As we return to holiday gatherings, we want to enjoy our guests and not be stuck in the kitchen prepping the whole time. With a little creativity and a few lists, get prepped and pop some bubbly with your guests! Here are three holiday entertaining tips that can make hosting a little easier. 1. Be […]
read moreTrying to come up with appetizer ideas for your next gathering? With a little creativity an appetizer can turn into the star of the meal. The secret is to start with good quality ingredients and a tasty recipe – from there have fun! Here are three ways you can elevate appetizers that look and taste great.
read moreFour snacking ideas that will have you set up and ready to enjoy the weekend!
read moreWe all know the best way to learn about wine is by drinking it, but we thought we’d provide a few other ideas to learn about the many varieties of vino! Here is a list of educational and creative ways to fine-tune your wine expertise.
read moreWarm weather means picnic season! It doesn’t take a lot of planning, just a little bit of preparation is all you need for a memorable moment enjoying a daytime snack and fresh air or al fresco dining.
read moreWhether you are serving your board as an appetizer for your family or creating your own personal version for a virtual gathering, the fundamentals are simple.
read moreThe holidays can feel overwhelming, especially if the big festivities are taking place at your house. I have established a few essential steps for hosting over the holidays that help keep me organized and plan a successful evening.
read moreI take inspiration from the seasons when I’m setting a table, and Christmas is my favorite time of year for this! I gather greenery, acorns, chestnuts, and holly, then buy pomegranates and citrus. Rather than a formal centrepiece on the table, I create a setting tablescape, with greens spilling across the table, interspersed with the […]
read moreMy philosophy on starters (if you can call it that) is that they should set the tone for what follows but not upstage everything else. If you are having a sit-down dinner with lots of courses, it’s probably best to keep the hors d’oeuvre offerings down to a dull roar, unless you are going to […]
read moreIf you want to make interesting variations on your old standbys without constantly running to the grocery store every time you pick up a cookbook, it’s essential to have a well-stocked pantry. If you do, you can be more spontaneous and adventuresome more often. Of course, not everyone has enough cupboard, fridge and freezer space […]
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