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ROASTED TURNIP PUREE WITH SHALLOT BROWN BUTTER
Thanksgiving is the meal where tradition is king, but for me, Christmas is where you have a little bit more room to experiment. These roasted, pureed turnips with shallot brown butter are a good...
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A SIMPLE HOLIDAY TABLESCAPE
You don't need much to make a memorable holiday meal or tablescape. An elegant tablecloth, white plates, some heirloom pieces, a few candles, and a simple arrangement make for a beautiful table to...
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SIMPLE PARTY APPETIZERS
New Year's Eve is a time to focus on your guests and welcoming in the new year, not fussing over tricky appetizers. These smoked salmon endive bites and honey thyme brie are two of the simplest, yet...
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THE 10 BEST CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE
From my collaboration with DomiCile. Check out the recipes here!New Year's is a time for bubbly, but that doesn't mean you have to be boring about it. Drop in some bitters and a sugar cube and you...
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NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS $500 AMAZON GIFTCARD GIVEAWAY
Happy New Year everyone! I have partnered up with Coupons.com, and some of my favorite bloggers, to help you kickstart your new years resolution with a $500 gift card to Amazon!2013 for me was a...
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COLOR PALETTE
Following the holiday festive color combos that are most often iterations of red, green, metallic, and plaid, come January I'm ready for something fresh. Combined with the fresh start that the new...
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CARDAMOM SPIKED COFFEE
Having gone to school in upstate New York and having survived some of the freezing cold nights walking across the gorges with the FROZEN waterfall below, I learned that a great way to warm up is a hot...
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GAME DAY PARTY
Considering we don't have strong ties to either of the teams in this year's Super Bowl, the outcome of the game isn't our main concern, but the food definitely is. For this casual get-together, I...
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SRIRACHA DEVILED EGGS
My favorite mouth popping snack from our casual Super Bowl party was these sriracha deviled eggs. They are a spicier, zesty twist on the creamy classic. They make a great party snack because they...
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CRUDITE & CURRY DIP
The credit for the inspiration for this curry dip comes from my grandmother. Every time she comes to visit, I beg her to whip up some for snacking along with her signature drink that I've learned to...
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SUPER BOWL COCKTAILS - THE BLUE BEE
If you are like me and love beer, but still love any occasion to concoct fancy cocktails, you will love the Blue Bee, a beer cocktail marrying Belgian white beer with lemon and elderflower. This...
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SUPER BOWL COCKTAILS - THE BLOODY MICHELADA
The Bloody Michelada is like the sassy, but casual girl next door cousin to the Bloody Mary. It blends two of my favorite low-key brunch cocktails, the Michelada and the Bloody Mary. The addition of...
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VALENTINE'S DAY HOMEMADE THAI TAKEOUT FOR TWO
After 8.5 years together, making a big deal out of Valentine's Day and getting dressed to the nine's to eat sub-par overpriced food by less than thrilled servers is just not our thing (truthfully it...
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COLOR CRAVING: WHISPER PINK
Photo by Phil Oh via Vogue. Although I do like winter whites this time of year, perhaps the multitude of snow we've been receiving has dampened my attraction to white. Instead I've been gravitating to...
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CULINARY 101: MIREPOIX
Mirepoix, otherwise known as delicious heaven or your best friend in the kitchen. Mirepoix is a classic mixture of carrots, celery, and onion that acts as a flavor base for everything from soups to...
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EASY VALENTINE'S DAY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
This is your fail-safe guide to an easy, affordable, and beautiful Valentine's Day arrangement. Don't get me wrong, a dozen red roses are great and always welcome, but this arrangement adds a bit of...
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A SIMPLE OSCAR VIEWING PARTY
Although the Oscars are all about glitz and glam, to me, the perfect viewing party will achieve that without much fuss. A flavorful popcorn bar paired with a champagne cocktail bar that offers a...
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THE RETURN
Admittedly there has been some radio silence around these parts lately. This quote pretty much sums it up. I'm not sorry I stepped away and took some time to regroup, including a wonderful vacation...
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GRAPEFRUIT MINT NEGRONI
And I am back, for real this time with this refreshing, but boozy iteration on the classic Negroni. Perfect for a Spring cocktail party, this grapefruit and mint Negroni can easily be made for a...
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PROJECT MAISON: THE LIVING ROOM
You never really completely understand the value of a great apartment superintendent or landlord until you own a home. Since Project Maison began last August, we've grown to completely and utterly...
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THE 10 BEST SUMMER COOKBOOKS
To me, summer is about being able to go into the garden, grabbing a sun ripened tomato and making a delicious meal based solely on the flavors of the season. This is a concept that has been...
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END OF SPRING ALL THAT IS GREEN SALAD
With the last official week of spring, I am determined to get the most out of my favorite green spring produce: fresh peas, tender greens, and mint. This salad accomplishes using up all of the...
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COLOR CRAVING: LEMON YELLOW
As we start to plan our our backyard outdoor space my thoughts to what color accents we should pull in (see inspiration ideas here). Although I tend to stay away from yellow in most aspects of my...
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FETE TO FASHION: WHAT TO WEAR TO AN OUTDOOR SUMMER WEDDING
Stunning Virginia Farm wedding designed by Easton Events and photographed by Eric Kelley via Once Wed.With summer wedding season upon us and the need to balance looking adorable while not melting is a...
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CHICKEN LIVER PATE, BLACKBERRY, & HAZELNUT CROSTINI
This delicious and unexpected chicken liver pate, blackberry, and hazelnut crostini is sure to be your next party hit. It is filling, fruity, crunchy, savory, and nutty all in the same bite. I...
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