" Enchant, stay beautiful and graceful, but do this, eat well. Bring the same consideration to the preparation of your food as you devote to your appearance. Let your dinner be like a poem. Just like your dress." -- Charles Pierre Monselet
I completely and entirely agree.
About Me
- Emlene
- Boston, MA, United States
- " Enchant, stay beautiful and graceful, but do this, eat well. Bring the same consideration to the preparation of your food as you devote to your appearance. Let your dinner be like a poem. Just like your dress." -- Charles Pierre Monselet
Monday, March 30, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Restaurant Week Boston- Top of the Hub
800 Boylston St # 52
Boston, MA 02116
I regretted closing my 2 weeks of Resto Week mararthon at Top of the Hub. The only reason I went there was for the gorgeous view and to take advantage of the unreasonably priced menu with the Resto Week specials of $33 ++. This was my third time here and indeed I always enjoy the ambience. However, for all three times, I was always directed to the bar to wait for my table. I mean, you cannot not order anything when you’re hogging the counter space. I ended up ordering my typical Mojito. And it was oh so gooood. This was my new favorite place for my usual drink. ( the Mojitos just keep on getting better and better from one place to another) We got our table 30 minutes later and was slightly disappointed to be tucked in a corner instead of by the windows where you can enjoy the whole view of Boston.
The Resto Week menu was very minimal. I started off with the clam chowder, excited for the typical Boston cream like soup. What came was a tomato based soup filled with potatoes and non visible clams. I was confused for a while and then accepted the fact that I had ordered a modified version of the famous chowder. Although I vowed to order something else other than fish, I didn’t have a choice (I don’t eat red meat) and ended up with the order of the spicy flaked salmon. It was terrible. I had a third of my fish and gave up. It had a weird mixture of sweet miso like paste underneath the fish and the base sauce did not complement each other at all. There was a tangy, sweet, sour confusing flavoring. It's usually very hard for me to be unimpressed of a salmon dish. But this has got to be one of the worst. I closed the meal with an order of the crème brule. This was the only good part of the meal. It was of a large size in which I could only finish half. But I do have to admit it’s one of the best brules I’ve ever tried. Overall, if it wasn’t for the gorgeous view and the company of my lovely friends, I would be pissed that I ended up spending $50 for a meal I hardly touched…
Food:2
Presentation:2.5
Quality:2
Service:4
Ambience:5
Rating:3.1
Adam white tee + American Apparel Bandage Skirt + Grey Tights + Yigal Azroeul Leather Jacket + Fendi B Bag + PLV heels
Boston, MA 02116
I regretted closing my 2 weeks of Resto Week mararthon at Top of the Hub. The only reason I went there was for the gorgeous view and to take advantage of the unreasonably priced menu with the Resto Week specials of $33 ++. This was my third time here and indeed I always enjoy the ambience. However, for all three times, I was always directed to the bar to wait for my table. I mean, you cannot not order anything when you’re hogging the counter space. I ended up ordering my typical Mojito. And it was oh so gooood. This was my new favorite place for my usual drink. ( the Mojitos just keep on getting better and better from one place to another) We got our table 30 minutes later and was slightly disappointed to be tucked in a corner instead of by the windows where you can enjoy the whole view of Boston.
The Resto Week menu was very minimal. I started off with the clam chowder, excited for the typical Boston cream like soup. What came was a tomato based soup filled with potatoes and non visible clams. I was confused for a while and then accepted the fact that I had ordered a modified version of the famous chowder. Although I vowed to order something else other than fish, I didn’t have a choice (I don’t eat red meat) and ended up with the order of the spicy flaked salmon. It was terrible. I had a third of my fish and gave up. It had a weird mixture of sweet miso like paste underneath the fish and the base sauce did not complement each other at all. There was a tangy, sweet, sour confusing flavoring. It's usually very hard for me to be unimpressed of a salmon dish. But this has got to be one of the worst. I closed the meal with an order of the crème brule. This was the only good part of the meal. It was of a large size in which I could only finish half. But I do have to admit it’s one of the best brules I’ve ever tried. Overall, if it wasn’t for the gorgeous view and the company of my lovely friends, I would be pissed that I ended up spending $50 for a meal I hardly touched…
Food:2
Presentation:2.5
Quality:2
Service:4
Ambience:5
Rating:3.1
Outfit for the Night: (I'm on the right. Sorry my outfit's not very visible)
Adam white tee + American Apparel Bandage Skirt + Grey Tights + Yigal Azroeul Leather Jacket + Fendi B Bag + PLV heels Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Restaurant Week Boston- Sibling Rivalry
525 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02116
Sibling Rivalry is definitely the best Resto Week restaurant by far. Everything from the food up to the ambience, it was perfect. When we came for our 8:30pm reservation, the place was packed. And altho we had to wait 30 minutes for our table, I didn't mind it at all. The nicely decorated place is a mix of modern and classy. The dimly lit dining area and cozy couches contributed to the homey feel of the restaurant. What impresses me most of the place is the concept of it all. The variety options of the menu are seperated to 2 sibling chefs specialties. And every night, the two brother-chefs supposedly "battle it out" in the kitchen.
I started off my muchly anticipated meal with the tuna tartar and sushi rice complimented with a selection of sauces. Following that I had the order of the fried flounder. I loved it. With a surprising garnish of cheese and also drizzled creamy dressing over the top, the crunch of the fish and the diced potatoes all blended very nicely. Although at times it tasted slightly salty, my glass of Riesling was perfect to maintain the tasty wonderful flavor. I closed my meal with an order of bread puding with vanilla ice cream on top. IT WAS HEAVENLY. The sweetness of the bread with the stuffed blueberries beneath it, and the ice cream to put it all together; it was the perfect way to complete my very satisfying meal.
Food: 4.5
Quality: 5
Presentation: 5
Service: 3
Ambience: 5
Rating: 4.5
I have got to try something else other than fish!
Outfit for the night:
Forever 21 Tank + Blank Jeans + H&M Oversized Cardigan + Saks Heels + Balenciaga Clutch
Boston, MA 02116
Sibling Rivalry is definitely the best Resto Week restaurant by far. Everything from the food up to the ambience, it was perfect. When we came for our 8:30pm reservation, the place was packed. And altho we had to wait 30 minutes for our table, I didn't mind it at all. The nicely decorated place is a mix of modern and classy. The dimly lit dining area and cozy couches contributed to the homey feel of the restaurant. What impresses me most of the place is the concept of it all. The variety options of the menu are seperated to 2 sibling chefs specialties. And every night, the two brother-chefs supposedly "battle it out" in the kitchen.
I started off my muchly anticipated meal with the tuna tartar and sushi rice complimented with a selection of sauces. Following that I had the order of the fried flounder. I loved it. With a surprising garnish of cheese and also drizzled creamy dressing over the top, the crunch of the fish and the diced potatoes all blended very nicely. Although at times it tasted slightly salty, my glass of Riesling was perfect to maintain the tasty wonderful flavor. I closed my meal with an order of bread puding with vanilla ice cream on top. IT WAS HEAVENLY. The sweetness of the bread with the stuffed blueberries beneath it, and the ice cream to put it all together; it was the perfect way to complete my very satisfying meal.
Food: 4.5
Quality: 5
Presentation: 5
Service: 3
Ambience: 5
Rating: 4.5
I have got to try something else other than fish!
Outfit for the night:
Forever 21 Tank + Blank Jeans + H&M Oversized Cardigan + Saks Heels + Balenciaga Clutch Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Restaurant Week Boston- Marliave
Marliave
10 Bosworth St
Boston, MA 02108
Marliave was hidden in the corner of a sketchy alleyway off in the Beacon Hill area. Upon entering the restaurant, the creaky door and staircase gave me a bad first impression right away but I later then found out that it’s been around for over 100 years. Although the service was pretty bad, (the waitress didn’t even know how to describe the entrée that I ordered) the food was generally good. And best of all, it was of a generous portion. Perfect to satisfy my then growling stomach. I started off with the lobster bisque. It was light and that of the perfect flavoring. Not too tasty neither too bland. Then the trout served as my entrée. The trout was creatively presented by having 2 thin fried pieces of it to sandwich the sautéed spinach and tomatoes. It was the perfect combination of ingredients with the sweetness of the tomatoes contrasting the salty dressing and the fried trout. I liked the fact that there was that extra crispiness as you take each bite of the fish. I finished off my meal with the chocolate cake dessert with vanilla ice cream. It was generally good but then again most chocolate cakes are. Overall, it was a really interesting experience being in a building that had such a long history behind it. I just wished that they could have embraced the history in their décor and ambience even further.
Food: 4
Quality: 4
Presentation: 3
Service: 2
Ambience: 1
Rating: 2.8
Outfit for the Night:
Club Monaco Blazer + No Brand Tunic + Romeo & Juliet Leather Leggings + Marc Jacobs Clutch + PVL Heels
10 Bosworth St
Boston, MA 02108
Marliave was hidden in the corner of a sketchy alleyway off in the Beacon Hill area. Upon entering the restaurant, the creaky door and staircase gave me a bad first impression right away but I later then found out that it’s been around for over 100 years. Although the service was pretty bad, (the waitress didn’t even know how to describe the entrée that I ordered) the food was generally good. And best of all, it was of a generous portion. Perfect to satisfy my then growling stomach. I started off with the lobster bisque. It was light and that of the perfect flavoring. Not too tasty neither too bland. Then the trout served as my entrée. The trout was creatively presented by having 2 thin fried pieces of it to sandwich the sautéed spinach and tomatoes. It was the perfect combination of ingredients with the sweetness of the tomatoes contrasting the salty dressing and the fried trout. I liked the fact that there was that extra crispiness as you take each bite of the fish. I finished off my meal with the chocolate cake dessert with vanilla ice cream. It was generally good but then again most chocolate cakes are. Overall, it was a really interesting experience being in a building that had such a long history behind it. I just wished that they could have embraced the history in their décor and ambience even further.
Food: 4
Quality: 4
Presentation: 3
Service: 2
Ambience: 1
Rating: 2.8
Outfit for the Night:
Club Monaco Blazer + No Brand Tunic + Romeo & Juliet Leather Leggings + Marc Jacobs Clutch + PVL Heels I finally joined in the leather leggings fashion craze! Although the craze is fading away, that's when it's even more great...oh and also, those PVL Heels has got to retire. I've been wearing them with all my outfits this week!
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Restaurant Reviews
The Dailycatch
2 Northern Ave
Boston, MA
The order of The Lobster Fra Diavlo, completely and entirely satisfied my pasta cravings. Although the dish cost approximately $70, it was the perfect meal to share between us three girls. ( Probably only sufficient for a boy) The portion was humongous and included fresh lobster, calamari, and clams tossed in tomato/seafood flavored linguini. It was wonderful.
Skipjack's 
2 Northern Ave
Boston, MA
The order of The Lobster Fra Diavlo, completely and entirely satisfied my pasta cravings. Although the dish cost approximately $70, it was the perfect meal to share between us three girls. ( Probably only sufficient for a boy) The portion was humongous and included fresh lobster, calamari, and clams tossed in tomato/seafood flavored linguini. It was wonderful.
Skipjack's 100 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02116
I usually hate wasabi flavored anything. But for this one time, I decided to brave myself and order the wasabi crusted salmon. It was actually fantabulous. Not too spicy and the crusted wasabi was a very savory, complimenting garnish to the fresh tasty salmon.
Sonsei
327 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02115
The only reason why I like this place is only for its location, late hours, and their MOJITO. Their mojito has go to be one of the best around. Even better than my previous favorite in The Fireplace. Their dessert is dissapointing and their famous Chocolate Bread Pudding was nothing special. The supposed ice-cream-looking white blob was nothing but whip cream.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Outfit Transition
If you've been in Boston for more than a month (actually make that a week), you'd know how unpredictable the weather is here. That's why even when the sun out promises you a great warm day, you should always be prepared. Layering is always important. Today was a perfect example. Check my outfit out:
During the Night. Mood: Freezing. Weather: Back to Winter 30's
add Yigal Azrouel Leather Jacket + Louis Vuitton Scarf
During the day. Mood: Happy. Weather: Spring like
No Brand Cardigan +Forever 21 Oversized Tee + Bottega Bag + Ksubi Jeans + PVL Heels
During the Night. Mood: Freezing. Weather: Back to Winter 30's
add Yigal Azrouel Leather Jacket + Louis Vuitton ScarfVoila! All set for surviving the night
Friday, March 20, 2009
Psychology of Clothes
Lost in the City
Honestly, I HATE how I look here. (In my defense however, the outfit looked way cuter minus the jacket and scarf) It reveals my yearning for summer to come but stuck in reality that winter was still here. My first impression, “this girl’s trying too hard to be fashion forward” although yes, that girl’s me. 
Louis Vuitton Silver Scarf + H&M dress + Yigal Azrouel Leather Jacket + Saks Silver heels + Vintage Bag
Louis Vuitton Silver Scarf + H&M dress + Yigal Azrouel Leather Jacket + Saks Silver heels + Vintage BagGood Bye Summer, Hello Fall
This proves that you don’t have to wear sweats to run errands to feel comfortable. I was just walking down to Coolidge Corner to grab a cup of coffee. The outfit gradually welcomes fall and expresses how I was feeling that day “pleasantly welcoming fall with a fun understated outfit”
No brand blue tunic + Club Monaco Cardigan + Tory Burch Sandals + Chloe Bag + American Apparel Grey Leggings
No brand blue tunic + Club Monaco Cardigan + Tory Burch Sandals + Chloe Bag + American Apparel Grey LeggingsThe Inner Child in Me
It’s cool how outfits portray your mood. I was in Martha’s Vineyard that day, exploring the island in scooters, and lazing around the grass. The happy bright colors on my tee with my more subtle shorts send the message that I’m “approachable and fun”
Seven Jeans Khaki Shorts + T Bags Tee + Swatch Gold Watch + No Brand Sandals
It’s cool how outfits portray your mood. I was in Martha’s Vineyard that day, exploring the island in scooters, and lazing around the grass. The happy bright colors on my tee with my more subtle shorts send the message that I’m “approachable and fun”
Seven Jeans Khaki Shorts + T Bags Tee + Swatch Gold Watch + No Brand SandalsL.A Cool
The hair up in a messy pony tail, Aviators, flats instead of heels, send the message that I “look subtle-ly stylish. Appropriate both fashion and comfort wise” despite the oversize Balenciaga bag.
The hair up in a messy pony tail, Aviators, flats instead of heels, send the message that I “look subtle-ly stylish. Appropriate both fashion and comfort wise” despite the oversize Balenciaga bag.
Banana Republic Top + Earnest Sewn Jeans + Enzo Silver Flats + Balenciaga bag + Ray Ban Aviators +Silver Cuff from Brazil
New York Chic
This outfit proves that we girls don’t have to take ages to get ready to pull off a stylish look. Although my outfit may scream “ Materialistic, spoilt college girl,” because of my Hermes bag and LV scarf, a smile may change that. :)
Zara Grey Oversized tee + Louis Vuitton Silver scarf + J Brand Jeans + Chinese Laundry Boots + Hermes bag
Zara Grey Oversized tee + Louis Vuitton Silver scarf + J Brand Jeans + Chinese Laundry Boots + Hermes bag
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