When one of my BFFs had an upcoming birthday, we skipped our usual lunch outing and enjoyed tea in my garden instead. That’s when I came up with a garden birthday tea for two. After all, what more intimate way to celebrate a beautiful friend than a special affair just for her? With my garden in bloom and the smell…
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Host the perfect happy hour with these tips. With the right appetizer recipes and cocktail recipes, entertaining can be a breeze!
Flowers add the finishing touch to any gathering. Here are a few of my best tips on arranging, buying, and displaying flowers when entertaining.
Spiralize your hot dogs for a fun twist on this classic summer food, and serve with Chicago-style salsa and hot 4-bean salad.
My grandma used to serve Cheetos in a crystal bowl with white linen cocktail napkins and vodka tonics in ultra-thick highball glasses complete with silver stir sticks. It seemed so fancy at the time, but now that I look back, it was all in the presentation. She wasn’t a very good cook, (sorry, grandma) but no one noticed. If you…
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