Conversation Starters: The wonder of Salt Cellars
“Above the Salt” Idea: Entertain guests like a pro with great salt cellars for your table. Do you know someone…
In Search of the Perfect Coffee Mug
What are the qualities that sets one coffee mug apart from all the others? Ever notice how we collect coffee…
Recipe for Slow Roasted Onion Dip
This is the onion dip taste you’ve been looking for – seriously. You’re going to want to keep this one.…
How to Roast a Head of Garlic
A fabulous “quick” preparation for a favorite… wait a minute… what IS garlic anyhow? Here's a fun fact about garlic.…
How will you make your football party stand out?
It IS great time to entertain your friends and family—make those memories stand out with a themed cocktail drink! As…
Football Season is HERE!
What a great time to entertain your friends and family—but don’t forget the most important ingredient! It’s football season –…
Home Entertaining Tip: Create a Great Cheese Board
Make it colorful and fun: alternatives for cheese boards, knives, serving bowls. I have a friend who grew up in…
Entertain like an Italian and Enjoy the Spirt of the Aperitivo
Enjoy the relaxed pace and informality of a timeless continental style. One of the reasons I became a restaurateur is…
Recipe for the Perfect Poached Egg
The mystery of poaching eggs is lifted. I love poached eggs. My mom and dad used to have them with…
Home Entertaining in Style: The best way to build a collection of fine silver and crystal
The secret: estate sales, flea markets, thrift stores. And they’re fun! For some folks, having the perfect set of home…
Two Drink Recipes, for a Nice Summer Afternoon Spritz
Bringing you 2 fabulous spritz drinks to help you keep cool during California’s dog days of summer-early fall. It’s not…