Scenes from the weekend.

This weekend exceeded my expectations. On Saturday I spent the afternoon and evening at a friend's house in Park Slope. In honor of the Kentucky Derby we sipped mint juleps as we prepared shrimp and grits, collard greens, and a chocolate bourbon derby pie. Brooklyn was looking extra beautiful that afternoon; I simply can't get enough of those pink blossoms and blue skies.

On Sunday the Astoria Flea opened in the backlot at Kaufman Studios. We walked through before going to the gym and were really impressed with the vendors and layout of the new market. I spotted a few jewelry pieces and antique plates I would love to buy. We also shared the Khao Man Gai dish and a side order of falafel from The King of Falafel. Both food items were so delicious and I can't wait to get them again on Sunday! I had no idea the King of Falafel cart was always stationed in Astoria at 30th Street and Broadway, so I will be making more stops there as well. Brian and I are so pumped to have the Flea so close to home!