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Boozy Berry Basil Lemonade

Boozy Berry Basil Lemonade

February 11, 2018 by Emily 2 Comments

I helped a friend host a baby shower last week. The mother-to-be was expecting a baby boy. I had to come up with a cocktail that could also be a mocktail, and was blue (or blue-ish) in colour. Boozy Berry Basil Lemonade can be made with a berry vodka, or without. Both versions are equally…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Brunch, Drinks, Easy, Entertaining, Vegan, Vegetarian

Rustic Roasted Potato Canapés

Rustic Roasted Potato Canapés

February 5, 2018 by Emily Leave a Comment

I love potatoes. They are my downfall in any shape or form. Hashbrowns, roasted potato wedges, creamy mashed potatoes, gratins…I love it all. I consumed way to many potatoes over the holiday. We are back on the low carb bandwagon for the foreseeable future. That won’t stop me from making these two-bite Rustic Roasted Potato Canapés…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Appetizer, Canapés, Entertaining, Vegetarian Tagged With: Appetizer, Bite-Sized, Canapé, Cream Cheese, Entertaining, Gold Potato, Party Food, Potato, Sour Cream, Vegetarian

Cream Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

Cream Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos

February 2, 2018 by Emily Leave a Comment

It’s Super Bowl weekend! Which means Super Bowl party time. That naturally leads to all of the fun Super Bowl foods – bacon wrapped jalapenos, potato skins, foods purposely shaped like footballs. I am stoked. I am also stoked about bringing these 4-ingredient (and amazing) Cream Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos to the party. These…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Appetizer, Easy, Entertaining, Low Carb

Hosting A Perfect Antipasto Happy Hour

Hosting A Perfect Antipasto Happy Hour

January 15, 2018 by Emily Leave a Comment

I love entertaining. It’s one of my favorite things in life. Getting to make food, prepare drinks, make sure everyone is having a good time – I love it all. For some people, this isn’t the case. In this post, I will go over why I picked an Antipasto Happy Hour, how to make a…

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Filed Under: Appetizer, Entertaining

Easy Tzatziki Sauce

Easy Tzatziki Sauce

December 27, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

Whip up this easy Tzatziki Sauce in minutes. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal, and compliments veal, lamb and pork. This recipe is ready in less than ten minutes, and adds plenty of zip to your dish. Tzatziki Sauce This sauce is made with fresh English cucumber – the long skinny ones that usually come…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Condiments and Sauces, Easy, Entertaining, Low Carb, Vegetarian Tagged With: Condiment, Greek, Healthy, Keto, Low Carb, Mediterranean, Sauce, Tzatziki, Vegetarian, Yogurt

Cranberry Pomegranate Moscow Mules

Cranberry Pomegranate Moscow Mules

November 15, 2017 by Emily 1 Comment

Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I can’t believe it. We are test-run cooking a turkey this week. The hubs spatchcocked and dry-brined the turkey last night. Fingers crossed it turns out well. We will be eating turkey for weeks! Our family is hosting a small group for Thanksgiving. Small or large groups alike, spice…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Drinks, Entertaining, Vegetarian Tagged With: Autumn, Beverage, Cocktail, Drink, Easy, Entertaining, Fall, Vegetarian

Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppadew Goldew Peppers

Herbed Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppadew Goldew Peppers

November 3, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

It was hot here this week! What the heck happened? Oh wait, I live in Texas. The most fickle-climate place ever. The weather teased us with lows in the 30’s and 40’s for three days. Now we are back to highs in the mid 80’s and lows in the 70’s. Fall weather, where did you…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Appetizer, Canapés, Easy, Entertaining, Low Carb, Sides, Vegetarian Tagged With: Appetizer, Canapés, Cheese, Easy, Entertaining, Five Ingredients or Less, Low Carb, Pepper, Side, Vegetarian

Seared Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Zucchini Ribbons

Seared Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Zucchini Ribbons

October 4, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

We just got news from my favorite Houston weather blog (Space City Weather) that next week might have high temps in the low 70’s. All I can say is bring it on! It was 93 here in Houston today. Sometimes I miss the chilly October weather in Dallas. Alas, here we are…roasting in the humidity and…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Dinner, Entertaining, Low Carb, Paleo, Whole30 Tagged With: Dairy Free, Dinner, Keto, Low Carb, Paleo, steak, Whole30

Blushing Grapefruit Rosé Cocktail

Blushing Grapefruit Rosé Cocktail

September 30, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

Fall wedding season is finally winding down. We just need to make it through October. After that, bring on engagement season and the holidays. I am not ready for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Both of those holidays are right around the corner. Only 86 days to Christmas. We’re in the single digit countdown here. Aye! With…

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Filed Under: All Recipes, Brunch, Drinks, Entertaining, Weddings Tagged With: Beverage, Cocktail, Drink, Entertaining, Grapefruit, Mixed Drink, Parties, Wedding

Wedding Signature Cocktail – Yes Please!

Wedding Signature Cocktail – Yes Please!

September 17, 2017 by Emily Leave a Comment

Should I have signature cocktail at my wedding? I get this question often from recently engaged ladies and gents. Sporting a signature cocktail at weddings is a trend that has risen in popularity over the last decade. Weddings typically have one featured cocktail that can be anything from a special sangria, to a special liquor-based…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Weddings Tagged With: Cocktail, Marriage, Mocktail, Signature Cocktail, Wedding

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Welcome to my blog that is full of all things food, entertaining, flowers and travel. Most of my recipes are inspired by The Whole30, Paleo and Low Carb ways of eating. I love to entertain and throw parties. I love peonies, craspedia, cauliflower, coffee, cherries, and cheese. My husband and I have an Italian Greyhound named Sadie, and we love to travel. Thanks for visiting. Come back soon!

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Canapés & Soirées

Canapés – A small piece of bread or pastry with a savoury topping, served with drinks at receptions or formal parties.

Soirées – An evening party or gathering, typically in a private house, for conversation or music.

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