Beignets In Brooklyn

I've been MIA as of late. My excuse? Exhaustion. Exhaustion and lack of couch.

Seriously. My couch was out of action for over two weeks, getting a nip, tuck and reupholstering in garnet red. All part of my home's ongoing facelift. But, it's back now. Looking great. And, allowing me to lax a bit in my small (albeit fabulous) apartment.

The past couple of weeks have mostly been a whirlwind of work.

Besides my recent weekend in Philadelphia with Mama Vamp -- more on that later -- there is only one moment awash in calm and contentment that stays with me still.

It was a much needed stop on Atlantic Avenue at Stan's Place for a deeply satisfying glass of Iced Coffee and three plump Beignets crowned with powdered sugar. The golden fried Beignets required a "little something" as a foil, so a thimble of jelly was brought to the table. I had hoped for Raspberry Jam, but I made do with the Grape Jelly on hand, turning the New Orleans pastries into mock Jelly Doughnuts.

The serenity didn't last for very long though. And, neither did the coffee or Beignets.

That said, I think I'm back now, along with my sofa.

More edible adventures to come...