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Polynesian Theme Dinner Party and Tablescape
A little info about our Gourmet Group: We are 4 couples who enjoy cooking, entertaining, and most of all, each other’s company. We take turns hosting in our homes. The hosts decide on the menu (theme) from appetizers to dessert for the … Continue reading
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Art Theme Tablescape and “Georgia” Book Club Lunch
Earlier this summer, I hosted my Book Club for our discussion of the book, Georgia by author Dawn Tripp. Georgia is a historical fiction book about iconic American artist, Georgia O’Keeffe. In keeping with the theme of the book, I created an “Art Theme … Continue reading
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The Wedding Journey: The Rehearsal Dinner
When it came time to planning the Rehearsal Dinner, we went the traditional route. My daughter’s then-fiancé’s family lives out-of-state, and his mother sadly had passed away several years ago. However, in spite of that, his dad didn’t hesitate to step up and … Continue reading
“The Swans of Fifth Avenue” / Vintage High-Society Tablescape and Lunch
“Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” ~ Truman Capote – Another gal hosted my Book Club a few weeks ago for our very lively discussion of the book, The Swans of Fifth Avenue. She (like me:) loves to entertain, … Continue reading
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The Wedding Journey: Little Details Can Make a Big Difference – Part 1: Along the Way to the Big Day
Details ~ Details ~ Details… Many brides (including my daughter) will spend months thinking and planning every little detail for The Big Day. Is it really worth all that time & effort?…. YES, it is these little details that can … Continue reading
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An Easter Book Club and “The Traitor’s Wife”
Cool Book Arch at “Roger’s Gardens” (Newport Beach, CA) – Another gal from my Book Club hosted us last week for an Easter-themed lunch and our discussion of the book, The Traitor’s Wife.
Roll Out the Red Carpet for an Oscar-Themed Dinner Party
A little info about our Gourmet Group: We are 4 couples who enjoy cooking, entertaining, and most of all, each other’s company. We take turns hosting in our homes. The hosts decide on the menu (theme) from appetizers to dessert for the … Continue reading
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Tagged cooking group, cooking inspiration, cooking with friends, couples cooking together, dinner party tablescape ideas, entertaining with friends in your home, Gourmet Club, Gourmet Cooking Group, Oscar theme table ideas, Oscar theme tablescapes, Oscar themed dinner party, tablescape blog
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Inspirational Details 
3 Recommended Reads: Simple Reasons Why You May Want to Read Each of Them
This first book caught my eye recently when I perusing the books at the airport while waiting for my flight to board.