suzette roberts

// The Other Sides of March

{favourite film this month: Audrey, a biographical documentary of the life and loves of Audrey Hepburn; hard to resist with that sophisti-hairstyle as she reminds me of my mum's easy look and style back in the late 60's when she starting having us; once we were all tucked into formal school, Mom grew her tresses all the way back. #motherhood :) You've seen the photos... We just had another good laugh about this yesterday}

 

On my mental note to self is to avoid any potentially sad movies this time of the year. We've all had at least a year of it in some form or another. But that haircut caught me off guard while browsing trailers earlier this month. 'Audrey' pulls emotions all over the place and I actually found the documentary very cathartic and a beautiful authentic tribute. Says Audrey, "I'm a very lucky girl. I've been often through hell, but I've always come out at the other end. Either somebody helped me, or something happened." Well said, and very relatable. Have a safe and peaceful Easter when it comes. More behind-the-quiet-scenes of the month that was... ~xx

// The Tuna Melt!

Tried it, loved it! A simple go-to classic, spruced up and tweaked just a teeny tiny bit for more cozy at-home dining. Variations on the tuna became a serious thing this month which resurrected memories of Rachmaninoff's 'Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini' and it's been grand, as in, delicious in every way, savouring each bite. Tuna (fresh steaks, jarred or canned) makes for an easy and filling breakfast, lunch, and even dinner protein, especially on solo days to suit our own condiment style and taste. I too stocked up on our favourite grocery store tuna at the beginning of the pandemic last spring... and continue to replenish as needed. 'Tempted by David Lebovitz's Tuna Melt glory, and his "But neither of those are deal-breakers and honestly, it’s a Tuna Melt" line, which made me laugh— I indulged with layering two loves: tuna and a fun cheese, with what I already had in-house. No missing out here...

// Chair Obsessed!

I am totally smitten with the design and style this long-haired sheepskin chair and it's well— very me, —very me indeed, especially with being fire-resistant! So much so I gave her full bragging rights with a whole post to embody the entirety of her 360° beauty. I've even added her to my wish list so I know I will be receiving her as a gift because I never ask for much and she celebrates minimalism with soft grace and alluring style. I've had my eye on her since early last month and I'm still totally obsessed with her, as is. It's good to wait things out so you know for sure and I'm having all the feels here and all good vibes. Yes, yes, and yes!

// Salted Key Lime Ice Cream

Spring came early this year, in January actually, as did Spring Break #1, where we gave ourselves full permission to enjoy two rounds of it because, because —and we wanted to begin our new year with a light and airy feel. A sweet, tart and fragrant citrus can take us there, so I indulged with some freshly picked Key limes (also known as West Indian limes) for starters. This refreshing Salted Key Lime Ice Cream is a softer serve (no eggs or added stabilizers) for a lush and lovely authentic flavour. Pure pleasure. Here's to a serendipitous spring season. ~xx

// Suzette By The Sea (cocktail)

Hello October! and happy Friday. So far, so good... 'Making the most of some fresh and fragrant leftover rosemary (derived from the Latin words, "ros" (meaning "dew"), and "marinus" (meaning "sea") — "dew of the sea".), for the win. Where my favourite wildchild drink meets the salty mist of the sea. No regrets, absolutely none. Have a fun weekend. :)  ~xx