but lucky for us we parked right in front of Bottega Louie and had a […]


Star Self Portrait

Well since a couple of months ago when I had to cram to learn how to shoot a wedding, I started following Jasmine Star’s blog. She’s a super hard working, super duper wedding photog. She blogs every day and is a funny, honest writer. This is my self portrait that includes a star. Hopefully Jasmine […]


Girls Night Out

Dave & I taped “Girls Night Out” with Toney Pozek for GNAT-TV in Manchester, VT. I made four recipes from my book, “Sweet Things” in front of a live audience. Hot Chocolate, Granola, Pecan Sticky Buns and Savory Ricotta Tortes were enjoyed by the audience.  My sister Judy came along and helped with a ton of stuff.  The show […]


Budda’s Hand

Open hand. Got it from the BH farmer’s market today. Very fragrant. Wonder what I can make with it?


Didi’s Mommy & Daddy

It took me about 10 hours to sew these costumes! They were super comfortable (stretch velour)! I dyed Didi’s spots on the back with coffee. Latte, Cappucino, Americano and Espresso spots.