four-ever
perfecting the "done before they arrive" party- a work in progress
Five days, three celebrations, and one make-ahead menu so I would never miss a minute with my oldest friends. Since the early eighties on the University of Michigan campus, the four of us have been showing up for each other. Roommates first, then bridesmaids, then the one on the other end of the phone for every big and small thing. So, when one continue reading →
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!