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30 Oct

Halloween Martini - “Vampire Style”

categories: food presentation, halloween
Halloween Martini - “Vampire Style”

I featured this “blood rimmed” martini glass on a local news channel here in San Diego a couple weeks ago and have had quite a few people inquire about how to recreate the glass garnish, so here are the directions for those of you who’d like to sip your martini “vampire style” this weekend!
The “blood [...]

29 Oct

Halloween Dinner Menu: TRICKS and Treats!

categories: food and drinks, food presentation, halloween
Halloween Dinner Menu: TRICKS and Treats!

Whether you’re hosting an official Halloween dinner party or just enjoying a casual meal with family on October 31st, why not add some magic to the evening by bringing a few tricks to the table!
The October ‘08 issue of Everyday with Rachael Ray has an article called “Tricks and Treats” that is just pure genius! [...]

15 Sep

Amy Atlas Dessert Buffets

categories: birthday party, food presentation, hwtm
Amy Atlas Dessert Buffets

Check out these gorgeous signature dessert buffets by Amy Atlas Events. I’m swooning over every single image in her ultra-yummy portfolio! This is fabulous inspiration for re-creating your own dessert buffets at home. {Notice how the monochromatic serveware makes the treats really pop!)
Pictured above: chic pink & brown buffet…yes, I do believe those are lollipop [...]

4 Sep

GlamDish: Eggplant, Tomato, & Mozzarella Stacks

categories: food and drinks, food presentation
GlamDish: Eggplant, Tomato, & Mozzarella Stacks

Veggie-lover? Not a veggie-lover? Either way, chances are good that you’ll enjoy this easy, delicious side dish recipe starring eggplant, tomato, and mozzarella cheese!

29 Aug

HWTM on KCRA: Labor Day Party Ideas

categories: decorating ideas, food presentation, get inspired
HWTM on KCRA: Labor Day Party Ideas

I’m up in Northern California visiting family this week and had the opportunity to share a some Labor Day party ideas on Sacramento’s KCRA News this morning, which was so much fun! The focus of the segment was ideas for throwing a stylish & creative Labor Day party without spending a ton of money or [...]

29 Jul

Party Basics for New Nesters

categories: books, food presentation, get inspired

This visually appealing book might be called Party Basics for New Nesters - but it’s full of great ideas and entertaining inspiration that should apply to pretty much anyone…even if you’ve already been a “nester” for quite a while! Author Maria McBride offers tips and instructions for creative, yet doable party decorations, crafty projects, and [...]

10 Jul

Rich Risotto Rice Pudding

categories: books, desserts, food presentation

Today on GlamDish: get the details for a delicious Rich Risotto Rice Pudding recipe from the fabulous Sticky, Chewy, Messy, Gooey cookbook by Jill O’Connor!

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