perfecting the "done before they arrive" party- a work in progress
Why is it that as summer days grow longer, so does the list of activities filling those daylight hours? From the heat of afternoon to early evening, you find yourself racing from one place to another, dashing to get it all in. One of the biggest challenges can be getting those weeknight dinners on the table. Here's an awesome riff on shrimp tacos
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perfecting the "done before they arrive" party- a work in progress
For many, Memorial Day marks the official kickoff to summer entertaining. How fun that I could fill my mountain home with my youngest daughter and her growing family and friends. There's something special about having littles and pups running around. It also calls for a well-planned approach so that your barbecue will come off without a hitch.
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Wherever I find myself, I’m happiest with a full dining room table. As a former professional chef and caterer I want to share what I’ve learned over the past three decades of entertaining. On this site you’ll find tricks of the trade to help even the most harried of you pull off a seemingly seamless fête. Come join the conversation! read more →