This past weekend Chicago J and NYC J treated me to a fun Saturday of events to celebrate the upcoming wedding. It was great to see a number of friends from near and far who came to join in the festivities. Three out-of-towners stayed at my house, so it was like having a giant slumber party for three nights! I miss them already.
Saturday was the big day of bride-oriented fun. First, we had a lovely picnic in Central Park. It was a beautiful sunny day, and we found a perfect shady spot to lie around and munch on sandwiches and fruit. A light breeze kept us cool while we were there, which was fabulous!
Setting up for some fun!
Miss C hanging out with four moms and a mom-to-be
Then we headed back to NYC J’s apartment for some air conditioning (totally awesome after hoofing it back to her place!), yummy sangria, and delicious desserts:
Yum, desserts!
Delicious bites from Le Pain Quotidien
More tasty treats—tarts from LPQ and rectangular pastries from Epicerie Boulud.
NYC J knows me so well—dessert definitely comes before dinner! So, after dessert, we headed to dinner at a great spot called The Smith.
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Feeling full after a delicious dinner at The Smith!
And finally, after parting ways with NYC J (who had a sweet little baby and very patient hubby waiting for her at home!), we headed out to The Dove Parlour, a kitschy lounge downtown that has some mighty tasty cocktails. My favorite was the Fig & Black Pepper Elixir!
Miss C and Chicago J at The Dove
Houston B and Miss C
Our whole crew of gals at The Dove
We had such a fun day—everyone made me feel so special. Nothing like hanging out with some of your favorite ladies to brighten up your weekend and make you really realize you’re a bride. (No greasy male strippers or questionable accessories required!)
Did you have a bachelorette party? What did you do?
Those desserts are so beautiful and the presentation was fabulous! What a fun night! Can’t beat a picnic in Central Park.
Aww those desserts look so yummy! And it looks like you had a smashing time with your pals!
Those desserts look so pretty and yummy! I live and work in NYC and haven’t been to the spots you mentioned yet, so I will have to check them out!
Sounds like so much fun!! 
And the desserts look so yummy, I’d love one right now!
This looks like the perfect day! And, those desserts look delicious!
I went to the Dove for part of my bachelorette party two weeks ago! Too bad we missed each other. Also, those desserts look yum.
Miss Cauldron, New York City/Austin Age and Occupation: 33, Human Resources Fiance's Age and Occupation: 33, Technology Engagement Date: October 8, 2011 Wedding Date: September 2012 Venue: Pecan Grove at the Salt Lick About Me: I grew up in the Lone Star State, but moved to NYC after college to get a taste of the Big Apple, and never left. I love baking, yoga, Mr. C, and sunshine (not necessarily in that order)! Mr. C and I met on Match.com back in 2007, and our second date was at a Texas barbecue restaurant in Manhattan. It’s only fitting that after almost five years together, we are getting married at an iconic Texas barbecue joint. (Shiner Bock and brisket, anyone?) I’m proud of the life we have built together around our love for each other, Mr. C’s crazy dog Bosley, and fun sailing adventures on our boat, and I’m looking forward to celebrating our marriage at one seriously awesome party in September.
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