Barely visible, often missed by even the most adventurous local, Mayahuel is the definition of a hidden gem. Illustriously decorated, and so quietly kept a sceret, walking in, bottom line, just makes you feel special. But the real catch is that the four piece taco plate is just $12. Mayahuel is the perfect Taco Tuesday spot because you won't have to cop out with a too-sweet frozen margarita on the side. The cocktail list is longer than the food items menu, and the large selection makes you feel like a kid in a candy shop, a tequila candy shop. I reccommend the Smoke and Oil or the Spicy Paloma. See the cocktail menu here. Bring a date, bring friends, go snack on some amazing tacos, and please oh please order a margarita or else you'll regret it. But lets be honest, when as anyone had to beg for you to order a margarita... Happy Taco Tuesday!
Take some time to breathe and have a morning meditation this Tuesday. My favorite ritual is to go brew a cup of coffee, throw in a few coffee cubes (thats frozen ice cubes of coffee - I know... Genius), and take five minutes before you even think about the day ahead.
To make homemade coffee cubes for your iced coffee:
We're having a Fashion Monday moment today, and it is all about ex-boyfriend jeans. Ex-boyfriend jeans are the ones that look like you ripped them up in an angry rage when they finally pissed you off to the point of no return, and then you looked at the jeans, tilted your head, and went, wait... these are cute! Now that sneakers are chic, so are ex-boyfriend or boyfriend jeans. I just can't wait until footie-pajamas make it to the top of the trends. But until then boyfriend jeans work fine. They're perfect for a casual brunch or afternoon date, but can be dressed up for a work day or a date night. Throw on some strappy sandal heels and boyfriend jeans go from comfy to sexy in an instant. Throw on some flat sandals and keep it casual chic for the office. Pictured above are the KUT Catherine Boyfriend Jeans. See below for the Fashion Farmers little black book of the best distressed boyfriend jeans. A cellphone case speaks a thousand words. Especially these ones. Take a look at the most statement-making and creative phone cases out there. From designer to decorative art, protective to adorable, these rubber, metal, and plastic beauties will surely make you the talk of the town. Finally, someone kicks the Keep Calm and Carry On trend to the curb (thank GOD) and produces this. Received this absolutely incredible tank from Stylestalker earlier today, and suddenly everything was right in the world. The site offers screen tees and tanks like this one, as well as an exciting and trendy mix of separates and dresses perfect for the dressy day look that blends seamlessly into night. I love the site especially because of their personal touches, like this majorly personal note included in my pre-order. I guess being a committed Beyoncé fan has its perks. Head on over and take a look yourself. Happy Shopping!
Starting the day with a little magazine surfing was the major move this morning before work. Theres nothing like a dazed few minutes where the wall of magazines stares down at you, and everything blurs together in beautiful editorial harmony. Getting lost in a magazine store is a guilty pleasure of mine which I invite you all to partake in.
As a California transplant, I have been holding on dearly to anything California now that summer is rolling around and Rockaways is the only option beach wise. As I did my magazine surfing I came across a magazine I have always loved but never remember that I love. Foam Magazine, FOAM standing for Fashion, Ocean, Art, and Music, is a magazine that is based in Southern California, and the content is all beach waves, sandy butts, and clear skies. There's really nothing better. It's a monthly book, and can be found in nearly every corner magazine shop. Check it out for a splash of California lovin' if New York humidity is getting you down. I know flipping through the pages made my Friday a lot less stuffy. It's silly how we will watch a trend for a while and think so long about how we want to buy those super ugly jelly sandals or buy jeans with holes in the butt, sometimes we're so happy we didn't jump on the band wagon and show the homeless man on the corner what the color of your Hanky Pankys were through your "Ultra-Distressed Boyfriend" jeans you paid $340 for at Barneys. You never want to be in that position. Ever. HOWEVER One trend I am finally ready to play ball with is the short suit. Not only does the short suit dance around the mono-chrome print stacking trend, but the look is polished and flirty all at the same time. Check out this gorgeous Zara combo. My rule for the short suit is to go for the craziest print you can find without looking like a clown. Because who buys the black short suit anyway. My boyfriend should be jealous, because I am 100% in a sneaky side-relationship with my delivery man (make that delivery men). And frankly there is nothing wrong with it in my book. So if you believe in oven-crusted five-cheese macaroni or hand-crushed guacamole and plantain chips being delivered straight to your door or brought out to your table, over a home made bowl of pasta or slaving away over a meal for hours, you and me are lazy, fashionable, delivery-chic soul-mates. And I know it looks like I don't love anything more than talking about myself and using hyphenated words and phrases, but the one thing I love more than everything else is eating amazing food with amazing people wearing amazing things. So that's why I call myself The Fashion Farmer. I take more photos that you and your Insta-whore bestie combined, I spend hours planning outfits for days that are months away, and I eat tacos like a professional. So I wish you a warm welcome and present to you my grand compilation of style inner-thinkings and food snobberies, with a strong strong side of sarcasm. So eat up ;)
When I die and go to heaven, it will look and taste like The Meatball Shop. The Meatball Shop is a very tiny boutique sit-down and take-out restaurant that has dry erase menus, home made ice-cream cookie sandwiches, and an unreal selection of meatballs, sauces, and sides. See, told you, heaven. And if you aren't convinced, they are open late. And I mean 4AM late. Not only is their regular menu a winner, with options like "The Kitchen Sink" salad, where you can get meatballs on top of market fresh greens, and the famous sliced crisp apples swim beneath and jump out to surprise you and its absolutely joyous, BUT there are daily and weekly rotated flavors for almost every single item on the menu, from veggies to ice-cream flavor. The service is amazing, the food is amazing, The Meatball Shop... is... amazing.
A recent study conducted by me resulted in the findings that tacos are in fact very healthy when prepared with fresh ingredients and made with minimal oils and fatty meats. And these results have led me to conclude that unlimited tacos is therefore a very healthy and acceptable choice for a meal. But where oh where in New York City can you find yourself an unlimited taco deal? The top secret answer is Mercadito on Ave B.
The restaurant is known as a great Mexican joint, with tacos, enchiladas, amazing guacamole, but the catch is that they don't tell you about anything unlimited. Only locals know that if you walk in and mention the unlimited taco deal, they have to say yes. The price has changed over the years but usually stays in the ballpark of $22. I reccomend the Pescado, the Caméron, and the Carne be your first round. And don't fall for their trick of giving you "complimentary" rice and beans. Stay focused on the taco game. So good luck and I wish you the best of taco-eating times. But remember... you didn't hear it from me.... |