And just like that, we find ourselves smack in the middle of summer! I adore this time of year, as things seem to simplify in some way, and yet it feels like there are endless opportunities. There's a relaxed bundant vibe everywhere and I love it!

I tend to simplify a bit in summer and try to make things easier than the rest of the year ... so I've curated some ideas to inspire these easy breezy days!

Wishing you a wonderful summer season!

xo,

Patti

Yes, I love mixing up a complex cocktail with many ingredients and a nuanced profile. But in summer? I'm looking for easy!

I love this cocktail because it's easy to change out ingredients (think gin or tequila in place of the vodka) or make it a mocktail!

Make the 3-Ingredient Blueberry Cocktail

I just recently returned from London and no trip there is complete without a visit to Liberty of London. In addition to their incredible prints, Liberty is also known for their exceptionally curated beauty department ... and they happen to have some incredible beauty resources and articles they publish as well! This read from Liberty has some incredible tips to help you tackle summer beauty woes!

My favorite is #11 AVOID SUNGLASS TRANSFER. I found this so , which was particularly useful as I  

Summer Beauty Tips from Liberty of London

I recently met Edy of Edy's Grocer, located in Greenpoint Brooklyn. He just published a new cookbook, Keep It Zesty and I was able to get a signed copy from him!

I am a cookbook connisuer and let me tell you ... this is one of the best cookbooks I've read in a very, very long time. Not only is there some fun and inspiring storytelling about Edy and his cultural celebrations, but the format is designed for fresh and easy cooking - which is perfect for summertime!

Buy Edy's Keep It Zesty Cookbook