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5 Industry Insiders Share Their Sizzling Entertaining Tips at the 12th Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival

As a foodie, one of my favorite annual festivals on the Monterey Peninsula is Pebble Beach Food & Wine. From live cooking demos and grand tastings with celebrity chefs to 250 of the world’s best wineries and spirits’ brands, to call this mega-fest anything but decadent would be an understatement. In addition to Continue Reading

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13 Majestic Luxury Hotel Restaurants with Gorgeous Views

Aside from indulging in gourmet food, an integral part of any fine dining experience is immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the restaurant. That’s why restaurants with gorgeous views make any dining excursion even more memorable. Whenever we plan a vacation, one of the first things we evaluate are the restaurants at the hotels. Continue Reading

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Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest 2019 Brings the Upper Echelon of Food & Wine to Carmel-by-the-Sea

Last week in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, the 6th Annual Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest captivated the senses of both culinary enthusiasts and hospitality leaders at the historic landmark hotel, La Playa. As a “global fellowship” of independently-owned and operated gourmet restaurants and luxury hotels around the world, Relais & Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

Delicious St. Patrick’s Day Recipes from Celebrity Chefs & Restaurateurs

St. Patrick’s Day is always a jolly holiday to celebrate. To inspire you to expand your horizons and try your luck at whipping up gourmet Irish recipes today, here are a few delicious St. Patrick’s Day recipes from celebrity chefs, restaurateurs, and caterers. From decadent drinks to sumptuous desserts, here are some incredible St. Continue Reading

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Style Guide: What To Wear To A Food & Wine Festival

Starting with Relais & Châteaux GourmetFest in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California this week and then moving on to Pebble Beach Food & Wine next month, you could say that food and wine festival season has officially started on the Monterey Peninsula. To celebrate, today’s style guide shares tips and inspiring ideas on Continue Reading

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Galentine’s Day Party Guide: A Sweet Way To Celebrate Friendships

Brought to you in partnership with Amazon and Creative Balloons Manufacturing. All opinions are my own. One of the greatest joys in life is friendship. That’s why Galentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate with your fave gal pals. In today’s entertaining guide, learn how to host a Galentine’s Day party. How Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

Gourmet Holiday Recipes from Celebrity Chefs & Restaurateurs That’ll Impress Your Guests

Whether you’re hosting a lavish Christmas dinner or a festive New Year’s Eve get-together, you’ll want to elevate your entertaining efforts with tasty dishes that wow your friends and family. To help you become the ultimate hostess this holiday season, here are 8 gourmet holiday recipes from celebrity chefs and restaurateurs Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

Entertaining Guide: How To Host a Christmas Around The World Holiday Party

This post is sponsored by Line 39 wines. However, all opinions are my own. Msg 4 21+. Since the holidays are a wonderful time to host a festive celebration at home, why not make it even more fun for your guests by throwing a theme party? In collaboration with Line 39 Wine, today’s entertaining guide […]

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The Cheesecake Factory Celebrates 40 Years of Culinary Excellence & Creating Memorable Experiences for Customers

This post is sponsored by The Cheesecake Factory. Renowned for their commitment to culinary excellence and the ability to surpass customers’ expectations year after year, The Cheesecake Factory is proudly celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year. To commemorate this momentous occasion, they recently invited Inspirations & Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

Celebrate Autumn with these Delicious Fall Cocktails

With Autumn quickly approaching, let’s celebrate the coziest season of the year with these delicious Fall cocktails! Whether you’re just hosting a small get-together or planning a glamorous party, these gorgeous Instagrammable Fall cocktail recipes (from top NYC bars and celebrity caterer Andrea Correale) will surely elevate Continue Reading

Entertaining Lifestyle

July 4th Party Guide: How To Host a Stars & Stripes Celebration

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 […]

Entertaining Lifestyle

The Backyard Entertainer’s Guide to a Perfect Summer BBQ

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