Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
This event was for a male 40th birthday! A celebration dinner party alfresco. I went with the colors of blue and green because they are typically “male” colors, and matched the hydrangeas beautifully. There are lots more pics in our Flickr set or Facebook album. The take home favors were chocolate covered oreosstacked and wrapped…. Read More
These honey chicken salad cups are a wonderful bite sized appetizer that would be great for any occasion, especially for a tea party or ladies luncheon. You can make the mixture ahead of time and then fill the cups just before company arrives. Bon Appetit! Honey Chicken Salad Cups 2 cups chopped cooked chicken 2 celery… Read More
This weekend is the unofficial start to summer!! I decided to put together this outdoor party setting for any Memorial Day parties or 4th of July. And, of course, it is done on a budget! (see our slide show featured in the Richmond Times Dispatch here) I spent about $7 at Michaels on paper, twine, a decorative… Read More
Here are some Mini Muffins I made a couple weeks ago for a brunch. They were so good, several people asked for the recipe. FYI, I made 2 batches in 2 different flavors. Choose your favorite and serve for brunch OR appetizers! Ham and Cheddar Mini Muffins 3 Tbsp. butter 1 medium sweet onion, finely… Read More
If you’re like me, casseroles always show up on the table at holiday gatherings and pot lucks. This broccoli casserole recipe is always a favorite side dish to serve and is great alternative to the traditional green bean casserole. This dish is so tasty you may even get the kids to eat their veggies! Broccoli Casserole 2 (10 oz)… Read More
Serve up a dressed up version of rice with my fruit & nut wild rice recipe. This is easy and so delicious – it makes a great side dish for a dinner party or for the holiday pot luck gatherings. Bon Appetit! Fruit & Nut Wild Rice 1 box long grain and wild rice… Read More
Here is a popular idea that came from BHG.com. However, many people have wondered where to find little individual sized milk bottles. It is possible to find them in thrift shops but this makes it difficult to get a lot at once, or have them all look alike, so I decided to find an alternative…. Read More
Here’s our cheesy bacon appetizer recipe from New Years eve. It’ full of cheese & bacon – what’s not to love?! It’s DELICIOUS! Cheesy Bacon Bread Appetizer: one loaf french baguette 1 cup mayonnaise 7-8 oz. gouda cheese, shredded 1 lb. bacon, cooked & crumbled Instructions: Slice bread into 1/2 inch slices. Combine remaining ingredients and… Read More
Do you love to add a personal touch to your hostess gifts? Then why not make this “Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix in a Jar” for a party hostess, a school teacher, or anyone else you like to recongnize over the Holidays. Here’s what you do: Put ingredients in layers, inside a Quart-size canning jar. Cut… Read More
If you are looking for a tried and true recipe for mac n’ cheese then look no further than this one. Creamy and cheesy and delicious, this recipe makes a large amount. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings or big family meals! Classic Macaroni & Cheese 1 (8 oz) package elbow macaroni, cooked 2 Tbsp olive… Read More
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