Friday, December 16, 2011

FRIDAY FOOD AND FAVORITES: RED VELVET

I never really knew about red velvet cupcakes until one of my recent trips to Miami to visit my daughter after she got married. We shared this decadent dessert in a quaint cafe, and it became 'our special treat'.

Of course I had heard of them! But I never truly experienced the rich texture, flavor and color of them, mostly because I try to avoid white flour as much as possible, and cupcakes, unfortunately, are not a part of my normal menu. 

BUT, occasionally sharing special treats with loved ones at special moments is definitely a MUST that should never ever be given up! I'm planning on making these for this coming week to celebrate my daughter and son in law coming to visit for Chanukah!

RED VELVET CUPCAKES
Click Here for  Recipe
Since part of the appeal of this treat is that it's so pretty, I couldn't resist posting another gorgeous variation:
RED VELVET CREPES 
(CLICK FOR RECIPE)


Vibrant red is the perfect partner to black and white. Add a touch of gold and you have a dreamy combo.
Here are some of my favorites for this week:
YSL Rouge Volupte Perle Lipstick

Croft and Barrow Velvet Thinsulate Gloves
Colorblock Pencil Skirt
I'm looking forward to trying out the yet to be released Dolce and Gabbana Velvet Series perfumes...
...but until then we can treat ourselves to this:
Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Toilette

Gold Mirror (Only $250!)
Tory Burch Logo Flats
And now some Zac Posen Pre-Fall 2012 Glamour:

Finally...this week I am grateful for my amazing son who brings the gift of his most beautiful music into the house as soon as he walks in!

Have a fabulous weekend!!
xo
             Sharon

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14 comments:

  1. Made in heavenDecember 16, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I want it all... :))

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  2. Jersey BlogessDecember 16, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    The chuncky side of me came out when I saw those cup-cakes -yummmm - and I want the D&G perfume - I am perfume freak!!! Dont believe me, just go look - http://www.jerseyblogess.com/2011/11/sugar-spice-everything-nice.html

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  3. AnonymousDecember 16, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    beautiful color, i love red velvet cupcakes

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  4. UnknownDecember 16, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    ah, red velvet cupcakes are the TOPS! Hands down favorite dessert. My mouth is actually watering.

    Hope you have a beautiful weekend Sharon!
    C

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  5. LauraDecember 16, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Great post, I love red at this time of year - so festive!

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  6. Oksana @ Order MattersDecember 16, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Wow, stunning combos. That Zac Posen dress is so detailed, truly a work of art.
    Enjoy your shabbos.

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  7. Julie (Little Pink Rain Boots)December 17, 2011 at 3:24 AM

    I absolutely adore the color red and want everything you posted. Oh, the red velvet cupcakes look divine.

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  8. The enchanted homeDecember 17, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Never met a cupcake I didn't love and love red velvet!! Beautiful post, love the pencil skirt and that fabulous gold mirror!!

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  9. Acquired ObjectsDecember 17, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    I have to be honest I've never had red velvet cake. Like you I've heard of it but never tried. Now those crepes I could dive right into weaaring that fabulous red dress of course...;)

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  10. nycstylelittlecannoliDecember 17, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    fun post Sharon! the obsession with red velvet is not going away...I just purchased a red velvet flavoring from lorann oils to make everything like my biscotti have the color and flavor! Cannot wait to try it soon!
    Hope your December is going well, the time is flying by!!!

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  11. Haus of StyleDecember 17, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    LOVE red velvet too!
    I am hosting a giveaway, would love if you stop by can check it out ;)

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  12. KacratesDecember 17, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Wow I love the sea of reds!

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  13. Rock 'n StyleDecember 17, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    This is really inspiring, love posts like this!


    Love,

    Rock 'n Style
    http://www.rocknstyleblog.blogspot.com
    http://twitter.com/RocknStyle

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  14. Tamar EpsteinDecember 18, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    those cupcakes look heaven!! love ure blog!!!

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