June 26th, 2009 |
My brother-in-law is visiting us this weekend – so it’s dinner for three tonight! Me and two boys?! Let’s just say they don’t appreciate the fuss I typically put into a dinner party! So this dinner is going to be low on design but high in flavor.
If there is one thing I know they both appreciate, [...]
June 22nd, 2009 |
Looking for a new idea for your next cocktail party? Embrace the outdoors and invite your neighbors over for a Cocktails & Croquet party. Full of festive drinks, appetizers and lawn games – this party is sure to create a little friendly competition!
Set up activities in your lawn such as croquet, bocce ball and [...]
June 21st, 2009 |
Ingredients
• 1 bottle dry white wine
• ¾ cup watermelon schnapps
• ½ cup white cranberry juice
• 2 cups freshly scooped watermelon balls
• 2 limes, cut into half-wheels
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients in a large ceramic or glass container and stir well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve over ice. Serves about 7.
Recipe [...]
June 20th, 2009 |
Make dessert your easiest course with this simple idea from Rachael Ray:
Ingredients
1 cup sour cream
4 tablespoons sugar
Grated peel and juice of 1 lemon
1/4 pound fresh cherries, halved, plus 10 whole for garnish
1 pint mixed berries (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries)
6 ounces milk or dark chocolate
20 sugar cones
Directions
In a small bowl, combine [...]
June 19th, 2009 |
Dinner at the beach….isn’t that what summer is all about?!
If you have a beach house, the “dinner at the beach” is easy enough! If you don’t live near water, invite some friends over for a casual summer dinner alfresco this weekend (with a beach theme, of course!). Create a casual, yet put-together outdoor space that will [...]
June 14th, 2009 |
Fresh tomatoes = one of the best parts of summer! Incorporate ripe, juicy tomatoes into your everyday meals with these fresh ideas.
Tomato Tart (via Southern Living)
Two Tomato Linguine (via Southern Living)
Tomato Feta Salad (via Southern Living)
Campanelle with Tomatoes and Feta (via Bon Appetit)
Tomato and Bread Salad with Deep-Fried Chicken Bites (via Williams Sonoma)
Grilled Tomatoes [...]
June 11th, 2009 |
Serve up this refreshing treat from Rachael Ray at your next party!
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh red grapefruit juice (about 4 grapefruits)
2 cups ginger ale
1/2 cup superfine sugar
2 tablespoons grenadine or pomegranate juice
4 maraschino cherries
Directions:
In a large bowl, stir together the grapefruit juice, ginger ale, sugar and grenadine until the sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9-by-13-inch metal [...]
June 8th, 2009 |
The ladies at Southern Living said it right – these salads are fresh, easy, and pretty enough for a party!
Here are a few new ideas for the next time your host asks you to “just bring a salad!” (clockwise from the top)
Berry Delicious Summer Salad
Spinach and Strawberry Salad
Lemon-Basil Shrimp Salad
Grilled Peach and Mozzarella Salad
Potato Cobb Salad
Mustard-Dill [...]
June 8th, 2009 |
My baby brother graduates today from 8th grade……I can’t believe he will be in high school next year! No matter what the age, or what level of education achieved, graduations are a time for celebration! These treats are sure to put a smile on any graduates face!
The oh, so talented Bakerella came up with this creative [...]
June 5th, 2009 |
Now that the summer months are upon us, we will take to the patio for all of our family dinners. There is just something about being outside that makes everyone relax and enjoy themselves. This weekend, gather your family or friends for a simple dinner on the patio.
Add instant ambiance by hanging mason jar lanterns from [...]
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