Cheers to the Season of Champagne

Certain things come to mind when thinking about the holidays….twinkle lights, sparkles and snowflakes, decadent décor and of course, bubbles!  Holiday celebrations call for Champagne, and being the “host/hostess with the mostest” requires attention to details like providing new twists on Champagne classics.  Incorporating a little bubbly into your affair will allow your guests to celebrate in style and toast the season with smiles on their faces!  Here is our guide to incorporating champagne into your holiday festivities in ways that are certain to make the best impression on your guests! Brilliant Bubbly Décor? No...

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Digital vs. Paper Invitations

Should I send a digital invitation to my event? In today’s digital, eco-friendly age event planners and party throwers are sending digital invites to attend everything from baby showers to family picnics to weddings. While Emily Post, the etiquette authority, does not approve of digital  invitations for the likes of weddings, black tie galas and momentous family occasions, many are thumbing their nose and are going with the digital option for budgetary reasons, eco-friendliness and efficiency.   Our advice? Know your audience! If you know your family would cherish your wedding invitation as a keepsake- go paper! If your crowd...

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Eat Globally This Holiday Season

With so many holidays being celebrated throughout the world this time of year, traditional and exotic cuisines are gracing tables everywhere. Here are a few of our favorites from around the globe- with the perfect table settings to match! The Traditional English Christmas Goose! Gracing tables in Great Britain and beyond, the Christmas goose was brought to holiday meals by Queen Elizabeth I and was made the official tradition during her reign. The goose is often served with Brussels sprouts and roasted potatoes and followed by a traditional flaming pudding. Enjoy this fantastic roast goose recipe from celebrity chef...

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In 2013 It Will Be Easy Being Green

Pantone has announced the color of the year for 2013 - Emerald Green! Mother Nature’s great harmonizer in it's many shades of beauty will pop up everywhere next year from fashion runways to home decor. "Lively. Radiant. Lush… A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony." “Green is the most abundant hue in nature – the human eye sees more green than any other color in the spectrum,” says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. “Symbolically, Emerald brings a sense of clarity, renewal and rejuvenation, which is so important in today’s complex...

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Get Crafty with the Kids this Holiday

During this busy time of year overflowing with shopping expeditions, endless gift wrapping and holiday parties, let’s not forget the importance of involving our children in the festivities. Below is a list of holiday craft ideas to keep your little ones engaged this holiday season so they can share in the fun. Paper Bag Reindeer The paper bag reindeer, a simple craft that will keep the kiddos entertained this holiday season is fun to make and can double as a puppet. Make a puppet for each reindeer that pulls Santa’s sleigh, and encourage the kids to perform a puppet show for the family after dinner with...

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