Casual Patio Lunch with Friends
The weather is just right for al fresco dining, so I hosted a casual patio lunch with friends. I served a simple (but delicious!) menu, created an airy centerpiece, and…
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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 entertaining collection from Aerin Lauder’s collaboration with Williams-Sonoma, I knew…
Read MoreBackyard Wine Pairing Dinner
When my husband was approached by one of his favorite Napa wineries to host a wine dinner at our home, he jumped at the chance. And of course, I naturally…
Read MoreCinco 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 in the Southwest. Tacos, margaritas, and chips are pretty much…
Read MoreOpa! 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 covered in what looked like a white blanket. I couldn’t…
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