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The Perfect Wooden Salad Bowl
I’ve always heard salad tastes better in a wooden bowl. Maybe it’s because the wood grain absorbs the oils and seasonings over time, adding depth and resonance to the vegetables? Do you agree? All I know is that a simple...
Read MoreA simple trick to keep you from ever grabbing the wrong glass or using the wrong bread plate!
A beautifully laid table looks amazing but can create confusion. Don’t worry, I got you! Here’s a simple trick to keep you from ever grabbing the wrong glass or using the wrong bread plate again. And if all those forks...
Read MoreMy Skincare Routine
I get asked all the time about my skincare routine. Well, here it is, the four products I absolutely swear by. My routine is quick, easy, and effective. Products: SKN Beverly Hills, OneSkin, EltaMD Skincare, Rapaport Dermatology of Beverly Hills...
Read MoreGalentine's Day Gift Basket Ideas
I love to show my friends how much I love them. This Valentine’s, ahem, Galentine’s Day, I’m making these self-care baskets to give to my girlfriends so they can pamper themselves. But I’m always looking for suggestions! What would you...
Read MoreDe JONG & Co. Serving Board | Fran Berger
Every kitchen, especially one that’s short on storage space, needs a beautiful cutting board. Why? Because not only can you use it for prepping your vegetables and other foods, it’s the perfect way to serve a cheese or charcuterie board....
Read MoreDe JONG & Co. Catchall Dish Walnut | Fran Berger
What’s the secret to never losing your keys when you’re home? Putting them in the same place every time you walk in the door. My tip: get a beautiful catchall like this one that looks great on display. Get it...
Read MoreBrass & White Marble Stoneware Creamer & Sugar Bowl. | Fran Berger
I firmly believe that how you start your day can set the tone for how the rest of the day will go. Plus, those first few moments of the day are the easiest ones to control! I never really know...
Read MoreBrass & White Marble Utility Wine Cooler/Canister | Fran Berger
How can you have brunch without mimosas? Or celebrate any special occasion without bubbles? Or serve a fabulous white wine and know that it will stay at the perfect temperature for the duration of your party? You can either place...
Read MoreJelani Spoon | Fran Berger
There’s something so elegant and unexpected about mixing rustic with refined. But, to be honest, I wasn’t really thinking about that when I first decided to use this Ankole Cow Horn Spoon, handmade by artisans in Uganda, to serve caviar....
Read MoreOrganic Dishware - Extra Small White Stoneware Bowl | Fran Berger
I don’t know how I would function without small bowls like these. I use them for EVERYTHING. Dips, jams, nuts, mustards for charcuteries, candy, snacks, and on and on and on. These from Hawkins New York are made from solid,...
Read MoreEdge Grain Board | Fran Berger
If you’re like me, you grew up in a home where there were “fancy” pieces like china and crystal that rarely got used, and inexpensive, much lower quality pieces that got used every day. But if you’ve followed me for...
Read MoreMalia Organic Bowl. | Fran Berger
My home is full of conversation starters. I love to find unique pieces and add them to my collections, and I love it even more when my guests notice them and ask me about them. I cannot wait for someone...
Read MoreWhite Wine Spritzers. | Fran Berger
When it’s hot outside, and you don’t know what you want to drink, go for a white wine spritzer. Trust me on this. You can’t go wrong. I made this one with my favorite chardonnay from Davis Estates, but you...
Read MoreEntertaining At Home: Keeping Things Cozy | Fran Berger
Entertaining is ultimately about making sure your guests are comfortable so that everyone can enjoy themselves. When you are party planning, I like to think beyond the menu to include simple finishing touches to keep things cozy. And, as you...
Read MoreCrudités: A Must Have For Parties | Fran Berger
Crudités are practically a must for parties. People love having something light and healthy to munch on, and they are just beautiful on the table. I always, always, always blanch my vegetables first so they’ll stay bright and colorful and...
Read MoreHow To Make The Perfect Charcuterie Board | Fran Berger
My guests know that I love serving charcuterie boards. Not only do they provide an assortment of nibbles, but they’re also beautiful to look at. And it really couldn’t be simpler- choose a few options in each of a handful...
Read MoreCharcuterie Gift Baskets | Fran Berger
Going to a party and not sure what to bring as a host gift? How about everything they need for a fabulous charcuterie board? Here are my favorite foods to include on the boards I make for my events and...
Read MoreMy favorite Bluelene skin care set. | Fran Berger
I’ll admit it, I’m kind of lazy about skin care. I don’t want to have to remember all the steps required to use a bunch of products. So, this Bluelene set seems almost too good to be true. Three products....
Read MoreThe Perfect Champagne Flute | Fran Berger
The perfect champagne flute is delicate in the hand and light on the lips. I am so happy to bring my own design to your table. The fb by Fran Berger Collection is available now. I cannot wait to toast...
Read MoreBluelene's SunFix and BodyFix. | Fran Berger
I get so many questions about my skincare routine and, let me tell you, I love these Bluelene products! There’s nothing more important than sunblock for protecting your skin and Bluelene’s SunFix is a wonderful sunblock. And Bodyfix is like...
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