What I Ate: Montesacro Pinseria-Enoteca

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Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Montesacro, is a killer spot in San Francisco’s mid-market area and I just had a chance to preview their menu.

From the Pinsa to the Panzanella salad Montesacro is a gem and a MUST anytime you are around the Twitter building or feeling lazy and just want to order it on Caviar.

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Tagliere Misto

Selection of Cured Meats and Cheeses.

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Tonno e Fagioli

Tuna, Borlotti Beans, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Capers

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

The Tagliere Misto one more time!

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Panzanella

Heirloom Tomato, Crouton, Red Onion, Capers, Cucumber

One of the latest additions to the Montesacro menu and one of my personal favorites. Go just for the magic croutons!

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Now, let’s talk Pinsa!

Pinsa is a flatbread that was once prepared by peasants living outside the imperial walls during the Roman empire. Montesacro is the first “Pinseria” in the United States.

It presents a modern take on Pinsa that is made with a blend of rice, soy and wheat flour imported directly from Rome, All GMO-free. It is low-fat, low-calorie and easy to digest.

AMAZING

The first Pinsa we dug into (above) featured an egg and I am a firm believer that all Pinsa’s should feature an egg!

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

The Maranella Pinsa

Stracciatella di Burrata, Broccolini, Spicy Pork Sausage

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

Photos by Garry Alexander

Montesacro - Roman Pinseria-Enoteca - Mid Market

 

A White Dress for Summer

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White Dress for SummerA perfect white dress is among many of my summer staples.

It’s my go-to staple that’s as fit for a cocktail party as it is for a weekend at the beach. Whether you are replacing an old favorite or need inspiration for a totally new twist you need summer white dress.

And at less than $2o for this dress, you won’t shed a tear when you get makeup on the neckline (like I did) or spill red wine all over it (like I probably will).
White Dress for Summer

For this look, I layered a Lucy cardigan over my white sleeveless dress

(even though I probably didn’t need it in the CRAZY Arizona heat)

White Dress for Summer

White Dress for Summer

White Dress for Summer

White Dress for Summer

White Dress for Summer

Will you be wearing white this summer?

White Dress for Summer

What I Wore:

Dress: Zaful, High Low Round Neck Sleeveless Dress

Cardigan: Lucy (c/o), Destination Anywhere Long Wrap

Shoes: Shellys London (c/o), Fiona. Last seen here in khaki.

Clutch: Claire V, Foldover Clutch

Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy. Last seen on The Real Real here.

Lips: Lancôme, Juicy Shaker (Berry In Love)

Background: The Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia

Durant & Booth – Napa Valley’s Latest Tasting Room

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A visit to the Napa Valley is always a treat for me. It never gets old and is always exciting…

Especially when I get to experience a new tasting room!

Let me introduce you to all things Durant & Booth: a breathtaking tasting room mixed with interesting wines and an amazing team.

The team at Durant & Booth has cultivated lasting friendships with local grape growers and winemakers to offer uncommon, limited-production wines sourced from Napa and Sonoma Valley’s finest appellations and vineyards. While my wine tasting skills are not anything to brag about I did enjoy the wines, especially the Cuvée!

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Recognize this building?

That is probably because it is next to the historic Oakville Grocery!

(also known as the best spot to stop while wine tasting for delicious snacks)

So in between snack time at the Oakville Grocery store, considered the oldest continuously operating grocery store in the State of California…

and looking for the bathroom (on the other side of the building) you can hit up Durant & Booth.

The tasting room’s namesakes, Frederick Durant and Joseph Booth, were Napa Valley pioneers who brought the best of the region to locals and visitors alike. Over 100 years later, that tradition is carried on in Frederick Durant’s former home.

Designed by Howard Backen, the tasting room is straight out of Restoration Hardware mixed with a bit of a quirky side with a lobotomy kit and a bat prepared by a taxidermist hidden in the bookshelves.

Durant & Booth

When can I move in?

I love every little detail in this gorgeous tasting room.

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Durant & Booth

KatWalkSF - Durant & Booth

Durant & Booth

This Rossi & Rei bag is still on heavy rotation in my wardrobe. It is a wine tasting staple too! I am pretty sure it can comfortably hold four wine bottles in it!

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Sneakers + Wine.

A little kick back moment in the back patio at Durant & Booth.

Durant & Booth - Outdoor Patio

Now, the back patio is the ultimate outdoor space. No detail was missed – including misters for those hot Napa summer afternoons.

Blake (above) looks very calm + relaxed and that is VERY hard for him to do, trust me!

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And I enjoyed my first visit so much, that I came back for a second visit! My second tasting experience did not disappoint and I of course decided to pose next to the bar cart on the patio (again).

Walk-in the Durant & Booth tasting room (when available) or make an appointment here. Check this new spot out! You’ll love it for the design elements alone!

Statement Style with Shopbop’s ONE by boutique

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ONE by STYLEKEEPERS - Shopbop

I recently found Shopbop’s ONE by boutique during some late night online shopping. The ONE by boutique is home to exceptional pieces from established and emerging designers. From flowy boho dresses to sleek everyday essentials the ONE by boutique is carefully curated by Shopbop’s buyers and editors.

This vintage-inspired STYLEKEEPERS wrap top was an ONE by boutique find. I had seen STYLEKEEPERS here and there on the internet and social media but didn’t make my first purchase until this killer statement top caught my eye. The layered ruffles on the 3/4 bishop sleeves and the wide ties made this statement top a new staple in my wardrobe. I styled this statement look with this (very well priced) maxi skirt, my Valentino ‘Tango’ pumps and a little bling and a big statement ring from Alexis Bittar.

ONE by STYLEKEEPERS - Shopbop

ONE by STYLEKEEPERS - Shopbop

ONE by STYLEKEEPERS - Shopbop

Valentino, Tango - Red - KatWalkSF

ONE by STYLEKEEPERS - Shopbop

What I Wore:

Top: Shopbop ONE by STYLEKEEPERS, Modern Vintage Top. Love this option too.

Skirt: Zaful, High Waisted Yellow Maxi Skirt

Shoes: Valentino, Tango. Love this affordable option here from Banana Republic.

Sunglasses: Karen Walker, Betsy (sold out). Love this new version from Karen Walker here.

Photos by Juan Carlos

Friday Forecast: secondhand first with thredUP

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I love fashion, I LOVE finding a great deal and I love saving the planet.

And while digging through racks at the mall was one of my favorite past times – Let’s be real. I’m almost 30. It is time to focus on #adulting, while still attempting to maintain my fancy fashionista lifestyle.

Allow me to introduce you to thredUP. thredUP is my new (secret) resource for like-new women’s clothing. Think of it as a giant online consignment shop that’s really thoughtfully curated, easy to navigate and conveniently located in the comfort of your own home – on your laptop or mobile device.

I placed my first order a couple of days ago. Check out was super simple and within a couple of days, an adorable polka dot box arrived filled with an AMAZING deal (of a lifetime).

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I saved 96% off retail on these Chloé silk pants from thredUP. I mean come on! These bad boys originally retailed for almost $1,300 and I snagged them for $39.99.

Do you want in on the thredUP magic?

Head to thredUP and use the special discount code I have just for you!

 Use the code: WOW40 at checkout to save 40% off your ENTIRE order!