Quintessence with Stacey Bewkes and Susanna Salk, Lisette Voute, Dry January Mocktails and more on Weekend Meanderings.
WEEKEND MEANDERINGS
Good morning and a happy Saturday to you! It’s time for weekend meandering with Kim and Juliet, our weekly series where we share all of the things that piqued our interest and caught our eye over the past week.
Goodness, it seems as if we have been gone for months instead of just a few weeks. If you have taken a break too I hope that you enjoyed every minute. And if you are easing into the New Year take all the time that you need, there is no rush.
Today is the last of the 12 Days of Christmas, the Feast of the Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, it also happens to be my sisters birthday. This is a big celebration day for a lot of people. When we lived in VA our neighbors were from Spain and they always celebrated this day with copious amounts of hot chocolate and a Roscón de Reyes cake. I’ve never perfected this scrumptious yeast cake filled with cream but I keep trying.
What are your plans this weekend? We are headed out this morning to a horse and hound event. It is very chilly so I am not sure how long we are going to last outside but at least long enough to see the horses.
Aside from that we have no plans and that is fine by me, I am still in my nesting, vacation mode.
Ok, let’s get to it.
ONE TO FOLLOW~Lisette Voute
Lisette Voute is a new to me London based designer that creates traditional and classic rooms that feel cozy and welcoming. I can imagine myself in all of them with a book and a cup of tea.
Her timeless, yet fresh designs include vintage and antiques pieces alongside contemporary art, beautiful fabric, wallpaper and accessories. You can see more of her work in some of your favorite British magazines, Homes & Garden, The English Home and Vogue.
Or follow Lisette on Instagram and her website.
You-tube~ Quintessence with Stacey Bewkes and Susanna Salk.
Just in case you get tired of scrolling Instagram or Tik Tok there are lots of great Youtube channels where you can learn a craft, a language, how to cook or enjoy beautiful houses and gardens. Quintessessence is one of my favorites blogs, written by Stacey Bewkes. The Youtube channel is produced with author Susanna Salk and gives you a glimpse into beautiful houses around the world.
5 Favorite Mocktail Recipes for Dry January
Many people like to give their body a post holiday reset, they eliminate sugar, carbs, do clenses and juice fasting, as well as, quit drinking for Dry January. Although this is typically done the entire month of January apparently there is a trend on Tik-Tok to do just a week and supposedly you get the same benefits.
What are the benefits of dry January you ask? Better sleep, more energy, improved skin, weight loss, lower cholesterol and blood pressure and you can save money too.
If you are participating and taking a break this month here are a few Mocktails, that you might enjoy. For those not doing Dry January check out all of Juliets’ cocktails they are delicious!
1.Cinnamon-Spiced Orange & Thyme Mocktail
3.Sparkling cranberry lime mocktail.
LINKS TO READ+WATCH+LISTEN
An Introverts Wish for the New Year
Peleton joins forces with Tik Tok
Got Post-Holiday Blues? Here are 7 Things to Do Today To Feel Happy and Excited
If you like to cook seasonally here is a list of seasonal produce.
55 Sheetpan meals to make life a little easier.
Take a walk! There are more benefits that you know!
Make-up tips and tricks for mature women with gray hair.
Looking for a creative outlet this year? Check out these art classes from Jeanne Oliver.
Or these online French cooking classes.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT~THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG
Do you make New Years resolutions? Vision boards? Or reflection questions? I shared 25 reflection questions you might want to add to your list or write down in your journal.
This books, THE FIFTH AVENUE APARTMENT, was a favorite from Monday Musings.
Everyone wants to be healthy, not just at the New Year. Here are 10 tips to help you get and stay healthy for life. Remember friends, I am not a doctor so please consult with your physician before you try any of these suggestions.
Bridgerton fans, did you see the Williams Sonoma x Bridgerton collaboration? Cakes, cookies, chocolates, honey, linens, glasses and so much more for your next afternoon tea, or season 3 viewing party. I am partial to the picnic basket which is definitely a splurge.
Last but not least, Friday Favorites! Books, warm comforting recipes including stuffed spaghetti squash boats and individual apple crisp, interesting articles, beautiful interiors and lots! Oh, and this classic, cozy outfit.
UNTIL NEXT TIME
I hope that you enjoyed Quintessence with Stacey Bewkes and Susanna Salk, Lisette Voute, and the Dry January Mocktails on weekend meanderings.
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If you missed any of the previous Weekend Meandering posts you can find them all here.
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Hi Elizabeth happy new year!
Really like this post today and especially the mock tails! I’ve been doing that a lot with Pom juice, and it feels really healthy with seltzers and orange slices! These all look so good. Cutting drinking out except for once in a while has really been a good thing for both me and my husband and I. We were never big drinkers, but we really don’t miss it much and now just do it on occasion going out. We sleep so much better and feel better too.
Lizette’s style is really wonderful. I will have to go on a deep dive and I need to catch up on the videos of Susannah. Thank you for the little goals and questions! Such a smart way to start the year off!
I liked the home designer’s style and the sheet pan dinners look delicious. I will have to try one so I can cook everything at once. Happy weekend!
Brenda
Another great list of links to check out! Thanks!
Thank you! I hope that you have a wonderful day and week!
Happy New Year, Elizabeth! I really enjoyed spending time in Lisette’s Instagram. Her style is so colorful and streamlined … I’m very much drawn to it. Love Quintessence’s house tour videos … and the interviews are always fun and fascinating. Those mocktails are incredibly beautiful … and no doubt delicious. Cheers to 2024! xo