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The Tastiest Cilantro Margarita
This Cilantro Margarita has a little twist on it. With super fresh ingredients it is perfect for Cinco de Mayo, a neighborhood BBQ or just a girls night on the back porch. I know you are going to love it. The main ingredients we are going to use in this cocktail are tequila, lime juice, homemade simple syrup, cilantro, kosher salt, and ice. We’re going to keep it clean and keep our ingredients fresh and to a minimum. First we are going to select our glass and use a little bit of the lime to coat the edge of the glass. If you prefer no salt, but the best way…
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Passion to Print Day 15: PSA! Protect Your Berries
A few days ago I brought together friends and their families for a summer gathering on the river complete with crabs, corn, craft beer and a selection of summer berries. The beer, I expected to go quickly but the berries went even faster. First of all, can I say how amazing the setting was for this celebration?! Thanks to my friend Dr. Dae Sheridan and her fantastic husband for creating a space for the magic to happen. They are regular entertainers and I am always hearing about their impromptu late night gatherings. Dae is a fan of “always having the house ready for people to stop over”, jute roping on…
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Entertaining Summer Style: Finds For Your Table
Memorial Day. Fourth of July. Labor Day. Three holiday weekends that are classic summer entertaining opportunities. You can almost feel the excitement building in the air as the dates approach. Our Nations colors become part of our home and tablescape design. Fly your flag high and break out the Red, White & Blue with these #SummerStyle Entertaining picks we think are must haves for your next gathering. PRODUCT LISTING + BUYING INFORMATION: 1} Lobster Cocktail Napkins by Caspari available via PaperStyle ~ $5 2} Red & White Star Paper Straws by Shop Sweet LuLu ~ $4 3} Red Rustic Serving Tray by FasProjects ~ $80 4} Blue Striped Melamine Plates by West Elm…
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A Classic Blue + Silver Centerpiece
One of my favorite entertaining tips is for every host to have a “go-to” centerpiece or arrangement that they can easily pull together in a moments notice when friends or family give the word that they will be stopping by, or simply to have on your kitchen table to welcome you home each day. This classic Blue and Silver centerpiece using Hydrangeas is at the top of my list as it is a fantastic combination of simplicity and elegance. To watch this video click on the image below. My favorite silver vase to use is similar to the mint julep cups found at the Kentucky Derby. I love to mix…
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Mardi Gras Hurricane Cocktail Recipe { #SundaySupper }
“The world-famous Hurricane is a Pat O’Brien’s original. The cocktail is a sweet alcoholic drink consisting of rum, passion fruit syrup and limejuice. The drink originated in the 1940s because of the need to use up 50 cases of the less popular rum that the local distributors forced the bar to buy before getting the more popular scotch and whiskey liquors. The drink was given to sailors in a hurricane lamp-shaped glass and the name “hurricane” stuck. The drink quickly become popular and is now one of the must haves when visiting New Orleans’ French Quarter. The Hurricane drink is still served in its classic hurricane glass, but many times it is seen in plastic cups because…
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How to Prepare for Entertaining Guests: The Table 101
I am passionate about entertaining. Not only my own entertaining, but your entertaining as well. In this video I discuss items you should have on hand to set the table or buffet for your next gathering. “Help! I have a fear of hosting a dinner party and I don’t know where to start! “ If this sounds like something you might say, this is for you. Get ready to send out those invites! With just a few items in your cabinet you can easily set a beautiful table or buffet for your next gathering. Entertaining doesn’t need to be perfect or stressful. It is about connecting with friends and family.…
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Red, White and Blue Celebrations
Summer is for Celebrating and if I had to pick one visual symbol that represents this joyful season it would be the American Flag. The colors red, white and blue are peppered through the decor, food and beverages of gathering everywhere. I spotted a few for you to enjoy and provide inspiration. Share your favorites in the comments below. Jello Partait Festive Cupcakes with Star Picks Flag Cake with White Icing Clean and Simple Flag Inspired Tablescape Blue Glasses and Towels Carry the Theme to the Pool Area Games Keep the Party Going into the night Enjoy this post? Be sure to share with your friends and sign up to…
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Recipes + Tips for a Fresh Summer Berry Cocktail Bar
The summer entertaining season is upon us and just as if mother nature could read our minds, so is the juicy summer berry season. How did she know? What a fantastic combination! And what better place to combine this match made in heaven than on the cocktail bar. Prepare to greet your warm weather revelers! Join me as I walk you through setting up a welcoming Summer Berry Cocktail Bar. Strawberries. Blackberries, Blueberries and Red Raspberries placed in small bowls or low dishes, provide the perfect colors and flavors to add to your favorite spirit. Provide a large bowl of ice, a wooden muddler and plenty of rocks glasses. Arrange…
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It’s not what I do. It’s what I do, can do, for you.
Thoreau suggests you should: “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined.” But are you? Are you living the life you’ve imagined? Has the pursuit of your career dreams taken a toll on creating a balance in your personal time and environment? Of course you love your family, just as much or more than your business. But how can you be everything to everyone, and everywhere, all at the same time? You are successful in the workplace, but struggle to get it all done at home. All while still striving to be the best spouse and mother you can be. Do you sometimes think, if…
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Cinco vs Derby. Lime vs Mint. The battle continues.
Kentucky Derby or Cinco de Mayo? Mint Julep or Margarita? It is an age-old question leading up to the first weekend in May. Well OK, maybe not age-old but still, a question that I have asked every year in May during my adult entertaining years. Living in the North East most of my life Cinco de Mayo was my excuse to have a party and my kick off to summer. One month before the traditional Memorial Day weekend, I would send out the invite and pray for a warm sunny day to host friends for guacamole, salsa, margaritas and the always popular “Cinco Brownies” outside on the patio. Then one…
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Entertaining In the Heat: Video ABC
FIRST THINGS FIRST: SAFETY CHECK Getting together with friends and family is the perfect way to spend summer evenings and weekends but being aware of safety concerns will make you the ultimate host. – Keep in mind the ages of your guests and their needs; both young and old. – Consider moving your event inside when temperatures are expected to rise. – Plan your events in the morning or late afternoon when it is cooler. – Be aware of food safety concerns. Only allow food to sit out for recommended times and temperatures. – Electric fans keep air circulating and the bugs away. – Offer non-alcoholic options and lots of…
