{ A new bottle of my favorite-ever perfume (Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho, with notes of vanilla and patchouli) for my birthday ... }

{ ... A set of wood-handled steak knives accented with tiny fleur de lis and silver bumblebees ... }

Last night, a birthday present (it's on Sunday) from my parents arrived on my doorstep.

It's Le Creuset's 3 1/2 Qt. Braiser, and can apparently be used for everything from stir-frys to sauces to roast chickens.

I am so excited I don't even know what else to say about it. Recipes, as always, are welcomed with open arms.

I'm in Vegas! Here's a sneak peek at the look I'll be wearing to host tomorrow's INC event with Camila Alves. If you're in the area, stop by (event info here)!

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If you're in the Vegas area, come say hi!