POMEGRANATE MOJITOS

Pomegranate & Citrus season is still in full force, and after having made a handful of grapefruit or clementine cocktails , it was time to get some pom in the mix.

If you're a mojito lover, this is SO for you- still minty & fizzy, with just a hint of pomegranate tang!

What you need to make it happen:

- 1 1/2 ounces white rum

- 1 ounce pomegranate simple syrup

- mint leaves

- pomegranate seeds

- sprite or soda water

- ice (I freeze mint leaves & pom seeds in mine!)

How to make it happen:

Step 1: Muddle a few mint leaves with your pomegranate simple syrup

Step 2: Add rum, ice, fill with sprite (for sweeter taste) or soda water

Step 3: Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and mint leaves!

Step 4: Enjoy!

This drink is crisp, refreshing, and just sweet enough to be called fruity.

Like I said- I freeze mint leaves and pomegranate leaves inside ice cubes- doesn't really add any flavor, but it sure looks pretty!

What cocktails have you been mixing up lately?

If you are looking for more ideas, I have a ridiculous amount of tried and true recipes here!

xo, lp

PSST: want to see a little more in the daily B&B life? go HERE!

THE ONE WHERE THERE ARE TULIPS EVERYWHERE

I've been watching WAY too much Friends on Netflix - because every time I go to put a title on a blog post, I always accidentally start it with "The One Where....". It's a habit, I tell you.

Here's what's been good lately:

This weekend was phenomenal- the weather was OUTSTANDING! I don't want to jinx it, but it actually feels like Spring. Michael and I took this opportunity to get outside and get some fresh air at a local State Park. We cross country skied on some trails we had never been on..aaaand got lost. Yup. 

Miles and miles later, after we finally made our way back to the car we walked around the park a bit and watched the sunset (and threw snowballs, duh).

You guys I've found a new love. I mean, other than Michael (sorry Michael!). 

I'll be doing a full review this week, but in the meantime- if you have already heard of RocksBox and have been on the fence about doing it- GO FOR IT. Seriously fun- this bracelet came in my last box and it was so hard to send it back!

(if you're going to sign up, be sure to use beautyandbeardxoxo to get your first box for FREE!)

So as for the title of this post- TULIPS.

I grabbed a bunch of bouquets for $5 each the other day and they've been making recurring appearances on my Instagram feed. #sorrynotsorry

This week's recipe on the blog is so delicious: 

How did you guys spend your weekend?

Fingers crossed there were tulips involved!

xo, lp

*psssssssst: let's be friends on Instagram, mmmmkay? find me here --> @lpodlich *

NO, BUT REALLY...I OWN IT.

I love reading truly love reading other blogs- no matter what kind they are.

Because you're here- I'm going to assume that you like blogs a fair amount too, or...at least this one.

With all the affiliate sites out there (one of which I use)- it can be hard to tell if people who you trust in the blog world are sharing products because they actually love/believe in/own them- or because they're trying to make a quick buck. 

I can say that on this here blog- I really share stuff that I only love/believe in/own.

Proof?

Here's just a couple below, as shown by my Instagram pictures!

MICHAEL KORS SLIM RUNWAY WATCH: This baby gets worn EVERY.DAY.  If the phrase #armparty didn't make me want to puke so much, you'd probably see a lot more of it on my Instagram feed. Sure, $195 can seem like a lot to shell out in one moment, but when you wear it often (and get compliments on it weekly like I do)- it's so so worth it.

GARANCE DORE CARDS:  (UPDATE: these patterns just sold out, but there are more options here!) : I post a lot of notebooks, cards, letterpress, etc on this here blog - and it truly is because I'm a certified paper hoarder. I love having JUST the right card to send to someone in the right moment. These cards are perfect for specific occasions (like birthdays or Valentine's Day), or just every day "I'm thinking of you" stuff. 

THE NY TIMES 36 HOURS BOOKS: I also post a fair amount of books- because-like above- I'm a pretty book hoarder. I love these series of books- all $15-$30-feature a specific part of the USA or the World. I currently own USA & CANADA: MIDWEST/GREAT LAKES as well as USE & CANADA: NORTHEAST. 

So there you have it folks, proof that I'm not just posting about stuff for the sake of filling the blank page. I love gushing about great products/brands I find and love- which is why I share them with you! 

What brands/items/products do you stand behind?

All 3 above are 100% vetted by me :)

XO, LP 

PS: Don't forget- through March 8th, get up to 25% off your ShopBop purchase! 

Psst: for more proof i buy things i post about ... follow me on instagram --> @lpodlich