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Monday, January 2nd, 2017
Good Morning Darlings!
Happy 2017 to you all. Hope your celebrations were fabulous and safe.
We threw a tiny party for 8. The menu:
Cheese & Salami Platter with Sea Salt Crackers & Holman & Finch Semolina Bread
Caviar Service with fresh buckwheat blini, sour cream and chives
Veggie lasagna
Salad filled with olives, artichokes, bermuda onions topped with a lemon basil dressing
Garlic Bread
Assorted Cupcakes
More than our share of Segura Viudas Cava
Table Decor provided by my friends at TLC Rents. I chose a purple and gold theme. Purple tablecloth with a gold sequined overlay. Purple napkins. Tons of votives. And for extra interest, small plastic dinosaurs were placed all around the table. Always opt for whimsy when you can. Look around the house – you will surprise yourself.
Since our party was so tiny, I decided not to post any photos of the guests. But – you can see the table below.
It’s like you are right there next to me!
Tell me about your night!
xoxo, Patti
Posted in atlanta, dinner, dinner parties, Dinner Party Ideas, entertaining, Holidays, Luxury, party, vegan | Comments Off on Happy New Year!
Tags: 2017, New Year's Eve, New Years Eve 2016, NYE, Small dinner party, Veggie Lasagna
Thursday, December 29th, 2016
Good Morning Darlings!
NYE 2017 is just days away – how will you celebrate?
We will celebrate in a very different way this year. A tiny little fete’ for 8.
If you have been following me for any time at all, you know my absolute go-to for bubbles is Segura Viudas Brut Cava. Honestly, it’s as tasty as wines that are 3 times the price and its $8 price tag allows me to buy in bulk (truly, I have 3 cases at the house – you never know who will stop by!) My friends can always count on me to provide them with a glass of bubbles. Life is a celebration, drink it in. Does that sound cheesy? It’s okay to be cheesy!
When the lovely folks at Segura Viudas got in touch about their new Reserva Heredad (SRP $25), I jumped at the chance to try it. Look how fancy the bottle is!
THE Drink for NYE 2017
With only a few faves gathering, a few bottles are affordable and why not spoil your besties? We will be feasting on roasted veggie lasagna bathed in bechamel sauce, yummy garlic bread, crisp salad, caviar and a surprise dessert.
The pop of Segura Viudas Reserva Heredad will be our soundtrack as the clock strikes midnight.
It should be your go-to, too! Happy New Year!!
xoxo, Patti
ps – Check out the fabulous music video on their site. It will get you all revved up to party! 🙂
Posted in atlanta, cocktails, dinner parties, Dinner Party Ideas, entertaining, Luxury, party, vegan, Wine | Comments Off on Ready, Set Bubbles!
Tags: Bubbles, cava, New Years Eve 2017, Segura Viudas Reserva Heredad
Wednesday, January 4th, 2012
Good Morning Darlings!
Welp, all the partying is done (until Super Bowl…), so I should really consider eating more healthily.
Let’s see what’s in the pantry and fridge.
Posted in cooking, dinner, Entree, Holidays, Lunch, potatoes, Recipes, vegan | 1 Response »
Tags: detox, healthy eating, Holiday Excess, Homesick Texas, Shedding those extra holiday pounds, Sweet Potato Soup
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
Good Morning Darlings!
My favorite penpal, Miss Sylvia, emailed this to me recently. I think it is positively brilliant, since I tend to cook for the Brady Bunch instead of just Eric & me.
Expecting a crowd? Love to camp?
Posted in cooking, dinner, entertaining, Hospitalityaholic, party, Recipes, Thanksgiving, vegan | 2 Responses »
Tags: cooking for a crowd, Cooler Corn, Mike Posner, Miss Sylvia
Monday, October 10th, 2011
Good Morning Darlings!
Did you know that October is Vegetarian Awareness Month?
How shall we celebrate?
Posted in Chili, cooking, dinner, Entree, Lunch, vegan | 2 Responses »
Tags: Harmony Valley Foods, Meatless Monday, Vegetarian Chili, Vegetarian Hamburger Mix
Monday, July 11th, 2011
Good Morning Darlings!
With summer’s bounty all around us, you may be longing to visit your local farmer’s market. New to the scene? How about taking along an expert?
Farmer’s Market 101 Inside
Posted in atlanta, cooking, dinner, potatoes, Salad, vegan | 2 Responses »
Tags: Amelia Winslow, Eating Healthy, Farmers Markets, Fresh foods, Fruits, Getting Healthy, Vegetables
Wednesday, April 6th, 2011
Good Morning Darlings!
I know I really should post more recipes, but I’ve been very busy.
Now, I know that is a terrible excuse, so today I hope to make it up to you.
Come on in!
Posted in Appetizers, atlanta, cooking, dinner, dinner parties, entertaining, Holidays, Lunch, Luxury, party, Recipes, vegan | 8 Responses »
Tags: Asparagus, Easter Dinner, Goat Cheese, Kermit The Frog, Pink Parsley Blog, Recipes, Side Dishes, Spring
Saturday, March 26th, 2011
Good Morning Darlings!
Bon Appetit is working in conjunction with HSN this weekend to bring you HSN Cooks! Spring Weekend Event on Home Shopping Network.
Some of their top chefs got together to offer up some wonderful tips for Spring eating.
The biggest Chefs in the world are inside…
Posted in Appetizers, atlanta, dinner, dinner parties, entertaining, Lunch, Luxury, Recipes, Television, vegan | 2 Responses »
Tags: Emeril, Fresh Produce. Cooking Tips, The Lee Brothers, Tips for Spring, Wolfgang Puck
