Sometimes all it takes is a delicious recipe to spark the hospitality flame. Honey and garlic baked brie will get you out of any party slump you might have fallen into. If you’re in a hosting rut, you’re not alone. Biggest Challenges for Hosting A Party Recently I was speaking to a group of women about hospitality. Specifically, we were…
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Sweet & Tangy Cole Slaw
We had a clean out the fridge party last night. Our house has been a revolving door of tweens and teens celebrating the first few days of summer and our refrigerator was finally down to the dregs — a random assortment of leftovers in mismatched tupperware. My friend Claire and her kiddos came to help polish off the last of…
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Walnut & Grapes Goat Cheese Dip
“Poets have been mysteriously silent on the subject of cheese” ~ G.K. Chesterton I’m always on the look out for yummy ‘tizers. Especially this time of year when friends are stopping by or I need a quick little something to take to a party. I have no idea where this recipe came from, but it’s scribbled on one of my…
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Baked Artichoke Nibbles
Just a little nibble. I need a little something for my mouth. My mother and I can justify almost anything… especially late afternoon. Or with a glass of wine. One day, many moons ago, we were sight-seeing in Paris. We weaved in and out winding, narrow streets in Montmartre and up the funicular to Sacré-Cœur. Across from the famous basilica…
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Shrimp with Mango & Avocado Salsa
We officially kicked off summer last week. Slower mornings, later evenings. Suppers by the pool. It’s all dreamy. . . except for my people are particularly needy when it comes to food. Last Friday, I fed eleven children at some point during the day. That’s a lot of watermelon, lemonade, and chips & dip. The boys headed to the coast…
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Bacon Wrapped Dates
My Monday morning gift to you, friends. Because everyone knows bacon is the best way to say I love you. And, the dates? Well they cheer have a good week. I wish I could make enough bacon wrapped dates to feed you all. Promise you’ll try these delicious bites for an appetizer or decadent snack. Feel free to embellish by filling…
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