The weather is just right for al fresco dining, so I hosted a casual patio lunch with friends. I served…
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Blue, White & Green Poolside Dinner
When the weather’s nice, there’s nothing better than gathering friends and family outdoors. And when I first saw the new…
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China as Everyday Dishes: How to Incorporate Your Formal Dinnerware Into Casual Place Settings
How thick is the layer of dust on your wedding china? Pretty thick? You’re not alone. Here’s where I can…
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Backyard Wine Pairing Dinner
When my husband was approached by one of his favorite Napa wineries to host a wine dinner at our home,…
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Cinco de Mayo: How to Make Individual Taco Bar Trays
One of the best things about Cinco de Mayo is how bright and colorful this holiday can be, especially here…
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Opa! A Blue & White Greek Dinner
About seven years ago, I remember seeing a photograph in a Bon Appetit magazine with some famous chef holding a fish…
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