LITTLE MISS PIGGY (CANDY)

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: OY!

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I went to this delicious restaurant called MARCHE in Los Angeles, and had an appetizer called "Pig Candy" -- granted, not the most appetizing name for a dish, but we tried it. And it was delicious. 

I have altered the dish, replacing the bacon with turkey bacon-- and the integrity was NOT lost.

This recipe is perfect as a little snack to have with some red wine (always a must!), as an appetizer, or along with a cheese plate.

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• Turkey Bacon (I used 5 slices) -- obviously, you can use regular bacon... or veggie bacon?
• 2 tablespoons of Brown Sugar
• Dash of Cayenne Pepper

Cut your bacon into bite-size pieces. Spray your pan with some olive oil and add the meat on medium heat, for a nice even cook. 

One the bacon starts getting crispy, sprinkle the brown sugar in the pan, and the dash or two  of cayenne pepper-- be aware: the cayenne pepper is STRONG, so take it easy!

Let the sugar coat the bacon, created an almost jerky-like texture. Remove from the heat, and serve!

FASHION WEEK TO WORK WEEK - LONG LIVE THE MCQUEEN

For his post-mortem final show in Paris, Alexander McQueen's show was nothing short of fabulous. 

The runway featured Dark Ages inspired garb, and a fantastical collection of embellished platformed shoes.

Get the new Christian Louboutin embellished platforms HERE at Barneys.

ECO CHIC IN THE KITCH (VEGAN COOKIES)

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: OY!

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It's never too difficult to be environmentally friendly, and with the help of Priscilla Woolworth, granddaughter of the famed Woolworth brand, we are taking eco-chic to a whole new level!

Priscilla opened an online general store that sells environmentally friendly products for your kitchen and home.

In the spirit of healthy, organic living, I have made some of my FAVORITE VEGAN COOKIES using Priscilla's 100% Recycled Aluminum Foil. 

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• 2 cups of whole wheat flour 
• 1/2 cup of rolled oats
• 1 cup of organic brown sugar
• Sprinkle of cinnamon

• 1/4 cup of butter/margarine alternative
• 1/4 cup or water
• teaspoon of baking soda

• 1 handful of vegan carob chips OR an assortment of nuts and raisins

 Mix the top group of dry ingredients in a large bowl. 

In a smaller bowl, microwave or heat the butter substitute until melted and mix in the water and baking soda. Make sure this is fully mixed. 

Add the wet ingredients to the dry, and knead with your hands thoroughly. 

Once the dough is room temperature (not hot as to melt the chips) add in the carob chips and/or nuts.

The cookies may seem a little dry, if so, add a teaspoon of water and knead in. 

On a tray lined with 100% Recycled Aluminum Foil, lightly sprayed with olive oil, place the cookies (flattened) onto the tray and bake for 15-18 minutes on 375.

Enjoy!

How to Plate: On a nice tray with a large cold glass of Soy Milk :)

FIND MORE FABULOUS ECO-PRODUCTS AT http://www.priscillawoolworth.com/

FASHION WEEK TO WORK WEEK - HERE COMES SPRING!

All Over Print was seen all over the Miu Miu Spring 2010 RTW collection in Paris last October.

 Get the print pump look with Giuseppi Zanotti ($595) // Louboutin ($845) // BCBGeneration ($75)

DAILY HEEL WATCH

Sorry for the break in recipes-- I was out last week doing some Stand Up in LA.

I will be back tomorrow with some new amazing meals!

In the meantime, simply adore these Balenciagas from Paris Fashion Week for Fall 2010.

FASHION WEEK TO WORK WEEK

Dries Van Noten Fall 2010 Ready to Wear (Paris last week!) featured some fabulous alligator pumps with beaded and embroidered detail on the toe. The juxtaposition of the rough and rugged with the glamorous is a great concept to bring into your wardrobe.

At Home: Go with an EMBOSSED LEATHER HEEL... embellished with a VINTAGE SHOE CLIP!

Heels here:

http://www.zappos.com/enzo-angiolini-purple-light-grey-croc

http://www.zappos.com/romantic-soles-hills-black-croco

http://www.zappos.com/promiscuous-animalistic-brown-croc-w-giraffe

(Shoe Clips here: Absolutely Audrey and Great Vintage Jewelry)