In LUST with a Werewolf.

One of the perks of working for an entertainment show, is getting to cover some of the coolest and highly anticipated movies of the year (not to mention interview all my celebrity crushes!). And for me, one of those movies is Eclipse from the Twilight Saga (or any of the Twilight films for that matter). It took me a while to become a "Twi-hard". I really couldn't grasp the obsessiveness and hysteria surrounding these stories so I decided to pick up all 4 books and at least see what all the fuss was about and technically its work, right?! Ok, I became boba with these books. I could have read these 4 books in 4 days but I didn't want it to end. So beautifully written, such a passionate love story, and so dreamy. I was so sucked into Bella's world, the fascination with vampires, and wolves with 6 packs. I couldn't put them down. It got so bad at one point, that I refused to go to a 4th of July party at a NYC rooftop bc I needed to finish Eclipse. When I was in the throws of Breaking Dawn, I sat in my hotel room in Costa Rica finishing my book before venturing out to the beach. And when I was done, I remember thinking "What am I going to do with my life now?" Major vampire withdrawals. I had to seperate reality from fantasy bc I was going over the edge.

So I watched Twilight about 25 times, forced Coco to watch it, and counted down to New Moon and attended opening day with a bunch of screaming teenagers (I screamed internally bc you know, I didn't want to be uncool to Edward or Jacob).

And tomorrow is the opening day for Eclipse. SWOON. My favorite book. The love triangle. The fight sequences, and if you've read Stephanie Meyer's quick read "The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner" it is a GREAT companion book to the movie through the eyes of newborn vampire, Bree. Anyways, back to the point of the blog. I was lucky enough to cover the NY screening premiere last night and I was SO pumped. No RPatz which made me sad since I heart Edward. But kind of a good thing bc I would be sweating, getting clammy hands, and flirty laughs that make me sound like a bit of a dork as my husband would say. I get gaga and stupid, basically.

Intv'ed a very cool Kristen. Not as Debbie downer or awkward as usual. And the very cute and dapper Taylor Lautner.

After the premiere, I dashed to the screening on the UWS with my friend and colleague Terri (her daughter, Brit, is like my Twi-hard buddy. Can't believe I'm fighting with a 14 year old over a fictional character, but hey, its fun). I'm not going to give the movie away to those that haven't read the books, but O.M.F.G. I died!!!! Fantastic film. And storyline was tackled perfectly. Romance, tension, fighting, death- a little bit of everything. Oh, and lots and lots of abs and sparkly vampires. And Kudos to newborn vampire Riley! Hello, you're hawt! But something happened that I quite didn't expect. I fell in love with Jacob. I felt like Bella. I'm in a love triangle and SO want Jake to imprint on me! No wait. I want Edward.

Ugh. I am torn. Which team do I belong to? Which water bottle am I going to drink from?? What EW cover am i going to stare at at my desk now? I don't like this confusion. You know what it feels like for me? I feel like Edward has my heart. I am in love with Edward. But I am totally in lust with Jacob. Jacob makes me feel like how i used to get when I was 16 and 17 and completely boy crazy. "omg. hes looking at me!" "omg. hes so hot!" "omg. ill die if he talks to me!". My stomach is in flutters and all I want to do is make out with Jacob!!!! (Um, yeah, I'm 29 hes like 19 and last nite my dream was basically me cheating on Coco with Jacob and frenching like a total high schooler. Heavenly but creepy.)

So for all you Twi-hards out there, bust out those Team Edward and Jacob tshirts, your water bottles, your Teen Beat posters (that's probably just me), bc you will NOT be disappointed! My countdown to the filming of Breaking Dawn has begun (they begin in October which means pics on location will emerge) so until then, my heart will remain split in 2 for Edward and Jacob.

Here's to you. Here's to me.

Kathy

How to look like a million bucks.

Because I am such a nice person and I am a big fan of spreading good news, there are 2 things that I am absolutely obsessed with and I want to share them with you. (and by you, i mean my 8 loyal followers!).

I had an engagement party this past Saturday and I wanted to do something different to my hair. I knew that left in the hands of my stylist, he would make me look like a star on a red carpet and so I had nothing to worry about. And I was right. Magic! Let me tell you a little bit about him. As every woman knows, finding the perfect hair stylist is like being in a relationship. Someone that knows what looks good without you having to say it, someone that understands your beauty needs and makes you look like the most beautiful you possible. And more importantly someone good who just "gets it". And I am lucky to have found my hair soul mate! And cheating on your stylist is a major no-no. His name is Emiliano de Pasqual and he is basically an Italian god with scissors. If you ever find yourself in NYC, head to Warren Tricomi in the iconic Plaza Hotel, and book yourself an appt ASAP. I guarantee you will NOT be disappointed. In his charming Italian accent he says "Bella, i think dat I want to do somesin sexy and messy and up." Whatever you want. I don't care. 40 minutes later....Um, can I tell you that it looked soooo fierce I didn't want to even wash it out?! It was too gorgeous and it managed to last ALL day. So Emiliano is my first little secret I want to share. Its a bit of an open relationship. (From top, 2nd and 3rd pic!)

For those that know me, I am the queen of finding a good bargain and making it look like its straight off the runway. Ive always believed that having all the money in the world can't buy you style. Style definitely comes from confidence, having a good eye, and knowing how to pull something off. That's not to say I haven't had my share of faux pas (corn rows, camel toe blue pants that I swore fit me, or my personal favorite- matching flowy skirts and tops in really bright colors. yikes!). My style has evolved with age, but also it has evolved since moving to this vibrant city! I feel like I really found the essence of my style here and I know what works for me and what is a major "don't".

On to my second secret. Target is one of those stores that I always find something good that looks expensive and well made, especially if its from the special designer collections. Here's the trick though. You have to find a Target in a not so fashionable part of town (and I'm sure there are fashionable people there and I'm not hating on anyone, but you increase your chances of scoring a good buy when you hit less popular locations.) So while visiting my grandmother at her retirement home, I hit up the local Target and found THE dress. A stunning Zac Posen violet, golden yellow metallic cocktail dress with a big bow across the chest. And pockets! It had me at pockets! It was the only size 1 left. It was so meant to be. (I also scored a Eugenia Kim fedora that is beyond cute). All for a grand total of $75.99. Yet, I looked like a million bucks! (see 1st pic on top. The handsome man to my left, is my husband, Coco. And he's priceless.)

So paired with my Zac Posen gem and my Hollywood hair courtesy of Emiliano, I hit the streets with a big smile, newly gifted Fendi purple clutch and art deco vintage earrings (courtesy of Coco) feeling all glam!

Ladies, next time you find that killer dress in the most unexpected of places for a mere penny, ROCK IT, OWN IT and HAVE FUN WITH IT! Chances are, you'll look better than the average looking girl covered in Cavalli and Gucci. That's what I call, "De la High"!

Here's to you. Here's to me.

Kathy.

The Drunch of all Drunchesssss.

So last night, Coco and I held our first official DRUNCH. Yes, a drunch. A combination of brunch and early dinner. I can't take credit for this creative smash of a name. (Shout out to Lorriane Parker Greenidge for introducing us to drunching during our 2nd annual Emerald Isle, NC trip.)

I was randomly inspired in TJ Maxx after finding the most perfect paisley/flower napkins. A light bulb went off and I said "I think we'll have a drunch!". So off I went with my fancy napkins and started brainstorming the menu (which Coco selected and created.)

Because fancy napkins weren't enough, I thought menus to compliment them would be a nice touch. So my super super good friend, Adri P, made the most innovative and funky menus for my drunch and she shipped them 2 day express so I would have them days before the big event.

Shes so full of ideas and the final product was a success! a small green, pink and yellow flowered menu, with black lettering attached to a brown paper bag (for leftovers, i know!) and a bright green ribbon holding it together (see pic below). Totally Martha Stewart. I on the other hand, can barely cut paper.

On drunch Sunday, my table looked like it was worthy of Good Housekeeping. I was so proud of me. Yellow tablecloth, pom flowers in mason jars, it was heavenly. And the food was beyond! Coco's menu was 5 star restaurant worthy! We started with a chilled cucumber soup, then a feta and watermelon salad, main course was a linguini shrimp scampi, and dessert was a raspberry tart topped with creme fraiche. Delicious! He's so talented in the kitchen! Anyhow, I decided that I was going to make an effort and cook something myself, so I did! Deviled eggs. I heart them. And they were my masterpiece. Everyone was super impressed, including myself. I even decided to make a welcome cocktail for my guests! (welcome cocktails were a bit expensivo so I cant get too fancy next time!). I made an absolut strawberry kiss. Yum!

Our friends arrived at 6, and well, there was not one disappointed person in our apartment. 11 bottles of wine and champagne later and several servings of linguini with shrimp scampi, the night took an interesting (but always fun) turn! And those details, will remain in the minds of the attendees and will not be shared! All I have to say, is that I'm so thankful for the friends that Coco and I have, and for the most amazing husband in the world. Hands down.

Never a dull moment! And what did we learn? 1) that I'm not pregnant despite everyone thinking so all bc of my overly done table presentation. Besides, I downed way too much champagne for a baby to survive and 2) That drunches are so special, that there will only be 4 seasonal drunches a year! Porque yo no soy millonaria!

All in all, good times had.

Here's to you. Here's to me.

Kathy.

I'm gonna give this a shot..

I finally have a blog! (Insert Applause here).

After many failed "I'm going to start a blog today!" proclamations after trying new restaurants on my travels, or finding the perfect side table at TJ Maxx, or why I hate people who take up sidewalks with over sized umbrellas, I decided it was time to stop being lazy and make an attempt at"blogging". So fancy the word! I almost feel like this is a job and I should pay myself, but then i remember I have zero funding.

A little bit about myself. Ill keep it short since I'm basically the only person who loves to hear all about me, unless you want more and who am I to say no to that?! My name is Kathy. I have an angel as a husband named Coco, and three delicious and rambunctious canines named Frijol Manuel, Lola Isabel, and ChaCha Marie. I love middle names (clearly) and think its weird when people don't have them. I'm Cuban from Miami and I very often like to include that in any conversation I have bc I'm damn proud of my heritage. ( Que viva Chango!). I live in NY. A city that stole my heart and that I now consider home. I am surrounded by a great group of friends that complete me (they are colorful and crazy), a dysfunctional family which I love (you'll read about them too, you've been warned), and a blessed life that often causes me to pinch myself to see if it really is real. I hate the telephone, and will never answer my phone (i find small talk meaningless). I love emails, and I suspect this blog may make me more catatonic!
There are 3 things I love more than anything in this world: wining and dining, travelling, and tanning (and not tanning bed tanning. Old school tanning with the sun). Reading gets an honorable mention. So do dinner parties at Casa Buccio that involve spontaneous dance parties, too much alcohol, and great conversations with my UN of friends.
So lets say there are 5 things I really like.

That's me in a nutshell. But to get a real sense of me, just read my blog title. I have a comment about EVERYTHING. or at least almost everything. It's my husband who frequently tells me "Thanks for your 2 cents, Suarez." This is always followed by some useless bit of info or pointing out the obvious which I am SO good at. And its true. I like to add my "two cents" anywhere I can. I'm sure I get some eye rolls, but these 2centisms are a part of me, and go with me wherever I may go. So who knows! You may get lucky on this blog and get some 2 cent wisdom from yours truly.

I hope you enjoy reading my ramblings and my thoughts and all my two cents. I like to share things I see, experience, purchase, or maybe just share some plain ol' thinking bits that pop into my elephant brain.

Here's to you. Here's to me.
Enjoy!