Anatomy of a Dinner Party: a day in the life of a hospitalityaholic
 

FFF-Big Gay Supper Club

Written by Patti on March 11th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Oh how I love to meet new folks. And the other night at The Big Gay Supper Club, I did just that.

Invited by creator, Rande Head, and held at Rosebud, a restaurant I’ve been dying to try, it was a fun night out.
Lots of fun photos inside.

 

Best of Atlanta

Written by Patti on March 10th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Best of Atlanta is an annual event held by Atlanta Magazine to fete the best of the best. I was invited by my sweet friend Stuart from The Foundry, the swanky design showroom that has produced two of the coolest parties I have attended in recent memory.

In fact, Stuart and I are in talks to produce an Anatomy of a Dinner Party dinner at their showroom. I am thrilled to be partnering with one of the most sought after companies in the city. And, I don’t have total confirmation, but one designer friend of mine is in talks to design each table. Stayed tuned and let me know how you feel about this venture. There are others in the works, too!
Join the party? It’s the Best!

 

Chioke Meets Jimmy Fallon

Written by Patti on March 9th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

If you have been reading the blog for a while, you probably feel like you know my friends really well. One of my very favorites, Chioke, moved to NYC last year. And while I miss him like crazy, I was thrilled when he agreed to become my big city correspondent and attend a very special event.

It is so exciting to know that Chioke is in New York and willing to act as our bureau chief so we can bring you lots more exciting news.

And now I will hand it over to our NYC Bureau Chief for AOADP, Chioke. Thanks, Honey!

What are you waiting for? Come on in!

 

Did Someone Say Fat Tuesday?

Written by Patti on March 8th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Our friend Tim in NYC sent me these great cocktail ideas just in time for Fat Tuesday. And if you can’t be in New Orleans, at least you can pretend with these luscious libations.
What are you waiting for? Come on in!

 

Mary Had A Little Goat

Written by Patti on March 7th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Honestly, you would think I would be done celebrating my birthday by now. After all, it’s been three weeks since I turned another year older. But, no, Crystal took me out for an incredible day on Saturday and it was delicious, precious and educational.
You are going to want to check this out….

 

FFF-Everyone Deserves Clean Water

Written by Patti on March 4th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

So many parties this week! Hot diggity. The weather is starting to smile on us here in Atlanta and grace us with warmer temperatures, making all of us very happy indeed.

You know I am not one to get up on a soapbox, but I sure am grateful for everything and everyone in my life. We tend to forget that not everyone in the rest of the world has such a rosy situation. My friend, Colin, is working to change that. His organization, Trashwater.org, is working to provide clean and sustainable water for developing countries. Do you know that billions of people don’t even have clean water to drink? While we’re over here worrying about which hot spot to choose on Friday for date night.

Now, you can do both. Help those less fortunate receive the resources they so desperately need, while enjoying a hip, fun Friday night out. Two birds, one stone, y’all.

Colin tells me there will be 25 local artists, DJ Chris Devoe (smooth and cool) Bar (sponsored by PBR) great raffle items including dinner at premier restaurants, tattoo sessions, photography sessions, Fleet Fox tickets, and more!!!

I don’t know what a Fleet Fox is, but I bet you hip kids do. So come on out and let’s drink some PBR, do a little dancing and buy some art for an astounding cause. I will absolutely be there, too.

You should be, too. I’ll save you a dance.

xoxo, Patti

Today blogging to Doobie Brothers – Black Water

 

Like A Kid In A Swoozie Store!

Written by Patti on March 3rd, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Last night I helped Swoozie’s celebrate their 10th birthday and it was so much fun. Their Chastain Square store is huge and filled with anything you could ever need for a party.
Champagne, Confetti and Cookies!

We’re celebrating in here! Close the door behind you…

 

Swooning for Swoozie’s

Written by Patti on March 2nd, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Today is a very special day for me! I am so excited to let you know that Swoozie’s has chosen me to be one of their party experts in conjunction with their 10th birthday. And to celebrate, there will a party tonight at their 4285 Roswell Rd, Chastain Square, location from 6-8pm.

Please come out and give me a hug (free!) and shop (20% off!) and clink glasses with me over a cocktail (or two). I have selected 10 of Swoozie’s fabulous items for a themed party, which will be revealed tomorrow night. Let’s talk entertaining, celebrations or how to make every day a party for you and your favorites.

It would mean the world to me to see you there. Swoozie’s party treats are most posh way to throw a bash. And yes, I knew that even before they put a party princess tiara on my head.

Join me? It is going to be Swoozierific!

xoxo, Patti

Today blogging to Donna Fargo – Happiest Girl In The Whole U.S.A.

 

Allen’s Chicken Pot Pie

Written by Patti on March 1st, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Remember on my birthday, my sweet friend Allen gifted me with a homemade chicken pot pie? Goodness gracious, it was delicious. And, as expected, gobbled up like hungry badgers by E and me.

It looks so delicious!

 

Birthday Pizza and Porch Drinks

Written by Patti on February 28th, 2011

Good Morning Darlings!

Well, it’s been a week but it seemed like the birthday fiesta went on and on. Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday Sunday Sunday (insert motocross announcer voice here). Sunday was my actual birthday and we gathered everyone to eat pizza, leftover nibbles from Saturday night and drink some lively libations. What I didn’t know was that Eric had asked our dear Lisa to bake me a cake. What a cake!
You’re invited! Come on in.