Party Panache, Themed Charcuterie Boards
My daughter and I have had a lot of fun with charcuterie boards lately For her birthday party in October we served charcuterie in a big “C” tray {her last name begins with C} and I gave her this book, The Art of the Board She loves the book and decided to have a charcuterie … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Mimosa Station Sign
I’m taking a short Thanksgiving break today, so I am re-sharing a post from 2016 A festive thing you can do for upcoming holiday gatherings, is to set up a Mimosa station All you need is a sign and the ingredients for Mimosas! I set up the Mimosa station on our bar but you can … Continue reading
Party Panache, Summer Ladies Luncheon
Summer has arrived with a bang in the South, it is hot hot hot! Let’s keep cool today and have a fancy lunch inside I have been enjoying the flower filled Painted Birdhouse as a Summer centerpiece in the foyer It is the perfect spot to enjoy a cool Summer luncheon… Here is the menu … Continue reading
Party Panache, Feed a Crowd with a Hot Dog Bar
For the past four years we’ve spent Labor Day gathered with extended family on the coast They rent a condo nearby and at night we gather our house for dinner A Shrimp Boil is a great way to serve a crowd, Shrimp, corn on the cob, new potatoes and sausage, boiled in a huge pot … Continue reading
Party Panache, Birthday Football Bash
Last weekend we had a small family gathering to watch the Alabama/Ole Miss Game and to celebrate DD’s birthday We like to celebrate birthdays in a big way, and for DD’s birthday this year, HHjr had a pretty funny idea for a theme When DD first graduated from Ole Miss, long before marriage, children and … Continue reading
Party Panache, Delayed Derby
We have had a Kentucky Derby watching party the past few years, wearing crazy hats, picking the winners, noshing on apps and sipping cocktails… Of course in early May, everything was shut down and we were so disappointed… But when we found out it was rescheduled for Labor Day weekend we were thrilled! It has … Continue reading
Party Panache, Safe Social Supper
Last weekend I had the house to myself so I called one of my BFFs to see if she and her husband wanted to come over for a casual “safe” dinner of appetizers and cocktails They did! I was so excited! I set up a buffet on the kitchen island It was too hot and … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Sunflowers, Fish and a Birthday!
“Hey Gigi, do you want to play Barbie’s with me?” CC asked “Hmmm…you know what, Mr. Rex is coming to dinner tonight His birthday is in a few days, why don’t we set a special table…” “Ohhh, that would be fun, I love to decorate!!” she said “Mr. Rex loves … Continue reading
Holidays, Carnival Season
The main focus for most of us in early January is putting away holiday decor, healthy eating, and getting a fresh start for the new year But in the South, January 6, or Twelfth Night, the Feast of the Ephiphany, marks the beginning of Carnival season, a time of masquerade balls, lavish parades, and … Continue reading
Party Panache, Yummy Mummy Asparagus & Bacon Braid
With Halloween on the horizon, I had some fun with this Yummy Mummy Stuffed Braid But keep in mind, this is not just for Halloween! Dress it with greens to suit any occasion… add edible flowers for a spring party or shower, rosemary or holly sprigs for the holidays, berries for the summer… It’s not … Continue reading
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