Want an easy, no-bake, but beautifully presentable dessert? Here’s my version of tulip shaped pound cake with berries. I used Sara Lee All Butter Pound Cake, found in the freezer section. Check out how I made this for my Casual Patio Lunch with Friends and topped it with lavender whipped cream. Let thaw in refrigerator for about an hour, then remove…
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8 Row Chopped Salad
You’ve probably seen multiple versions of this salad, but it never disappoints. I call it my 8 Row Chopped Salad. Great for parties, lunches, showers, brunches, dinners, it’s also super versatile – you can make this recipe your own for sure! Here’s my version that I used for recent dinner party: Salad: 1 cup cooked Israeli couscous 3 cups chopped…
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Crab Cakes with Dijon Aioli
One of my greatest party dish hack ever – these pre-made crab cakes from Trader Joe’s! Find them in the frozen seafood section, and simply bake for 12-15 mins until golden. Just a few extra touches to add flair, and you’re done: Swirl a small dollop of dijon aioli (also at TJ’s) on top Add finely diced red peppers Add…
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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 I had to host a poolside dinner party as an excuse to buy some of the collection’s pieces. Check out some of my ideas for entertaining with this collection, along…
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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 help. I’m going to show you how to use that ignored, lonely, beautiful china as everyday dishes. Read on to see how I was able to transform one of my neighbor’s wedding china and another friend’s Great-aunt’s formal china into…
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