Category Archives: Tips & Tricks

Burritos, my way

Posted on May 12, 2011 by LiliBitting

I’ve noticed a pattern: most of my favorite “what can I make using only what’s in the fridge” meals are burritos! I really do think it’s the most versatile vessel – which is probably why I always keep tortillas in … Continue reading →

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Orchids in Bloom!

Posted on May 11, 2011 by LiliBitting

Last October, for my birthday, my friend Kate gave me a beautiful orchid that sustained its blooms all the way through February of this year! When the last bloom finally fell off I have to admit I was quite sad. … Continue reading →

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Super Easy Dinner – with a little help

Posted on April 6, 2011 by LiliBitting

I am a big believer that anyone can throw together a quick and healthy dinner in next to no time flat. Although, like everyone, some nights I simply lack the creativity and motivation to create a meal from nothing. Fortunately … Continue reading →

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Closet Upgrade

Posted on March 18, 2011 by LiliBitting

As I have mentioned before, my new/current apartment has great closets (for NYC): I have a clothes closet by my bathroom as well as a coat closet by the front door opposite a massive 3 door closet that is divided … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Breakfast

Posted on March 3, 2011 by LiliBitting

Looking back at Table’sUp it’s clear how much I love breakfast foods. Weekend brunch is one of my favorite things – although this is mostly to do with the leisurely pace of cooking and consumption! Beyond brunch on the weekends, … Continue reading →

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Weeknight Leftovers

Posted on February 16, 2011 by LiliBitting

With all of the entertaining I’ve been doing over the past few weeks I have been eating a lot of leftovers. Like most people who love food, I hate wasting it. I also get almost as much pride from inventive … Continue reading →

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Carmel Crack-Corn

Posted on February 15, 2011 by LiliBitting

As promised, my new-found obsession with making caramel corn has warranted it’s own post. The idea to start making caramel corn came from my friend Nancy who brought bags of her recipe when she came to visit back in September … Continue reading →

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Tips & Tricks: Superbowl Edition

Posted on February 10, 2011 by LiliBitting

I am really happy with how well the Superbowl party came together. Looking back, these are the 3 best tips & tricks to how I pulled it off: The first 2 tips are to improve your guest’s experience. I think … Continue reading →

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Dinner Party Planner

Posted on February 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

I’m currently getting ready to throw the biggest party (quantity of food wise) I have ever thrown – for the Super Bowl! Although this party is exceptional, for most of the dinners I throw I usually follow this timing. For … Continue reading →

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The many uses for Vogue

Posted on January 22, 2011 by LiliBitting

First I’ll say that I love magazines! I probably subscribe to too many, as I never have enough time to read them and they seem to constantly pile up. It turns out, almost without realizing it, I have started using … Continue reading →

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