Author Archives: Danielle Popyk

Home Reno Part Deux – Almost forgot about the dust

Posted on January 17, 2021 by Danielle Popyk

This December we finally closed on a new house…well condo technically. We put in the offer back in September after looking at it on my birthday and are now deep in renovations. There she is. We bought Unit 2, the … Continue reading →

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Shower – For Le Bébé

Posted on July 18, 2016 by Danielle Popyk

Considering Lil’ Miss Muffet is almost a year old, it’s about time I posted a blog for the internets about the shower for her or “Le Bébé” at the time. Bout time I posted a blog in general. Sooo many … Continue reading →

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Petit Dejeuner al Fresco

Posted on August 12, 2014 by Danielle Popyk

Sunday morning I attempted to replicate my usual Sunday morning meal from Three Little Figs. While a nice treat every now and then, it is pricey and generally super busy. I get the Sweet Ricotta which is just sour dough … Continue reading →

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Amy and Joe: The Pavilion at Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic, CT

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Danielle Popyk

When Amy + Joe contacted me for day of coordination for their wedding at Rocky Neck State Park, I was super excited. I had seen some of the creative ideas the couple had for the venue and was happy to … Continue reading →

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Jenn and Will: Boston, MA

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Danielle Popyk

Jenn + Will contacted me looking for assistance in planning their October wedding.  Something simple and elegant for 50 of their closest friends and family somewhere in the Boston area. After some exploration of local Boston options, they settled on … Continue reading →

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Cappuccino

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Danielle Popyk

When time allows, nothing beats a homemade cup of Cappuccino. Found a pretty simple recipe from Everyday Occasions by Jenny Steffens Hobick  Good quality espresso, freshly ground. I like Wholefoods because I can purchase a small amount and then put the … Continue reading →

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Muffins

Posted on October 14, 2012 by Danielle Popyk

Preview of post to come for Jenn and Will’s wedding. I made these favors which have three types of muffins. Pumpkin, Sweet Potato, and Apple. A nice fall assortment. Photo by Dana Rouleau of Dana Rouleau Photography. Jenn bought these … Continue reading →

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Sweet Zucchini Muffins

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Danielle Popyk

 A staple zucchini recipe of mine is Zucchini muffins. I usually just make banana bread muffins, but substitute the zucchini. I tried something different with Dark Chocolate Zucchini Muffins recipe from Will Cook for Smiles. These cute little shapes are … Continue reading →

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Zucchinis, take two. Summer Vegetable Tart

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Danielle Popyk

Now I love myself a good tart. Mainly the crust and then the filling is secondary…until this dish. The Summer Vegetable Tart which I stole from Honeycomb, was yummy and freezable! I attempted to serve this to my husband for … Continue reading →

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The Zucchinis are coming, the Zucchinis are coming….

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Danielle Popyk

Ah yes, it is that time of year when the zucchini and squash come in. Anyone that has ever grown (or watched their significant other grow them) knows they tend to come in within a few weeks and generally there … Continue reading →

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