Recipe Box, Grilled Rum Glazed Coconut Shrimp

Posted by the Painted Apron on September 5, 2018 · 19 Comments 

Have I mentioned how much I dislike hurricane season? Yeah, so here we go again…but Gordon is mostly a rain event and I am cozy in my house with everything secured outside, and enjoying some alone time after an incredible weekend with extended family We spent the weekend celebrating HH’s life, sharing lots of laughs … Continue reading →

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Tablescapes, Winter Escape

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 4, 2013 · 18 Comments 

This post was written in early March, but I think you’ll enjoy the trip anyway! The Gulf Coast of Alabama is my favorite destination. Always. Well, except for when there’s a hurricane in the forcast…but we don’t have to worry about that for months.  This is the coldest time of year in both Birmingham and … Continue reading →

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Tablescapes, Seafood lunch

Posted by the Painted Apron on September 20, 2012 · 3 Comments 

Recently we entertained some very hard working friends during a leisurely September weekend on the coast.  I decided to set the tone for the weekend with a little “counterscape” on my kitchen island I filled a large shell dish [Pottery Barn 2010] with some of my favorite shells…then I added some blue pebbles just for … Continue reading →

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