Flea Market Spectacular!

*FYI Picture Heavy*

This weekend was particularly fun for us =) Not only did we take a trip to my favorite flea market event, (I've written a bit about past trips here.) we also took the kids to Chuck E Cheese. I can't think of anything more worthwhile than seeing your kids genuinely happy and smiling. I can't even remember the last time we had this much fun with our boys, time really just flies.

As usual, the Flea Market Spectacular didn't disappoint! They had booths, upon booths, of new, old, used, cool, & just plain weird items. I only wish I had a never ending bag of money. My home easily would've ended up on Hoarders if I could've picked up everything I wanted haha... Since we've been on a budget, I only grabbed a few cosmetics, and some beads. All in all they were pretty good finds!

Here are some pics from the event, sorry for the picture quality! Thank God for my hubs helping with the pics lol. I was too busy shopping, and a little scared to get booth owners annoyed =/ Hopefully no one minded.

 

 

This was honestly the most packed I've ever seen it! I have no idea where all of these people came from lol. Maybe it seemed like more people went, since we visited on a Saturday; as opposed to the last day? Aside from a great selection, they also have a small section where they sell fried fish, and other random food. I've never eaten inside, but we've snacked at the entrance where they have a little food cart, and its alright. The fried apples were pretty good. I think they also have an ice cream cart out in front.

I really wish I would've picked up those coffee sacks in one of the pics! D: I decided not to (Thanks hubs....) but I swear I could've made one of the sac pillow projects I have saved on my pinterest. *womp*. Oh well, maybe next time.

Here's the info for the event:

Ky Expo Flea Market

Kentucky Exposition Center

937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, Kentucky 40209

December 29-30-31, 2012-January 1, 2013

Sat. 10-6 / Sun. 11-6 / Mon. 10-6 / Tues. 10-5

West Wing/ Antique Pavillion

(They used to have this show 1x a month, but looking over their website, its now every holiday weekend. I'll update if I see any new dates added.)
Here's a link for a prior post I wrote on it here.

 Did you have a chance to make it to the market?

Happy New Year!!

May you and your family have a blessed New Year<3

The Flea Off Market- Louisville, Ky.

I have been *dying* to go to the Flea Off Market. Unfortunately, I still haven't been able to make the trip, but my parents were kind enough to take some pictures from the last trip they made =)

If I remember correctly, I think they said there were about 4 large rows of tents full of goodies waiting to be bought.

They had plenty of vintage items, housewares, Christmas trees.

Here's the concession area, I know for sure @HolyMoleTruck was there. Every time I see a tweet from twitter, I die a little inside. (I've been craving soft shell crab like crazy!) I hope next time I'll be able to check them out.

Here's a pic of their soft shell crab tacos. *Drool*

In Mexico, we call these babies Elotes. Which means corn on the cob in English, but as you can see, they're prepared with mayo, lime, chile powder, & butter. May sound like an odd combo, but I promise you you'll never enjoy corn with butter quite the same again!

 

I was pretty bummed I didn't get to go, but it looks like a lot of fun. From their site, it says they're open the second Saturday of every month, so I look forward to checking them out soon!

1007 East Jefferson Street

Louisville, Ky.

(502) 693-2657

Open second Saturday of every month, 10:00am-6:00pm

Have you been to The Flea Off Market yet?

Merry Christmas!

Photo Credit: The Sugar Monster

From my family to yours, I wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas<3

Vaseline Lip Therapy Original

 

While picking up a few goodies, I came across this itty bitty jar of Vaseline lip therapy. Usually, I purchase huge tubs (of normal Vaseline) that I keep in my bathroom. I've only used it when I've had EXTREME dry skin, or when I've ran out of diaper ointment for son.

 

This has always been a go to in my home. Even as a child, I remember my mom slathering on Vaseline before bedtime. This and Noxzema were definitely huge staples in my mom's beauty regiment lol.

I've been using it for a week, and I've had no side affects with my dermatitis =) This one is a keeper! It virtually has no scent, its not sticky at all, and perfect for on the go. Its so small, it easily fits into my purse<3 I'm such a lip hoarder, but my dry skin this season REALLY needs all of the help I can get.

What are your favorite lip products during the winter?

My heart.

 

Photo Credit: Fotozo

This past weekend has been a sorrowful one for all of us. I'm having a hard time comprehending the unnecessary events that took place in CT. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the families and friends affected by this horrible tragedy. May God be with you in your time of need.<3

Whole Foods Louisville, Ky

Every time I step into Whole Foods, it's like clouds part, and the heavens glow from above... or something close to that anyways.

Whole foods, is like this amazing mecca of gourmet food. I seriously couldn't leave this store without purchasing at LEAST one product. Everything from fresh mozzarella cheese, to "to die for" shrimp tempura rolls. And I really mean to die for.

On my last visit, I grabbed some sushi (thanks hubs), and 2 slices of cheese.

Parrano cheese is this AMAZINGLY nutty, and rich tasting cheese. I really love pairing it with green grapes and a good glass of wine. Bacchus Blush from Equus Vineyards (in Lexington, Ky) to be exact ;-)

 

I tried to find some Kasseri Cheese to make my Greek Saganaki, but unfortunately, they didn't have any in stock. The nice man behind the counter recommended I use Mitica Cordobes (Not Pictured), another sheeps milk cheese, in replacement of the Kasseri =/ We'll see how it works out, but I'm really hoping they have it in stock soon. He asked me if I wanted to special order it for a cheese party, and was kind of shocked when I said I just wanted to make saganaki at home haha. If only people realized how much of a true foodie I am lol. My meal planning at home, would make people think we ordered Ethnic Carry out every night =X

When we move to our new place, I really hope we can start having get togethers, and cheese tasting parties. I really want to start making a point of meeting new people around the area, and start going to more functions once hubs has more time off from work. There has to be more food lovers around here! I need some more partners in crime to scour through the Ethnic markets on the weekends. Either that, or come over and cook with me ;-)

Whole Foods
4944 Shelbyvillle Rd. Louisville, Ky. 40207


What are your favorite goodies from Whole Foods?

Check out my complete list of my faves.