The Best Brunch in Town

July 16, 2013 Kelly Donohue

July 16, 2013

Cuttyhunk Island, MA

The day we head home: perfect weather! Ah yes. After days of being cooped up inside, dodging rain storms, and playing several rounds of Taboo, the sun has finally resurfaced over here.

We didn't want to waste any of it and so before we left the docks, we headed off on a walk to the local island brunch spot. It's the only breakfast place in town so maybe I'm biased, but I must say, both the views and the food are top notch. In fact, I'd say eating there while visiting is a must.

Aside from the quality food, I think it's also interesting to note that our waitress was actually the same girl that served us pizza at Sopranos the night before. This is actually quite common. Since the town is so small and the stores/restaraunts are only open a few hours a day, the locals shift around from job to job as the day goes on. And although Ive experienced this many times now- it always throws me off a bit when the same person who I got my dinner from the night before is then selling me a T-shirt at the gift shop the next morning. Yet another unique trait of this quaint little town.

Oh Cuttyhunk, I hope you never change!

Seen on the path along the way!

I chose this daisy dress from Forever21 for today's sunny morning brunch. I love floral. I love vintage. I love this dress. Most of all though, I love that the whole look is under $50. Yahoo!

Dress: Forever21

Shoes: Forever21 (Similar)

Earrings & Bracelet: H&M

ALL FOR UNDER $50!

A Tiny Island "Hike"

July 15, 2013 Kelly Donohue

July 15, 2013

Cuttyhunk Island, Massachusetts

Unique, quaint, and unlike anywhere I have ever been, Cuttyhunk is a tiny little island on the very tip of Massachusetts. Like the Vineyard, it has been a vacation spot of ours for many years, but it took me a bit longer (ok WAY longer) to appreciate it as much. The beaches are beautiful and we usually go waterskiing, swimming, and kayaking, but aside from that, the main attraction of this island has got to be its solitude, which as a kid, I kind of hated. I have, however, become wise in my old age, learning quickly that a quiet getaway place should not only be appreciated but worshiped, really.

Admittedly, it is much more enjoyable when the weather is nice, and on this trip, it was rainy and cloudy most of the time (so much for the “tropical" weather I boasted about on the Vineyard). However, we were still able to have a great time and even go on a hike of the entire island one day! Now when I say, “hike”- I am referring to an “LA Hike”. For those of you who are not familiar with what I’m talking about: There are several canyons in Los Angeles that are more or less walking paths with great views of the city. Excellent for people watching, ogling designer puppies, and running into famous people, they’re not exactly challenging (unless you’re one of those people who run the whole way or strap weights to yourself – ha! NOT ME!)

Oh wow I am loosing track here. Ok but anyways, we “hiked” the island… the lengthy mile and a half that it was, in just under two hours. Not too shabby! Now just give me some weights to strap to my ankles and I’ll be a HIKING PROFESSIONAL!

Some of the things that make Cuttyhunk adorable:

- Because of its size (1.5miles long and ¾ mile wide) most people get around by walking on foot or driving a golf cart!

- Only 1 dinner restaurant (an amazing pizza place where I had “The Don”). It is outside someone’s house and open 6-8PM.

- Only 1 breakfast place open 8-11AM.

- Only 1 shop and 1 tiny market but they do have an ice cream place on the dock right next to the marina. It serves 5 flavors a night and the flavors change daily (depending on what has been shipped).

- Only about 30-40 year long residents which swells to about 350 during the summertime.

- Local fishermen bring fresh lobster and seafood, ready to eat, right to your boat- YUM!

Cuttyhunk truly embodies all the beauty that is a New England summer. It has breathtaking landscapes, plentiful wildlife (we saw deer, bunnies, fish, and crabs while visiting), and incredible seafood. For me, it has become an indispensable retreat away from the hustle and bustle of my everyday life back in Los Angeles.

The best part about vacationing on the island is that anything goes! In fact, it’s the perfect place to kickback, forget about makeup, and tie your hair up in braids for the day. My look here is not particularly fashionable but it is fitting for a casual day of “hiking”, or a rainy summer day wherever you might be.

Pants & Earrings: H&M (Similar)

Shirt: Backwater (Edgartown, MA)

Shoes: TOMS

Check out Cuttyhunk!

Sister, Sister!

July 11, 2013 Kelly Donohue

July 11, 2013

Oak Bluffs Harbor, MA

Yes you read that correctly, I am back on the EAST COAST! After a redeye flight, a morning bus ride, and an afternoon ferry, I finally made it to Martha’s Vineyard! I was greeted by the summer humidity (that I have actually grown to miss), the smell of fresh seafood, grown men wearing pink Vineyard Vines shorts, and best of all, my family. Three hours of sleep? 14 hours of travel? Suddenly none of that mattered. We had cocktails, private beaches, shopping, and new restaurants to explore!

Vacationing here has been a tradition of ours since my early childhood and my summer just wouldn’t seem complete without visiting this beautiful island. Speaking of “islands”, the water out here is gorgeous, warm, and clear- almost tropical actually- and who doesn’t love that? Weirdos- that’s who!

Highlights so far:

Margaritas with Mum outside at The Quarterdeck (Edgartown, MA).
Fresh sushi dinner at The Lookout on the water (Oak Bluffs, MA).
Eating homemade ice cream after every meal at Mad Martha’s (Oak Bluffs, MA).
Jumping off the Jaws Bridge into the ocean (Oak Bluffs, MA).
Finding new treasures in all of the quaint little shops (Oak Bluffs, Vineyard Haven, & Edgartown, MA).

Fashion on the Cape is very specific: preppy, expensive, colorful, and nautical. When we vacation there, we tend to pick up some of those trends and dress accordingly. My sister and I enjoy embracing this style, without breaking the bank, to achieve our Vineyard looks.