Movie-Album-Food

A movie, an album and food that should be experienced simultaneously. Inspired by this.


Forrest Gump - Crosby Stills and Nash (self-titled) - Shrimp Ceviche

Haha, and you thought I was going to pick a box of chocolates.

COUNTDOWN: T-1 hour!

The BQE by Sufjan Stevens

Some great news has been brought to my attention! Sufjan Stevens' The BQE is finally being released to CD and DVD October 20th, 2009- two years after its debut. The BQE is a project that includes an original film, small orchestral score, and hoola dancers... an overall "symphonic and cinematic exploration of New York City's infamous Brooklyn-Queens Expressway." Stevens used the negative sentiments caused by this NY expressway, and turned them into various forms of art. I'd love to work on a project like this someday. Here is the trailer, even though it tells nothing of what the film will entail.

Girl Scout Cookies ALL YEAR ROUND!

No more waiting for those cute little girls in green uniforms to come to your door! I've recently had some intense cravings for SAMOAS, my absolute favorite Girl Scout Cookie. I had to know if it was possible to make them at home. I discovered that kottke.org has recipes for all the best Girl Scout cookies including SAMOAS! Wish me luck as I attempt to make them.

If you need me...

I'll be at San Francisco's Outside Lands Festival. Shout out to Jambase.com for sponsoring me on this endeavor!

Topaz favs

1. Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush in Temping Beige- Allows you to build your own color, from subtle to dramatic.

2. Alba Botanica Cocoa Butter Shampoo/Conditioner- Smells amazing and hydrates your hair like no other product.

3. Sally Hansen Full and Radiant Lip Definer- Won't dry out your lips like most chapsticks or lip glosses. Doesn't everyone want to stay smooth and kissable?

4. i.d. bareMinerals Foundation in Medium Tan- This powder is light in weight but gives great coverage.

Flower Matches

A more fiery take on "He loves me. He loves me not..." I'd like them even more if they came in different floral scents!

Alex Monroe Feathered Jewelry

I adore this feathered collection by Alex Monroe...

Movie-Album-Food

Film, music and cuisine that should be experienced simultaneously. Inspired by this blog.


I bambini ci guardano (The Children Are Watching Us) - Tutto Fabrizio de Andre - Spaghetti alla carbonara

Countdown: ONE WEEK.

Chanel Pre-Fall 2009

Chanel's Pre-Fall 2009 collection exhibits huge headdresses, long elegant coats and fur-lined boots... all Russian inspired. When I look at this collection I see Russian royalty dressed for a cold front. I don't particularly care for the glossy, baggy pants, but I love the daring head pieces and bold reds. (Of course!) Click here to see the full collection.



BTW have you seen this uber-sultry commercial for Chanel No.5, starring Audrey Tautou?


And how adorable is this Russian doll handbag by Christian Louboutin??

Red Poppy Art House

Last night I attended a performance at the Red Poppy Art House in the Mission District. I appreciate this venue for welcoming artists of all kinds. Last night's gig was a music performance, but The Red Poppy House holds art exhibitions, various hands-on workshops, lectures, and film nights... all while being only 650 square feet! Concerts at The Red Poppy House provide the audience with a unique level of intimacy with the performer. But I recommend arriving early because the limited number of seats fill up very quickly. This time I was lucky enough to lounge on the plush bay window seat in the back. Next time you're in the Mission District, check out this San Francisco highlight.