Happy Friday, gang! Are you ready to Spring into Style? Spring has officially arrived, and with it comes the perfect excuse to embrace relaxed, casual outfits that make us feel both comfortable and chic. Fridays with Oscar is about celebrating the season’s fresh energy with an effortless style perfect for any laid-back occasion. Picture yourself slipping into your favorite spring pieces, sipping on a refreshing sake cocktail, and enjoying easy-to-make gyoza dumplings—perfect for an at-home happy hour. It’s the ideal way to welcome the season, unwind, and treat yourself to a moment of relaxation.
Spring into Style with Beth
Finish off the look with these Pointed Toe Denim Flats from Ann Taylor, which are both stylish and practical. These versatile shoes add a touch of sophistication while keeping your feet comfortable all day long. These flats are the perfect complement to your effortless Friday style.
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Spring into Style with Kelly
Fridays with Oscar is all about casual outfits, and I usually shop my closet – which is easy to do if you have a collection of tried and true classic wardrobe staples. Cashmere Tees from J.Crew are at the top of my spring wardrobe list. I brought this top along with me to Barcelona, you can see my capsule wardrobe here. Classic chinos are also on my list– these are old, but find a similar pair at Vineyard Vines. I am wearing a new item today though, The Milano Fisherman Sandal from Madewell.
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The Benefit: A Sake Cocktail
This is a refreshing cocktail with a low ABV, that you can make lower by nixing the vodka. I love the refreshing flavor of grapefreiut juice in this sake cocktail, but if you can’t tolerate grapefruit due to medications, try swapping with orange juice for a citrusy alternative.
- 4 tbsps. Lemongrass paste
- 1 tsp. Grated fresh ginger
- 3 tsp. Sugar
- 2 oz. vodka
- 1 cup premium sake
- 3 oz. freshly squeezed pink or ruby red grapefruit juice
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Lemon twist for garnish
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Muddle together in the bottom of a cocktail shaker sugar, lemongrass paste, and grated ginger. Pour in vodka and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
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Add sake, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and plenty of ice. Shake well, until very cold. Double-strain into an ice-filled glass, garnish with a lemon twist.
No-Wrap Gyoza Dumplings
Asian dumplings are one of the best things on earth, in my opinion! I always want to make them from scratch but get discouraged with the time and effort it takes to make the dough and fold the dumplings. These No-Wrap Gyoza Dumplings are a great way to get a fresh dumpling without the hassle of making the dough and wrapping the dumpling.
- 4 Napa cabbage leaves
- Pinch of kosher salt
- ¼ cup finely chopped chives
- 6 oz. ground pork
- 1 tbsp. Japanese BBQ Sauce
- 1 tbsp. Sake
- 1 tbsp. Cornstarch
- Pinch of kosher salt
- Drizzle Sesame Oil
- 10 Dumpling Wrappers
- 3 tbsp. Water
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Chop the cabbage and rub it with salt. Let sit for 15 minutes, then squeeze out the liquid.
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In a medium bowl, combine the pork, cabbage, chives, BBQ sauce, sake, and cornstarch. Mix well.
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Grease a nonstick frying pan with sesame oil. Use a tablespoon to measure out 10 balls of the pork mixture and place the balls directly on the oiled nonstick pan.
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Place a dumpling wrapper over each meatball.
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Cook on medium heat until the bottoms begin to brown.
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Add the water to the pan and cook with the lid on until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Drizzle on more sesame oil and continue to cook until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.
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Serve with soy sauce and chili oil.
Spring into Style with Us! Cheers!
Oscar, Ollie, Kelly, and I wish you all a beautiful weekend!
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