No You Weren't Supposed To Put Bacon In The Peanut Brittle...

It did NOT taste good.

Back in November I posted about my love for all things bacon. I shared that I was dying to try the Sir Francis Bacon Peanut Brittle, and lucky me...Mrs. R brought some for me to sample this weekend.

In a nutshell, the experience was GROSS. It was too smokey and just not good at all. Another bacon dessert disappointment. Back to the drawing board I go.

However, I must share with all of you LA folk (or peeps planning to visit soon) that I may have found the best bacon at a restaurant ever. La Grande Orange in Santa Monica uses a date glaze over their bacon and it is glorious. Perfectly crisp with just a touch of sweetness.

So I continue on with my search for the best bacon dessert, I may have a long journey ahead, but I am willing to give it a go.

One dessert that I do not believe will disappoint at all is this Toasted Marshmallow Shake...

SERIOUSLY?? YUM!

Song Of The Week: Telephone

Yes, she's done it again. Just when you thought Lady Gaga, couldn't produce another rockin' hit, she gives us "Telephone", which totally kicks ass. The beat is super catchy and my favorite lyric is,

"...Cuz I'm out in the club and I'm sippin that bubb and you're not gonna reach my telephone!"

I absolutely heart Lady Gaga and she can do no wrong in my eyes. I couldn't find the actual "Telephone" music video, but this spoof or fan version gave me a good laugh this Monday afternoon. Enjoy!

Happy {Bestie} Weekend!

Woo-hoo! After a week of rain and gray I am ready to bid it adieu and welcome my bff Mrs. R back into LA! On the agenda for the weekend ahead, laughs, memories and some Cougar College Basketball. All in all it should be a fantastic one.

Hope you weekend is happy and full of sunshine!

Forever Frugal Friday

I am loving this simple black dress with a little bit of "flair" on the shoulders. Apparently embellished shoulders are all the rage right now (see here, here, here and here). And while I am not quite ready to tackle spikes or shoulder pads à la Rihanna, I do think that I could rock this dress and feel a little tough and edgy at the same time.

What do you think of embellished shoulders? Go for it or Pass?

Missing Your Mojo?

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The beginning of the new year always means everyone is back at the gym and you are fighting to use the next treadmill or elliptical. Twenty Ten is no different, except if you are having a hard time getting motivated or staying energized might I recommend you try a Clif Mojo Trail Mix Bar?

They are 70% organic and so tasty. I usually split the bar up between two days for that little pick me up in the afternoon around 3 PM. The Peanut Butter Pretzel is my favorite and totally keeps me on track for the gym after work. I have found that most "energy bars" tend to be dry, or tasteless and I have to force myself to eat them, whereas with the Mojo bar I have to tell myself half today, and half tomorrow because I could eat the whole thing in one setting.

A bar that tastes good, is well balanced and gives me my "mojo" back....yeah baby!

Word Up Wednesday

The weather in LA has been a bit dreary, and while I heart a good storm normally, being at the office is making me thaleepy....These little gems made me smile today, hoping they do the same for you!

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Perhaps not the most practical idea, but it is rather tempting...

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Good advice to remember...

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The absolute best feeling ever...

Red Carpet (Rain) Roundup ~ 2010 Golden Globes

The 2010 Golden Globes were this past Sunday and I have to be honest, I wasn't that impressed with much of the fashion. Below are the good, the bad and the really bad and ugly.

YBB Faves:

source unknown/Frazer Harrison/Steve Granitz (click on photos to make larger)

I was so happy to see Christina Aguilera looking so marvelous at the awards. Usually she is wearing too much makeup, or her hair is too blonde, or something just isn't right. Well on Sunday she got it all right! Her makeup was soft and the dress complimented her incredible post baby bod! The big winner Toni Collete dazzled in Elie Saab and has me seriously wanting to check out The United State of Tara as she beat out some pretty incredible fellow actresses. Lastly, that Heidi Klum is just so stunning, and her smile and love for her hubby Seal just radiates in her skin. I loved this dress as it was unique and the color was so pretty.

Stunning in Strapless:

Jason Merritt/Harrison/Merritt

All of these women looked smashing in their strapless gowns. Vera Farmiga's eyes looked so blue in contrast to her black mermaid gown. Her earrings were equally impressive as well. I adore that Christina Henrdricks so much as Joan on Mad Men, and although the color wasn't my favorite, I thought she looked "fierce" in her Christian Siriano gown. Her makeup and hair were perfection and she reminded me of an old school glamour star. I don't generally follow Glenn Close, but on Sunday she was striking and classic in her Oscar de la Renta sparkly gown. Totally age appropriate and it fit perfectly.

Didn't They Almost Have it All:

Merritt/Merritt/Steve Granitz

These ladies had almost everything working in their corner. Emily Blunt looked radiant next to her fifi John (who wouldn't really though) and her D&G dress was gorgeous, but her hair (yes I know it was raining) left much to be desired. Sandra Bullock was refreshing in bright violet and all smiles with her nomination (and win!) but her hair needed some help as well and the dress just wasn't 100%. I liked it but wanted a little less sheer and a little more fitted. Sweet Drew looked quite the lady (and winner) in her Atelier Versace dress but I wanted to rip that hip puff off and add just a little more color to the dress and it would have been just perfection.

Missed the Mark:

Harrison/Granitz/Merritt

I sadly had more selections of disappointments than good dresses this award show. However, I whittled down to these three looks. Lauren Graham had a good idea with the bold pink that flattered her dark hair, but the dress looked like a bad reject prom dress and I have to say I was a little shocked to find out it was Monique Lhuillier. I really like the premise and story behind Jennifer Morrison's dress (her boyfriend gave it to her for Christmas), but I just did not love this one. The color washed her out and the tiers made her look hippy and big. As for the usually impeccable Diane Krueger, I want to appreciate her taking a chance on a "different" style of dress but this was not a winning gamble. Her makeup and hair was equally gross and all I kept thinking was a horrible, horrible bridesmaid dress.

I wasn't blown away by the fashion at the Golden Globes but I am super excited for all the upcoming awards and am crossing my fingers that I will once again be "ooohed" and "ahhed" by the fashions to come. Who was your favorite? Whose dress did you hate? What award show are you most looking forward to?