This post is sponsored by Domino’s. All opinions are my own. There’s nothing I enjoy more than hosting a fun party, but sometimes the time and effort it takes to cook for, set up, and decorate the party can get exhausting. That’s why, as a smart hostess, there are occasions when I decide to keep […]
Did you know that National Tequila Day is on July 24th? To celebrate with a splash of pizazz and a major dose of deliciousness, here are Instagram-worthy Tequila recipes (from top hotels, restaurants, and celebrity chefs) that will knock your socks off. From a boozy watermelon basil slush to a spicy tequila sunrise, your friends Continue Reading
While most people think of beach barbecues and fireworks when they imagine a July 4th party, the truth is – it can mean a variety of things. If you’re planning to celebrate Independence Day by hosting a small, intimate July 4th party at home this year, here are some inspiring ideas and helpful tips on how […]
To make your Summer Solstice Party even more festive, today’s DIY Tutorial shows you how to create beautiful paper flower centerpieces for your table. These easy-to-make, inexpensive paper flower centerpieces just require a little creativity, imagination, and some simple know-how. Let’s get started! The inspiration behind this Continue Reading
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Line 39 Wine. Content for 21+: The joy of backyard entertaining comes when you’ve put together the perfect Summer BBQ. You know – that cute and casual backyard party that’s both Instagram-worthy and yet totally fun to hang out at. Yeah, that one! Well, that’s Continue Reading
Knowing how to bake is a life skill that any entertainer or hostess should ideally have. To help you learn cooking and baking techniques, recipes, and skills, Sur la Table offers a variety of fun and informative cooking classes. During one of their recent cooking classes, we learned how to make a delicious Crème Fraiche […]
Since Cinco de Mayo is happening this weekend, it’s the perfect time to start planning the ice-cold, delicious margaritas you’ll be making for your friends and family to enjoy. To help you host a fun fiesta this Cinco de Mayo, in today’s entertaining guide, Celebrity Caterer Andrea Correale has crafted the below three cocktail Continue Reading
We recently caught up with Celebrity Chef Stuart O’Keeffe, during a Gourmet 3-Course Dinner he was hosting with Macy’s Culinary Council at Macy’s Union Square in San Francisco. Aside from treating guests to a fabulous meal (during which he did a live demo showing how each recipe was made), he also entertained us with his funny Continue Reading
If you plan on hosting a St. Patty’s Day mega-bash or just a casual get-together at home this weekend, you must be feeling lucky today! The next best thing to winning a pot of gold is toasting to a fun time with friends and family! To make your St. Patrick’s Day celebration even more enjoyable, […]
A few weeks ago, we covered “The Art of the Bar Cart” event hosted by Macy’s Culinary Council at Macy’s in Walnut Creek, California. During this fun-filled event, mixology expert, blogger and stylist Ashley Rose Conway of Craft & Cocktails shared her expert tips on bar cart styling and inspiring cocktail Continue Reading
To celebrate Galentine’s Day this year (and keep life simple) I’m hosting a casual movie night with a few close girlfriends. Complete with sparkling wine, an assortment of popcorn, and an array of scrumptious desserts, our plan is to indulge in tasty treats while watching one of our favorite chick-flicks (Sex Continue Reading
Super Bowl LII is just around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to start planning an epic game day party. For all the football fanatics who prefer to enjoy the big game at home, Celebrity Caterer Andrea Correale, Founder & CEO of Elegant Affairs, shares 4 delicious game day party Continue Reading