After whirlwind trips to Paris and London, I came home to properly celebrate my 30th birthday. A 30th birthday comes but once in a lifetime and I couldn’t have been happier to celebrate with friends and family. And, in the true spirit of such an occasion, the celebrating actually started over [...]
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October 27th, 2012 - 10:29 am § in ENTERTAINING, NIGHTLIFE
On The Town: Pumpkin Beer with a Pumpkin Spiced Rim – Pour House
‘Tis the season for all things pumpkin. Though my passion for pumpkin flavored coffee, baked goods and savory recipes is not limited to the fall, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of these special limited time items. Case and point – pumpkin beer! Recently, I met my dear [...]
Easy Entertaining: Three Colorful and Delicious Dinner Party Salads
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, or planning a special at home dinner, a delicious salad can leave a lasting impression. To truly wow your dinner companions, think beyond the traditional “house salad” of lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes and carrots and seek inspiration from vibran[...]
April 30th, 2012 - 7:09 pm § in ENTERTAINING, RECIPES
Easy Entertaining: Hosting an Elegant At-Home Bridal Shower
Editor’s Note: It must be wedding season, because this useful blog entry I wrote two years ago is getting a lot of hits lately. In the spirit of sharing, I’m re-publishing for new blog readers. Enjoy! The prospect of throwing an at-home bridal shower can seem daunting – and rightfu[...]
January 27th, 2012 - 7:43 pm § in ENTERTAINING, RECIPES
Easy Entertaining: A Cute DIY Bridal Shower Favor
As someone who has hosted a bridal shower, I understand how easy it is to overlook the shower favor. With so many details to stay on top of, who can blame the poor host? If you’re looking for bridal shower favor inspiration, here’s a sweet idea. While a lot of people may not have time [.[...]