Happy Friday, ladies! Greetings from the Mediterranean! I am writing from my cabin on the Windstar Surf as we head to Montenegro! On Tuesday, we left Rome with our first stop in Sorrento, Italy. I enjoyed the day with a boat tour to Positano, a charming fishing village that’s crazy about lemons and limoncello. I had a lovely lunch overlooking the beach and finished the day with a walkabout in Sorrento, complete with a gelato! The weather turned a corner, and we had to skip our port day in Sicily. The best-laid plans of mice and men…
But I am thoroughly enjoying the cruise and have met the most delightful people-couples and singles alike. I love traveling because you never know who you might meet! Of course, I will have a full recap of my Mediterranean adventures when I return home.
Before I left town, Kelly and I put together a lovely recipe and cocktail perfect to kick off the weekend. Enjoy!
TL;DR
Today, we bid bon voyage to Beth before she headed out on her Mediterranean Cruise
Our casual Friday outfits are shoppable via text and image widgets
We are making an easy Tequila cocktail and a Mexican corn dip
Friday Greetings from the Mediterranean!
Beth’s Casual Friday
This was my little “bon voyage” Fridays with Oscar since I left for my Mediterranean Cruise the following Sunday. I kept my outfit simple, but chic with patch pocket flare jeans that are oh-so-popular this season. So easy to wear dressed up or down, today I went with a drapey print top from J.Crew.
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Beth’s Outfit: High Rise Patch Pocket Flare Jeans | Drapey Scarf Print Shirt | Vida Suede Slingbacks | Similar Belt
Kelly’s Outfit: Refined Utility Pant | Similar Striped Tee 1 | Similar Striped Tee 2 | Similar Striped Tee 3 | Kilt Red Greta Ballet Flat sold out, try Ruby Port in Suede
Kelly’s Casual Friday
This Friday, I am wearing the Refined Utility Pant from Banana Republic. I was skeptical about these pants when I ordered them but I was so happy when I tried them on. I am wearing a petite size 0. They fit like a dream, are very flattering, and are so comfortable. They’re easy to dress up or down, they wear really well, and don’t wrinkle easily. I absolutely love these pants!
A simple striped tee is an easy way to style these pants for a casual Friday. The Greta Ballet Flat is one of my go-to ballet flats and while this Kilt Red version is sold out, they come in so many other colors, like the Ruby Port in Suede.
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Beth’s Outfit: High Rise Patch Pocket Flare Jeans | Drapey Scarf Print Shirt | Vida Suede Slingbacks | Similar Belt
Kelly’s Outfit: Refined Utility Pant | Similar Striped Tee 1 | Similar Striped Tee 2 | Similar Striped Tee 3 | Kilt Red Greta Ballet Flat sold out, try Ruby Port in Suede
Topo Chico Strawberry Margaritas
This is a simple cocktail that is fun to make for a group because you can serve it right in the Topo Chico Bottle! The Strawberry simple syrup is also simple to make – so all in all, a very “casual Friday” kind of drink!
Mini Angled Measuring Cup | Topo Chico Mineral Water
Baked Chorizo Corn Dip
Another great dip for a group whether you’re entertaining for a party, or hosting a game day tailgate, Baked Chorizo Corn Dip is flavorful and simple to prepare. Serve it with corn chips or street-style tortillas.
Baked Chorizo Corn Dip
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. chorizo Mexican sausage
- 2 cans whole kernel corn drained
- ½ cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
- 4 jalapeño peppers finely chopped, seeded
- 6 scallions chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ½ tsp. chili powder
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350º F. In a large skillet, cook chorizo sausage over medium heat, until cooked through, about 7 minutes. Break the chorizo into crumbles as it cooks.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chorizo with the remaining ingredients. Transfer the mixture to an ungreased cast-iron skillet or 13×9 baking dish.
- Bake until heated through about 30 minutes. Serve warm with chips.
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Happy Friday from the Mediterranean!
Ciao, Bella from Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and yours truly!
Shop the Outfits
Beth’s Outfit: High Rise Patch Pocket Flare Jeans | Drapey Scarf Print Shirt | Vida Suede Slingbacks | Similar Belt
Kelly’s Outfit: Refined Utility Pant | Similar Striped Tee 1 | Similar Striped Tee 2 | Similar Striped Tee 3 | Kilt Red Greta Ballet Flat sold out, try Ruby Port in Suede
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About The Author
Oh my gosh! I’ve been vacationing in Italy and left Sorrento Tuesday for Rome after a week. I saw the Windjammer in port! Small world!
Beth, I’m sure you don’t remember me, but I emailed you to complement you on how you have survived losing your husband. You told me it would take time to think about “me” instead of “we”. I recently returned from a solo driving trip to a beautiful Inn and spa in the Adirondacks that my husband and I had been visiting for over 30 years. We already had these reservations made prior to his unexpected passing. I had decided to honor my husband by visiting all the places that we went to together. It’s only been 6 months, and there are good days and bad. Thank you for responding personally to me. It helped.