Brrr.

Is it a bad sign that on Friday night, when the temperature in New York City dipped to the low 50s, I felt the need to wear a winter coat?

About this time every year, I start to wonder how on earth I'll survive the winter. Fifty degrees seems frigid as it is, thank you. This season, these colossal scarves by Yokoo - which I've coveted for ages - may  become the newest additions to my cold-weather wardrobe. If these don't keep me toasty, I don't know what will.

I'm also a fan of this very funny floppy hat.

And this one, too - while we're on the topic of oversized winter accessories - by fellow Etsy artisan, YesJess. 

Yawn.

I can relate, mister.

Looking forward to a cozy autumn weekend. See you next week! 

Photo: "Kanincheneule" by Martin Teschner.

Hairy Sock.

Quirky finds from the Etsy shop, Hairy Sock, including a laundry brooch,

a "pearl person,"

and a soaring sofa.

While we're on the topic of quirky Etsy items, I came across this Godzilla sculpture while browsing, and laughed out loud. If only I had more room in my apartment...

Visit the Hairy Sock shop, here.

Sweet Thing: Roberta's.

After tasting the ricotta pancakes at Roberta's for the first time - back when I still lived in Bushwick, a block away from the restaurant's door - I raved to anyone who would listen that they were not only the best pancakes I'd ever had, but one of best breakfasts I'd ever had. Period.

For a time, I worried that I'd talked them up too much, that my friends who were now trekking from all corners of the city to sample the dish for themselves would come away disappointed. But, lo and behold, (most) everyone agreed. Served with brown butter, maple syrup, and smattering of fruit (this time, blueberry), they're slightly crispy on the outside, luxuriously cake-like on the inside. Not technically a dessert - but arguably just as decadent - they're truly in a league of their own.

Note: On my two most recent visits, I received a single, massive pancake instead of the two that previously came with an order - a modification that diminishes the dish's greatness, but only slightly.

Visit the restaurant on Saturdays and Sundays during brunch hours to try for yourselves.

Anne Emond.

After spotting illustrator Anne Emond's work several times around the blogosphere lately, I had to check out her website. I loved what I found.

Two favorites:

More on the artist's website, blog, and Tumblr.

You Learn Something New Every Day.

Today, learn the difference between a "black eye" and a "flat white"...

...and pick up some dance moves to sweat off the jitters that follow.

Find Orbit Visual's "Field Guide to Espresso" products here, and the Thom Yorke Dance Guide tote bag, here. 

Happy Snaps.

Playful photos to celebrate the weekend.

On my to-do list: a trip to the farmers' market (I'm hoping for apple cider doughnuts), this George Harrison documentary, and catching up on some much-needed sleep. What's on yours?

Hope it's a great one!

Photos by Max Wanger.