Author: Liz

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Pizza at Oratamin

Putting the new pizza oven at Oratamin to good use. And a beautiful sunset to boot. Related posts: A Picnic at Oratamin Iron Pizza Chef, Battle IX Pizza at Cassie’s in Orangeburg Pizza on the Grill at Oratamin

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Saturday around Town

It’s the Great Nyack Get-Together and then a lazy Saturday on the porch. You can feel summer ending, though. On a ride at the Great Nyack Get-Together. Mia, Sonja and Sam leading Lewis around. Pizza from Hudson Oven. Delicious! A […]

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Tarry Lodge in Port Chester

Tarry Lodge in Port Chester, one of the best Italian restaurants around, is closing for renovations. So we had to get over there for a meal before it closed. So glad we did. Carbonara was so rich and delicious. A […]

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Lewis Swims!

The pool was officially closed and we were about to drain it, so we thought: let’s see how Lewis does in the pool. Turns out, pretty well! Related posts: Photos from an Afternoon at the Pool Hot Dog Supper at […]

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Amagansett: Saturday at the Beach

A rainy day. So we set about a puzzle, go out to lunch, have cocktails and, in the end, go crazy with a Dance Party USA. That’s how you do rainy at the beach. Blue margaritas. This was a lobster […]

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Amagansett: Sunday at the Beach

Just a few photos of the gorgeous beach day we had Sunday at Ocean Colony. So happy! Good morning! The convenient unit we had over the summer, right by the beach.a All the essentials: Euchre, a puzzle, Scrabble and Vrac. […]

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Sunday around Town

Some success with the pizza oven at Oratamin! + a couple of Lewis pics from the porch. Related posts: A Lazy Sunday and a Walk A Lazy Sunday with Croissants and Sound of Music Sunday Evening Supper at Oratamin The […]

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Amagansett: A Girls’ Weekend

A weekend at the beach with the girls. We get started with a trip out along the LIE, and end with wine on the beach. Ya-PHANK? The Deuce. A nice unit! The beach. The girls! Cocktailing. Sunset. Too many phones. […]

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First Day of Third Grade

Congrats, Sammy! First day of third grade. Related posts: First Grade Concert First Day of School: First Grade Last Concert of the Season Random Wednesday Morning

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Cornetta’s in Piermont

A lunch at Cornetta’s with the family. It’s super hot. We cover our heads in napkins. Lobster salad. Related posts: Dinner at o lar in Piermont Annual Selfie: On the Rail Trail to Piermont o lar in Piermont Supper at […]

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Horse Show at Silver Rock

At the end of the week of horse camp at Silver Rock Farm, the kids put on a show: a horse wedding! Sam, riding Mulan, was part of the procession. Boy are we proud. Related posts: Hostas and Spanish Bluebells […]

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Art Cafe Breakfast

A day off from camp? A trip to Art Cafe. Related posts: Breakfast at Art Cafe Breakfast at the Art Cafe Art Cafe Breakfast Breakfast at the Art Cafe

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A Summer Day on the Porch

A fort, and a cutie-pie. Related posts: Porch Flowers 2014: Shopping at Rosedale with Sam The Porch Season Has Begun! Horsing Around on the Porch Boo and Sam on the Porch

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The Pizza Oven Burns!

After a summer of fits-and-starts, we finally cure the pizza oven at Oratamin. Soon enough, pizzas for all! Related posts: Warning! This Pyrex Dish Shattered in the Oven New Year’s Eve 2016-2017 Iron Pizza Chef: Pizza Night in America How […]

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Poolside Cocktail

Just the perfect shot of a girl doing a handstand, and the gin and tonic next to me! Also, a nice bin of ingredients for tonight’s dinner! Related posts: Christmas Cocktail: Perfect Parallel Five Cocktail Recipes for a Chilly Night […]

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Amazing Grace Circus

A trip to the Amazing Grace Circus — our first time. We really enjoyed. Related posts: Samantha Grace At the Circus with Samantha Big Apple Circus and Central Park Circus, Circus

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Breakfast at Strawberry Place

A massive breakfast for Sam! Fruit, pancakes, whipped cream. Happy girl. Couple car selfies. Related posts: Breakfast at Art Cafe Breakfast at the Art Cafe Apricots for Breakfast Breakfast in Pigtails

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Ladies Night at Oratamin

It was an early night for me this year, but another great set-up for one of my favorite nights of summer. Related posts: Ladies Night at Oratamin Ladies Night at Oratamin Friday Night at the Farm: Frittata, Blue on Blue […]

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Supper at The Ranch

Nope. No food here! Just a bunch of (bad) family photos. This photo is notable, however, for the rare sighting of Samantha in a dress. Related posts: Supper in the Garden at The Ranch Supper at the Ranch Supper at […]

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Flora Bar in Manhattan

One of our favorite spots on the Upper East. Seriously, Flora Bar does not disappoint. Foie gras terrine. Just divine. The purple endive salad. It’s a classic, already, and is lovely. Tuna, with, I believe (it’s been a while) Romesco […]

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Farmers Market, and a Run with Lewis

Few photos from the day. First, when you have had surgery, and you don’t want to carry bags at the farmers market, getting a cart is a good idea. Until you end up filling it to the brim with delicious […]

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Brunch at Hudson House

A nice walk with Lewis downtown, with a stop for brunch at HH! Crabcake: Cobb salad: And a burger, of course. Fun drawing, too. Related posts: Dinner at Hudson House in Nyack To Hudson House, for Happy Hour Sunday Brunch […]

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Lewis, You Are Too Cute

A trio of photos of Lew Lew hangin on the porch. Those ears! Related posts: Cute Sam Cute Clothes at Buttercup & Friends Cute Shirt Couple Cute Things About Sam

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Pizza Oven at Oratamin

The pizza oven is getting close! Related posts: Grilling Pizza on a Stone A Picnic at Oratamin Pizza on the Grill at Oratamin Iron Pizza Chef: Pizza Night in America

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Dinner at Oratamin

A day of fun in the sun. On our way to O Club! Relaxing by the pool. Dinner with Joe and Suzie! Grilled swordfish! Related posts: Oratamin Supper Oratamin Winter Social Ladies Night at Oratamin Oratamin Winter Social

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Fun in Amagansett

It never gets old. Related posts: Day Three Beach Photos: Amagansett! Photos from Day One of the Beach: Amagansett! Day Two Beach Photos: Amagansett! Amagansett, Day 1

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Rainy Day in Amagansett

Even in the rain, a day at the beach is still a day at the beach. We begin with lobster rolls and day drinking. Catherine is martini bold. Fried clams. Trey is telling a good story, no doubt. Lobster roll! […]

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Holy Roller in Austin

Laid-back vibe, 70s decor, great food. What’s not to like? Oh, and add the fact that the restaurant is run by women, and you’ve got yourself a real winner. On the website, they say they are “inspired by the spirit […]

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Mayfield Park in Austin

A nature preserve with a historic home — plus walking trails and roving peacocks. A lovely spot for an afternoon with the cousins. Cousins in an arch. And on a walk. And when we came back, we were treated to […]

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Easy Tiger in Austin

We lunched at adorable cafe-bakery-coffee-craft beer combo, complete with a beer garden and games, like foozball and Uno. Hello, cousins! Fabulous bratwurst with homemade sauerkraut. Delicious. Sam had — wait for it — a pretzel. At least she was finally […]