February 14th is my very favorite day of the year! Although some may be lead to believe that Halloween is my happiest of holidays, but my heart truly belongs to St. Valentine. This day represents the trifecta of all that I adore: tasty candy, perfect color combination of pink, red and white and lastly, the outward expression of love and hope. ... read more
With Thanksgiving a week behind us and New Year's Eve 30 days away, we are in the preliminary phrase of the premier party season. While most of us will be guests in someone's home, some of us will do the entertaining. Creating a festive and comfortable party atmosphere should be the priority of the hostess and this extends beyond the food, ... read more
As the gift giving season rapidly approaches, my hands are wrapped up in retail holiday prep and my head is trying to wrap itself around all the client work I have, considering (and shopping) for an appropriate hostess gift is definitely on my to don't list. Of course there are well received, crowd pleasing stand-bys like candles, wine, sweets ... read more
