Holidays

Not So Spooky Halloween!

October 4
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Not-S0-Spooky Halloween is a trend that fits any style!  All ages can enjoy the sweet whimsy and colors in all palettes representing the season.  Today I’d love to share some tabletop fun with plenty of holiday flair combined with elements of early fall.  You can mix and match just about anything for Halloween…no rules!  Grab what you may have on hand and just have fun.  This cheerful table is a blend of everyday dishes, thrifted finds, a little DIY, and goodies from the house & garden!  When planning festivities, never fret about perfection…this holiday is best displayed when it’s NOT perfect!  This also helps takes the stress out of entertaining and allows you to simply enjoy time with your family & friends.  My tips for easy entertaining?  Keep it small, try a potluck, and let what you already have guide the decor theme!   Let’s take a peek at some sweet inspiration for your holiday table…

halloween dining…not-so-spooky style!

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Wine Pairings Served Alfresco Style!

September 11
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Wine pairings are a fun way to try out meals or appetizers that may blend well with your favorite sips!  If you’re a wine enthusiast or just a novice, sampling vino AND delicious bites is always a treat.  When you serve them alfresco style it’s even better!  Early autumn is such a beautiful season to be outside sampling flavors of the season.  We love sharing wine and nibbles after a long weekend of working in the yard and today I’m excited to share some new favorites with you!  Let’s pop the corks and serve up some easy appetizers to celebrate the rest of the outdoor season!

cheers to wine pairings!

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Tikka Masala Turkey Burgers!

August 16
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Tikka Masala turkey burgers are a fun twist on a summertime staple…the hamburger!  If you’re a burger fan and want to put a delicious spin on a healthy meal, I have some dinner inspiration for you today!  Indian flavors will spice up these simple recipes for mouthwatering, alfresco fun.  Using prepared goodies from your grocer, you can effortlessly add fantastic flavor to an otherwise ordinary meal!  I was really excited to work with Maya Kaimal products to come up with a dinner that pleased everyone in my house!  I can’t wait to share a new recipe with you and hope you love it like my family did!  Not a turkey burger fan?  You may be surprised if you give it a try.  (my family thought they were beef!)  AND you can cook them right on the stovetop…no bbq required.  Let’s enjoy  flavorful meals outdoors a little longer…

tasty tikka turkey burgers!

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Celebrate

A Key West Party…Ideas for Summer Fun!

August 9
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A Key West party theme is a fun & festive way to celebrate summer!  The mood is laid-back and the decor can be a casual blend of rustic, kitschy and tropical.  When I think of Key West what comes to mind are sunset hues, driftwood & shells, flip flops, key lime, the iconic totem pole AND margaritas!  You can relax and have fun with this theme because anything goes! I’m excited to share some of the ways my family celebrated with friends on a balmy summer eve.  You might find some seasonal inspo that will help you create a tropical vibe for your next gathering.  It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere…

raise a glass to margaritaville!

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An Effortless Dessert Board!

July 26
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An effortless dessert board is just what you need for impromtu gatherings!  Using baked goods (homemade or from the grocer) and a little fresh fruit, you can create the perfect sweet treat! I love keeping an assortment of dessert bread or pound cakes in the freezer just in case I need to serve something last-minute.  They pair wonderfully with fruit, spreads, whipping cream or ice cream…all of which you may already have on hand!  All you have to do is slice them up, pile them on a pretty platter and serve!  I’ll share a board I recently made using sweets right from my freezer and pantry!  And I’ll include our favorite dessert bread recipes too!  So grab a tray…

time for effortless dessert!

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Citrus Cocktails for Summer!

July 12
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Citrus cocktails are wonderful for summer sipping.  Bright, crisp flavor and icy cold…just perfect for cooling off on a hot day!   I’m really excited to partner with Sobieski Vodka to share some wonderful recipes today using their new grapefruit vodka.  Not only are they easy drinks to craft but they’re so beautiful too!  Honestly the colors remind me of hues in a summer sunset and they taste just as divine as they look.  So let’s get right to it today and raise a glass to the dog days of summer!

citrus cocktails…summer fun!

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Brie and Berries for 4th of July!

June 28
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Brie and berries is such a great combination!  Bake the cheese until it’s bubbly hot and serve it with berries in balsamic glaze and you have an appetizer that your guests can’t stop eating!  It’s perfect for 4th of July celebrations because the gooey fruit is in patriotic colors!  I’m sharing the super easy and delicious recipe but also a whimsical way to serve it for the holiday that’s not all star-spangled and red, white and blue.  I love traditional holiday color but sometimes it’s nice to change it up a bit!  You can still create a festive spread but put a new twist on it depending on what you have on hand!  The Fourth of July is just around the corner so celebrate easy with a whimsical snack table!

brie and berries…delicious fun!

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Red White & Blue Berries & Star-Spangled Scones!

June 7
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Red, white, & blue berries and star-spangled scones will delight your family on the 4th of July!  Patriotic colored berries and vanilla ice cream will make the sweetest toppings for your holiday biscuits.  Cut them out into festive stars and you have an easy dessert that everyone will love!  Today I’d like to share one of my favorite recipes and how I served these sweet scones with a little holiday flair!  Easy peasy and fresh for the Fourth!

star-spangled sweetness!

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A Brats and Dogs Charcuterie!

May 17
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A brats and dogs charcuterie will be the easiest dinner to serve at upcoming patriotic celebrations!  Throw them on a platter with all the toppings you love…and you have a meal that won’t disappoint!!  The great thing about simple bbq food?  It’s perfect for casual dinners ALL summer long.  No fancy table settings, just mounds of dishes and food piled on the table for serve-yourself dining that makes it easy on everyone!  Check out the delicious fun…

brats and dogs on a patriotic table!

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A Simple Fiesta!

April 25
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A simple fiesta for Cinco de Mayo can be easy to pull off…even if it’s last-minute!  An effortless menu and festive details will make your May 5 celebration stress-free and so much fun!  Whether you’re having a party for guests or just entertaining your family, a fiesta can be such a fun tradition for welcoming spring!  Today I’d like to share some inspiration for decorations, and one of our favorite semi-homemade meals that we often enjoy throughout the year.  And when it comes to decor, you can blend together things you already own or add a couple new party supplies.  Either way, it isn’t hard to set a table that will capture the festivity of the holiday!  I’d love to share some of the elements I’ll be using this year…and where to grab some goodies to keep on hand for fiesta fun any time of the year!

simple elements…a simple fiesta!

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