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CRAVE CRUSH the urban girl's blog to all that you CRAVE
Hound Happiness
We all love to get away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives and slip away for some rest and don’t forget pampering.  Now however our favorite four legged companions can do so as well.  The Urban Hound Hotel on Malden St in Boston, aids in a worry free vacation.  Even if you are not getting away at the moment, but do feel like your dog isn’t getting enough exercise while you’re in the office, the Urban Hound offers a great dog walking program.  With different options available and the choice of group or individual walks, your pup will be prancing with happiness.  The same employee at the Urban Hound Hotel will also walk your dog each time, so your dog won’t have to adapt to a new person during every stroll.
If you are just getting a new puppy and still sweating the housebreaking, the Urban Hound Hotel offers puppy kindergarten. Â A six-week program that has classes that aid in housebreaking, proper socialization, handling exercises, and preventing bad habits.
To learn more about all these amazing programs and to see the new 8500 square foot hotel that offers the latest in animal care innovations and technologies. Join the Urban Hound Hotel staff on April 1st 2011, for their grand opening champagne toast from 5-8.  If you can’t make it, all weekend they are having tours of the facility from 10-4.
The Savas Sisters’ Studio
When two sisters put their passions together a picture perfect dream can come true.  Savas Studios is owned by the charismatic sister team of Christine Savas, a makeup artist and Stephanie Savas, a photographer. The Savas sisters dream of owning their own studio began in their parent’s basement in Connecticut. Their love and passion for producing photo shoots brought the sisters from Connecticut to the North End.  Their new North End location has afforded this dynamic duo even more opportunities and they recently opened a retail boutique. Their boutique offers the newest trends in women’s clothing, hand made jewelry and original art and photography.
Find out more about the Savas sisters!
How would you describe your business in exactly three adjectives?
Captivating. Ardent. Unique.
What is your indulgence?
Our indulgences are shopping, wine, and fondue.
What do you CRAVE? In business? In life?
We CRAVE success and happiness in our business and in life.
Join the sisters, CRAVE Boston, and the Etc. Clothing Line tonight, Feb. 9th for a fabulous event. Picture Yourself In Spring combines the sisters’ love of photography, fashion, food, and fun.
Lunafest
What are you doing on Wednesday night? Buy your ticket now for Lunafest, an event showcasing short films by, for and about women. This event is hosted by Luna Bar and the Boston area Luna Chix, like CRAVE Boston’s Andrea Morton of A Morton Design. Join the gals at the Liberty Hotel for an evening of intelligent movie watching and conversation, dessert and drinks, door prizes and more. You can purchase your tickets online, remember that 100% of all Lunafest proceeds are donated to charity. I’ll see you there!
A Night of Mischief
Join The Future Leaders group of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for “A Night of Mischief,” an event to benefit Grateful Nation, powered by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Guests are invited to the W Boston on October 30th at 8:00pm, and encouraged to dress in devilishly chic attire (costumes optional). If you purchase your event ticket by this Friday, you are also entered for a chance to win a pair of VIP tickets to the Patriots vs. Vikings on October 31. With a value of $1500, these seats are scary good! As you sit on the 50-yard line in the Fidelity box (did we mention complimentary premier parking?), you’ll be able to watch Tom and company take on the returning Randy Moss and Brett Favre. Could be spooky…
For more information,or to purchase tickets visit: GratefulNation.org
Passport to Style
Join CRAVE Boston on Thursday, October 14 for a night of sipping, shopping, and supporting at the Passport to Style event at Cambridgeside Galleria.  Brought to you by In Full Force this event will be jam packed with goodies, from a full length fashion show to swag bags stuffed with fun products. The event is from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, but don’t forget to purchase your tickets in advance. Your donation directly supports one of three sponsored charities; Room to Grow, Rosie’s Place, and Strong Women Strong Girls.
Grab your ticket, grab your friends, and don’t forget to stop by the CRAVE Boston booth while you are there to pick up the newest copy of CRAVE Boston. See you on Thursday!
StyleFixx Girls Night Out
Shopping, sampling, and swag bags, oh my! Get ready for StyleFixx Girls Night Out next Wednesday and Thursday, October 6th and 7th at the Boston Center for the Arts at 529 Tremont St. Meet independent designers and shop their fall 2010 lines while sipping on complimentary cocktails from DonQ Mojitos, Stella Artois, and Barefoot Wine. You can also take advantage of hair treatments courtesy of Dellaria Salon and score a Swag Bag jam packed with items from Revlon, Lindt, Incoco, and many, many more!
For tickets to next week’s event check out www.Stylefixx.com and hurry! Tickets will not be sold at the door!
Get Back to School with Social Media U
We were happy to learn that Social Media U is officially up and running and will start classes in the South End throughout the month of October, called “Social Media for the Tech Challenged.” This is a beginners class for anyone who has ever wanted to get started on Twitter or Facebook but isn’t really sure how. Check out what Tomeeka Farrington (spotlightcommunications.net) has to say about these classes on her blog:
Social Media is HOT. It’s only getting hotter! In today’s age, social networking is becoming the leading and most effective way to communicate on a personal level and to market your company, on a business level. Yet, there are still many people who do not know how to use it. The idea for Social Media U came to me one day when I was speaking on a social media marketing expert panel recently, discussing social media strategies that could be employed to enhance business branding and marketing . I was all prepared with my notes and “cheat sheets” when a woman in the audience asked, “What is social media?” A light-bulb went off and I realized the need for us to back-up and define social media before we could actually move forward with the social media marketing strategies part of my lecture.
Tickets are just $20 “Early Twitter Bird Special” if you and/or a guest registers now. Also, if YOU sign-up a friend or colleague Social Media U will offer you a 50% discount on any future Social Media U class of your choice. Just have your friend/colleague reference your name. Social Media U is gearing up for its kick-off of personal and business track classes covering all things social media, that are sure to be amazing!! Even if you are on social media networks now there is always something new to learn to help make it work for your individual needs!
Boston Fashion Week – “THE UNEXPECTED”
MOD Boston was founded in 2005 and quickly established itself as a place to find the latest one-of-a-kind items in the Boston area. It truly is a boutique that offers you the “UNEXPECTED”!
MOD offers designer garments and accessories that capture and maintain a great sense of fashion. MOD provides unique and exclusive items coupled with unparalleled presentation in an intimate setting.
The “UNEXPECTED” will showcase MOD Boston’s interpretation of how a women should truly express herself. This event will define individuality and growth through fashion.
Prepare to gasp in excitement as you experience MOD’s trends for Fall and Winter 2010 (click here to learn more).
Pilatini Party at Modern Pilates
Modern Pilates invites you and your friends to their Pilatini Parties, a celebration of Fall with a little swish of the skirt and some great conversation. They have teamed with the Regal Beagle in Coolidge Corner and Tomasso’s in Southborough to offer up a tasty, eco-friendly, and healthy cocktail party. Besides great food and great conversation, their instructors will be demonstrating exercises on the equipment and answering any questions you might have. It’s a great chance to interact with the staff, fellow clients and Pilates aficionados, and celebrate Fall and fitness with a tasty Pilatini.
Pertinent Details:
When: Friday, September 24, 2010 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (ET)
Where:
- Modern Pilates – Southborough
154 Turnpike Road
2nd Floor
Southborough, MA
- Modern Pilates
(within BodyScapes Health Club)
1285 Beacon Street
Brookline, MA 02446
Please RSVP! Please click the appropriate town to sign up and please share this invitation with friends.
World Cup Celebration: Indulge in Global Treats
For weeks we have been huddled around the television, sometimes at ungodly hours of the morning, to watch beautiful men from around the world kick around a soccer ball and compete for the coveted World Cup. Whether you have followed the sport for years or just recently discovered what terms like “off-sides” or “stoppage time” mean, it is truly amazing how soccer can bring entire nations together for a common goal.
America’s run has ended, but there are some amazing teams that have risen to the top of the competition! Gather your friends together and indulge in these fun recipes perfect for a summer barbecue or potluck that are inspired by the stand out teams of the 2010 World Cup!
Chimichurri Steak- Uruguay/ Argentina
Chimichurri is a sauce from South America and is served in countries like Uruguay and Argentina over steak and chicken.
Ingredients:
1 cup packed fresh flat leaf parsley
ÂĽ cup packed fresh cilantro
½ cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 garlic cloves peeled
Âľ teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
a pinch of salt and pepper
a squeeze of lemon juice
Preparation:
- Mix all ingredients in a food processor and serve over steak, chicken or fish.
Party Sangria- Spain
Ingredients:
1 bottle of red wine
1 lemon cut into wedges
1 orange cut into wedges
1 lime cut into wedges
1 apple diced
1 cup raspberries or strawberries
1 small can of diced pineapples with juice
2 tbsp of sugar
4 cups ginger ale or lemon lime soda
2 shots gin or triple sec
Preparation:
- Pour wine into a large pitcher and squeeze the juice from the lemon, oranges and lime into the wine.
- Toss in the fruit wedges and add pineapple, apples sugar and gin.
- Chill overnight.
- Add ginger ale or soda, berries and ice just before serving.
Potato Salad- Germany
Ingredients:
2 pounds red potatoes
ÂĽ lb bacon cut into small pieces
½ medium onion chopped
1/3 cup cider vinegar
ÂĽ cup water
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp mustard
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Preparation:
- Place potatoes in saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat and reduce to simmer, uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Drain. Let potatoes cool. Peel potatoes and cut into ÂĽ inch pieces.
- Cook bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp and set aside.
- Cook onion in bacon drippings until tender.
- Combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt and mustard in a large bowl. Toss in potatoes and bacon and mix until well coated.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Oliebollen (Apple Fritters)- Netherlands
Ingredients
2 tbsp sugar
2 pkg yeast
4 cups sugar
5 eggs
2 cups scalded milk
½ cup butter softened
10 cups flour
1 ½ tsp salt
3 diced Granny Smith apples
1 cup raisins pinch of cinnamon
canola oil for frying
Preparation:
- Dissolve 2 tbsp sugar in 1 cup warm water. Sprinkle yeast on top. Let stand while preparing dough.
- In a large mixing bowl beat eggs, add scalded milk, 1 ½ cups warm water, yeast mixture and butter and beat well. Add flower, 1 cup sugar and salt. Mix well. Add diced apple.
- Let dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
- In a separate bowl mix 3 cups sugar, and cinnamon to taste.
- Fill a fryer pot with 3-4 inches of canola oil. Heat to 375 degrees and scoop spoonfuls of down into the oil. Turn to ensure even browning.
- Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture and serve warm.
*written by Alyssa Goldberg for the CRAVE company. Alyssa is a lover of all things to do with food and travel- check out her blog, WorldSavour by clicking here.
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