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Sparkle & Shine

December 1, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
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In theory I love sequins, tulle, extra large bows, and all things girly.  In reality when I try to pull of sequins, tulle, or extra large bows I feel, well, not at all like myself.  So when I spied this black and gold sequin skirt from Milly I immediately knew two things; I had to have it and if I was going to do sequins I had to do them my way.  My way means down playing the sequin skirt with an everyday cashmere sweater and not over-doing it on the accessories.  So if you’ve been hesitating on pulling the sequin skirt trigger (there’s more options than ever to choose from) I say go for it and just make it your own!  Truly, MKR

Photography, Kathryn McCrary

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…AS PICTURED...Sweater, Calypso St. Barth c/o (40% off today!)  ||  Skirt, Milly via Piperlime (30% off with Cyber Monday Sale)  ||  Shoes, Tory Burch (old but the leopard version is still available and I love these which are on sale for Cyber Monday)  ||  Purse, Chanel  ||  Sunnies, Warby Parker c/o  ||  Avis Crescent Necklace, Moon & Lola c/o  ||  Acorn Ring, Julie Vos (On MAJOR sale!)

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Golden Walnut Rum Cake

July 14, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Desserts

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When I escaped to the Bahamas a few months back I was introduced to rum cake.  Topped with walnuts, pineapple, or coconut, rum cake is the most delicious of desserts originally descended from holiday puddings, but can now be found every day of the week all throughout the Caribbean.  And just like my beloved Sky Juice, rum cake was something I knew once State side I had to make my own.  And make it my own I did.  By sticking with the traditional golden walnut topping and using Wilton Brand’s gorgeous Belle Pan and their Bake Easy non stick baking spray (my go-to non stick spray) I was able to create a rum cake that looked as good as it tastes.  And how adorable would these rum cakes be in the mini version?!  Enjoy!  truly, MKR

*Photography, Kathryn McCrary Photography

Walnut Rum Cake
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Ingredients
  1. 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
  2. 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  3. 1/4 cup cornstarch
  4. 1 package of instant vanilla pudding
  5. 4 teaspoons baking powder
  6. 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  7. 1/2 cup room temperature unsalted butter
  8. 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  9. 1/2 cup sunflower or vegetable oil
  10. 4 eggs
  11. 3/4 cup whole milk
  12. 1/2 cup dark rum
  13. 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For the Rum Glaze
  1. 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  2. 1 cup granulated sugar
  3. 1/4 cup water
  4. 1/2 cup dark rum
Instructions
  1. For the Cake...
  2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  3. Grease a standard Bundt pan (if your bundt pan is larger than 10 cups you may need to double recipe). I find the best way to grease a bundt pan is with organic vegetable shortening and then spray with Wilton Bake Easy non stick spray.
  4. Cover the bottom of the pan with the chopped walnuts; set aside.
  5. In a medium/large bowl whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, pudding, and salt; set aside.
  6. In an electric mixer on medium speed, mix the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the flour mixture and mix on medium-low speed for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add the eggs, one at a time, milk, rum, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until thoroughly combined, about 2 to 3 minutes, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
  8. Pour the cake batter into the prepared Bundt pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. If you're using a larger bundt can increase the time and cover the bottom with tin foil half way through baking.
  9. Allow the cake to COMPLETELY cool before removing it from the pan. For removing shake the pan just a tad to loosen the sides. Place a cake plate on the bottom of the bundt pan and in one swift movement flip the cake right side up. Remove bundt pan gently.
  10. Pour the rum glaze over entire cake right before serving.
  11. For the Rum Glaze...
  12. In a saucepan, combine butter, 1/4 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat and continue to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  13. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup rum.
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*This post was sponsored by Wilton Brands.  Opinions, recipe, and love of Wilton Brands 100% my own.

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All Black Everything + A Zac Zac Posen Giveaway

December 8, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
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When I was in New York this past September I had the pleasure of spending the afternoon at Zac Posen’s atelier.  Gowns were being hand sewn with the outmost attention to detail, Bergdorff Goodman was holding court at a massive table talking spring, bags were hung as far as the eye could see, Olivia Palermo was trying on looks in preparation for an event, and between the rows and rows of organza and silk there I was taking it all in.  It was nothing short of magical.  And while I didn’t walk out of their with a gown of my own that day I did walk out of their swooning over the line of new ZAC Zac Posen bags that were about to hit the stores.   

You know I love all of Zac’s bags (last seen HERE and HERE), but the Eartha Envelope has quickly become one of my absolute favorites (last seen HERE).  It comes in just about every color of the rainbow and best of all it’s an investment piece that isn’t the most insane of investments.  And to show you just how much we love it (and you of course) we’ve teamed up with our friends at ZAC Zac Posen to gift one lucky reader with an Eartha Envelope of their very own!  You’ll find all the details below and entering is as easy as every, really the only hard part will be deciding which color to choose if you win!  Good luck Loves!  Truly, MKR

 *Photography, Kathryn McCrary

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…AS PICTURED…Blazer, Thyskens Theory (old, similar HERE)  ||  Tank, Shopbop (old, similar HERE)  ||  Jeans, Paige Denim c/o  ||  Boots, Madewell  ||  Necklace, J.Crew (on MAJOR sale)  ||  Sunnies, Reds  ||  Purse, Zac Zac Posen c/0

 

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