14 January, 2014

Siena Tavern

I stumbled across a small review of Siena Tavern last spring, only a few weeks after it had opened. The menu looked heavenly and I insisted on trying it out a week later. I haven't been able to stop returning every few months since!

Siena Tavern was dreamed up by Fabio Viviani (initially of Top Chef fame). The menu is Italian, with a focus on homemade and local ingredients. The restaurant interior is slightly modern but extremely inviting, with low lighting and warm brown tones. 

Let's start with drinks, shall we? 


Siena Tavern keeps it simple with numbered cocktails. Number one and two are seen above, and are delectable.

Start with an appetizer for the table, like the amazing coccoli-crispy dough, stracchino cheese, and prosciutto drizzled with truffle honey.



The salads are beautifully presented. As far as entrees go, the pasta dishes are decadent without being a glutinous portion. The pizzas are delicious, and split well for the table. 

Truffle mushroom

Wild boar

 And whatever you do, make sure you leave room for dessert. May I strongly suggest the tiramisu, as well as sampling the house made gelatos? 



I recommend sharing everything (both here and everywhere you dine, seriously who doesn't love trying several new things?) 

You most definitely will need reservations, and I'd recommend making them at least a week in advance. Give them a call or use the app 'Open Table' to make your reservation. Check Siena Tavern out and salivate over the menu here.

Let me know what you think, and more importantly, if you want some company : )

11 January, 2014

Golden Globes Fitness Game!

It's the Golden Globes this Sunday! I cannot decide if I am more excited for Tina Fey and Amy Poehler to host, to watch and judge the red carpet coverage beforehand, or for what my favorite celebs will say (cough, Jennifer Lawrence, cough).

Last year for the show, my roommate and I used our love of games and our determination for heathy choices to create a Golden Globes fitness game. The rules are simple: for each of the following events, perform the corresponding fitness move. Play consistently throughout the show or tally the occurrences and "catch up" with the accumulated moves all at once. Whatever you do, it'll beat sitting on the couch for a solid three hours watching TV!


The Golden Globes Fitness Game

1. Classic Tina and Amy hosting "moment"…..15 jumping jacks

2. Awkward celeb moment occurs….…..15 crunches

3. A winner thanks God or their spouse…..5 push ups

4.  Speech runs long…..10 lunges (5 right, 5 left)

5. Witness a boozy moment…..30 arm circles (15 forward, 15 back)


09 January, 2014

You Know You Love Me….XOXO Gossip Girl

Thanks to an extended 'winter break' from work and the recent renewal of my Netflix account, I've been indulging in one of my favorite guilty pleasure shows, "Gossip Girl". I've been skipping around between the seasons and just sat down to watch the pilot episode. It really struck me that something which aired over six years ago can still feel extremely fashion forward and inspiring. I thought it would be fun to spotlight some of my favorite looks from the episode!