The Dinner Party

The Dinner Party

I took off from blogging in June because the month was just so busy. Hubby was away on work trips three of the four weekends, but he made a special provision for the weekend of my…
French Macaron Class

French Macaron Class

Just like December “blew in,” Chef Justin Ward, in a whirlwind of energy, smiles, and laughter appeared at my house last Saturday for his third time in about a year.  He’s a native Texan, who found his…
Parties with a Purpose

Parties with a Purpose

Even before COVID struck our world, there was a new trend in social gatherings: parties that celebrated a certain creative interest and brought together folks who might never have met otherwise.   My sister introduced me to…
Cornucopia

Thanksgivings Past

Thanksgiving tops the list of my favorite times of the year, followed by Christmas.  I love the smell of pumpkin spice, wood fires, and a Thanksgiving feast.  I also love how quick and easy the entertaining can be…