Category Archives: dinner party

fleurs a table

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Emmanuelle

Adding edible flowers to your table is a little and relatively easy detail to implement with a big impact by adding beautiful color and flavor accents to dishes & cocktails.  In the past I have used edible flowers in salads, … Continue reading →

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The Monogrammed Table

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Emmanuelle

Dressing a table as you know is a big part of entertaining or even any event on a large scale.  I am constantly scouring blogs, pintrest, magazines and other resources for inspiration for different types of table accessories and settings. … Continue reading →

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Mint + Gold Chic

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Emmanuelle

I have been obsessed with the color combination of mint and gold lately.  I find mint green to be elegant, stylish and refreshing all at the same time and it is a color that translates well from fashion to home … Continue reading →

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What I’ve been cooking

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Emmanuelle

Recently I’ve been entertaining a bit, but have been keeping it simple and casual at the same time.  It’s cold out so warm foods are a must, yet keeping things relatively healthy is still very important to me. I have … Continue reading →

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Flower Power

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Emmanuelle

 I am in LOVE with the Resort 2013 Gucci flower pattern that graced the runways back in June along with their floral backdrop.  Floral patterns if not done well can be over the top very easily, but this pattern by … Continue reading →

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Hostess with the mostess – part two

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Emmanuelle

Happy almost Friday!! So now that you’ve organized your menu, decor, shopping, cleaned your home, created your playlist and mailed your invitations, you want to make sure YOU look festive and feel fabulous when you open the door and welcome your guests to … Continue reading →

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Hostess with the Mostess – part one

Posted on December 5, 2012 by Emmanuelle

‘Tis the season to be jolly and holiday entertaining is definitely a big part of that.  When welcoming friends and loved into my home during this beautiful time of year,  I always try to create an experience that is festive, … Continue reading →

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