I watch the Real Housewives of New York, and on the show Ramona Singer makes this chicken for all her dinner parties and events. When she does, everyone raves at how delicious it is. I’ve always wanted to know how she made her chicken. Fortunately, Romona has posted her Chicken Herbs de Provence recipe on…
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Having a coffee and tea station allows guest to serve themselves when they wake up in the morning or help themselves to a hot cup of cocoa after skiing.
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Crab cakes are a popular appetizer on the West Coast. Not only do they make great appetizers, but they can be topped on a salad or even replacing poached eggs on eggs benedict, thus making an excellent crab cake Benedict. I like that this mustard crab cake recipe makes about 8 patties, so I can…
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When entertaining and for the holidays, I always serve a Charcuterie and Cheese Board. A large wood cutting board filled with gourmet treats is so simple to prepare and easy to shop for. Everything on this board was purchased at Trader Joes. Picking out cheeses and meats to fill any kid of board can…
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Spring is here, so are many reasons to celebrate. Such as Easter, Mother’s Day, Graduations, Baby Showers, Weddings, and so on. All the reason to enjoy a fluted glass of fruited bubbly. My stepdaughter graduation from Pepperdine today, and for her party, her sister and I set up this quick and easy Mimosa Bar. Our…
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In less than 1 year, my beautiful daughter Jade, met her boyfriend, got in engaged in Hawaii, married her fiancé, and became pregnant with her baby girl, Gemma. Such an amazing year filled with blessings and celebrations. Beyond thrilled and honored that Jade asked me to host her baby shower, I set out to start planning…
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Pomi tomatoes, from Italy, aren’t just for use in Italian food. I used a box of Pomi chopped tomatoes for a Mexican Tortilla Soup and it was delicious. I prefer to use Pomi tomatoes over canned tomatoes, because they contain 100% natural ingredients (oh yes, they are organic!) and are sealed in a BPA-free, stay-fresh…
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This Greek Quinoa Salad is so refreshing and gorgeous – it screams “SUMMER”.
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She’s always been there for me Just talking to her can make me happy She tells me of the hard times she’s been through In hopes that I won’t go through them too She’s an independent woman of stature and grace She has beautiful eyes and a lovely face An audacious strength from deep inside…
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Have you ever been to a psychic party? Neither have I, until I recently hosted my own. I have two amazing friends who happen to be twins and psychic. Chinhee and Sunhee Park belong to a group of psychics, called ESPsychics. When Chinhee and Sunhee offered to do a psychic party at my house for…
Keep Readinglemony edamame dip
When I entertain I like to make something a bit different that my friends wouldn’t normally make themselves at home. Lemony edamame dip is one of those appetizers that will surprise your guests and their . It is a light and refreshing appetizer best served during spring or summer. Living in Southern California, my lemon…
Keep Readingahi tuna poke+ sea-salt and pepper wonton crisps
The other weekend, we attended the Hula Hog Luau, which the beach club we belong to holds annually. Prior to the Luau, we invited a few of our close friends over for appetizers and cocktails. I served Thai food appetizers from our local Thai restaurant, but the biggest hit was this Ahi Tuna Poke +…
Keep Readingroasted balsamic strawberry sundae
The aroma of hot strawberry pie consumed the house as the strawberries roasted in the oven. My family quickly wanted to know what it was that was cooking. As I pulled the roasted strawberries out of the oven, everyone wanted to taste one. Yes, the roasted strawberries are amazing on their own, but so much…
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