Orange is The New Black – Season 2 Starts Friday!

Orange is The New Black – Season 2 Starts Friday!

I LOVED orange is the New Black and binge watched it last year when it was released on Netflix. Last night I went to the TIFF Bell Lightbox to watch the first TWO episodes of Season 2. I won’t say anything but you’re gonna love it. Thanks Netflix for the invite to watch with my partner in crime!

Orange is the New Black – Season 2

The full season is released on Netflix Friday. Get your orange jumpsuit ready, cause Chapman, Crazy Eyes, and the whole gang are BACK!

 

 

 

Grillin’ Up Some Brekky w/ My Homies

Sasha, Garret, and I make a mean Saturday morning brekky. We grilled some steaks and asparagus wrapped in bacon, made french toast, and eggs in a hole. It was delicious!

Since we filmed I’ve used my little Griddler quite a bit. Before spring arrived with BBQ season I was grilling chicken breasts, cooking steak, sausages, and more. It goes up to 500 degrees so it fully cooks your food and FAST!

That’s a wrap on our 4 part video series, thank god!

There is Such a Thing as Too Much Nature

There is Such a Thing as Too Much Nature

And I discovered it it this weekend. Once again, I was attached by bugs. One little jerk even bit me on the eyelid and not it looks like somebody socked me one in the face.

We had a relaxing time at the cottage with Sean’s parents, great dinners, and lovely weather. Next weekend is Field Trip so I’ll be staying in the city. Mum just informed me that if you take lots of B12 they won’t bite. Good thing I know that now for the rest of the summer!

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I’m really behind on blogging but it was SO NICE OUT this weekend I couldn’t bring myself to stay inside and do work. I’ve got a bunch of things to share this week! Stay tuned 🙂

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BBQ: The Perfect Red for Your Steak Dinner

Last week I was sent a bottle of Concha y Toro’s Winemaker’s Lot 148 Carmenère Blend.

Last week I was sent a bottle of Concha y Toro’s Winemaker’s Lot 148 Carmenère Blend. It’s always a great surprise getting alcohol deliveries at the office! This Carmenère Blend is a full bodied red, perfect for summer BBQs. I decided to save it for the weekend where we paired it with steak, potatoes, salad and corn on the cob. It’s got warm earth, fig and black cherry notes pair so paired with a juicy steak is a match made in heaven.

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Throughout its 130-year history, Concha y Toro has worked to produce superior quality wines that represent the diverse and distinctive origins of Chile. Today the winery and its award-winning wines have become a global benchmark in terms of quality.

Exclusive to Canadian market, the Winemaker’s Lot 148 Carmenère Blend retails for $18.95 at LCBO stores across Ontario. I recommend it as a great host gift for your summer bbq. Especially if the host is you, ha!

Thanks to Becky at selectwines.ca for the lovely gift. 

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Win Passes to @FieldTrip 2014 w/ @ArtsandCrafts!

Win Passes to @FieldTrip 2014 w/ @ArtsandCrafts!

I went last year. It was awesome. I’m giving away two weekend passes from the peeps at Arts & Crafts + Field Trip and I would LOVE to see you there. They were awesome to hook me up with a pair of passes too, so when you win we can jam together. There are so many great bands! See below to win passes.

Travel and accommodations not included. Open to all ages. Bring your kids, your mom, your grandpa, it’s fun for the whole family. Raise your hands and CHEER because summer is finally HERE! Contest closes Saturday and winner will be notified by email.

Thanks & love ya, 

<3 CASIE

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But There Are 365 Days of the Year, Honey!

But There Are 365 Days of the Year, Honey!

I have this coffee shop that I regularly pass by on my way to work where the regulars always comment on my shoes. They don’t know anything about me except that I work in the area, so, they nicknamed me ‘Shoes’. One husband said he doesn’t understand why his wife has SO MANY shoes, “she only has two feet!” he said. I was quick witted in my reply,  “but there are 365 days of the year, honey!’. Laughter ensued a the table and throughout the shop.  I left with a smile from ear to ear.

Shoeme.ca recently asked me to be an Ambassador and offered me a $150 gift card for the site. In my first visit I was pretty impressed with the prices and selection. I’m all about cute flats for summer so I was stoked to see Keds and Converse. I picked out these two pairs of Keds (as seen on Taylor Swift) and a cute pair of Hush Puppies all for my $150 (shipping included).

If you’ve not visited the site you might be offered a discount I’m looking at these leather sandals and these white Converse – Dainty knowing I really do not need them, but… What is it about shoes that makes us feel this way?

I was wearing these lovely little red & white guys on my birthday in Trinity Bellwoods the other day. Don’t mind that my shoes are a little dirty. I wore them before I had time to take their photo.

I love a little summer dress and cute, yet comfortable shoes. Apparently so does she.

Lemme tell ya, I feel like Taylor Swift in my new Keds. BTW her campaign is really cute.  🙂

<3 CASIE