ADRI'S WORLD

Daily Routine. Yerba Mate.

One of my morning routines is yerba mate or "drinking mate". Have you heard of it or had it?

Mate is a drink from South America. I grew up with yerba mate. My father is from Argentina and every morning he and my mom would have mate. Whenever we went to visit our grandparents, we would have mate with them. All this in the middle of Southern California.

Yerba Mate is a loose tea that is traditionally brewed and served in a gourd and sipped through a metal straw (bombilla). It is usually drank in a social setting, such as family gatherings or with friends. The same gourd and bombilla is shared and used by everyone drinking. One person (the cebador) is the server.

There are many benefits to drinking mate, it contains nutrients such as antioxidants, amino acids, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals. It's been said that it aids your digestive system, supports cardiovascular health and helps you control your weight. Some people even claim that it helps slow down the aging process. Sounds pretty good, right?

I love having mate because it gives me mental clarity and energy, without the crash of coffee. Although it can be drank with sugar, I prefer mine bitter and strong.

I still remember Brian's face the first time he tried it...It was a kodak moment. Ha! Now, he has it almost every morning!

 

(yerba mate can be found here or here)

 

all images by: popstudios

It's a Ruby Red World

Red happens to be one of my favorite colors. Maybe, because it's the color of love and passion. I love to mix it with black and create a very dramatic look.

The red lipstick adds a touch of glamour to any outfit and those sunnies would look amazing this summer. But my true love has to be that red studded chained wallet...there's no place like home for that one.

 

  

[1.rebecca minkoff wallet, 2.mac ruby woo lipstick, 3.zara shoes, 4.tasha bracelet, 5.chloe sunglasses]

The World of Matisse

 

As soon as I found out about the Henri Matisse exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I was ready to go. Matisse has always been one of my favorite artists, so I was very excited. 

They say that painting had been difficult for Matisse. He had always doubted himself so he repainted his work many times. He was a very celebrated French artist the beginning of the 20th century. Below you can see a couple of my favorite paintings from this exhibit.

Duo seemed to be having a great time. He was very "chatty" and kept pointing at the art. Although at one point all he wanted to do was run around the museum (not a good idea). Hopefully he grows up to love and appreciate art as much as I do. 

We walked around for a while. I could've stayed in the museum all day...and night. I never get tired of admiring art. I feel very lucky to have so many amazing museums close by.

It was definitely a great exhibit and I highly recommend it if you are in NYC. Hope you enjoyed a glimpse of our day at the Metropolitan Museum. Maybe next time you can join us.

 

matisse paintings: metropolitan museum

all other images by: popstudios 

A Day {Dream} in...Buenos Aires

Hola!

Today we are spending the day {dreaming} in Buenos Aires. We are having medialunas (argentinian croissants) in the historic Las Violetas Cafe. We are wearing Marni and Rebecca Minkoff. And the day has just started.

Let's dream Argentinian style. Want to join me?

WHERE: Buenos Aires

WHAT: Medialunas at Las Violetas

WEAR: Marni, Rebecca Minkoff, See by Chloe, Clare Vivier & Zara

 

 And now let's dance some tango! 

 

[1.rebecca minkoff bracelet, 2.see by chloe, 3.marni perfume, 4.zara shoes, 5.clare vivier clutch]

image sources: buenos aires, las violetas cafe, medialunas, chanel

Are you there love? It's me, Adri.

How often do you say "I love you"? Perhaps, once, twice, ten times a day? Now, how many times do you say "I love you" to yourself? Yes, to you. Do you?

Did you know that to fill your life with love, you must love yourself first? 

To truly love yourself, you must be in love with yourself—just the way you are. In your heart is all the love you need.

 

So excuse me, while I talk to myself now. 

"Adri, I looove you."

 

Have a loving weekend.

image source: all you need is love