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Happy Earth Day!! Sustainable parties are SO impor

Happy Earth Day!! Sustainable parties are SO important. If you can, please try to avoid disposable items...instead, hit up your favorite hosts/hostesses and borrow (plates, cups, napkins, platters and more). #earthdayeveryday #sustainable #borrowed

Happy first day of spring! Let’s put some of tho

Happy first day of spring! Let’s put some of those blooming tree branches in your backyard or neighborhood to use with a simple DIY table centerpiece.I like to stick with a monochromatic color scheme: this version uses two different types of flowers in a simple yet eye-catching arrangement. Start with the larger branches (keeping the cut ends facing inward as much as possible). Layer in the larger flowers in groupings of 1, 2 or 3. Don’t aim for perfection; keep it natural and free form. #diy #tablesetting #centerpieces #flowers #flowerarrangement Photos by @calvina

Need a last minute dessert idea? Tangerines are al

Need a last minute dessert idea? Tangerines are almost always available at your supermarket. Cut them in half and sprinkle with superfine sugar and a bit of fresh, chopped rosemary. If you don’t have a blowtorch handy (ours is the cheap hardware store variety), pop them under a broiler for 3-4 minutes. The orange-rosemary pairing is delightful and these make such a pretty plate! #dessert #citrus #orangeandrosemary #entertainingathome Photo by @calvina

Creating a signature cocktail is one of my party s

Creating a signature cocktail is one of my party staples. “The Frangelina” was created for the wedding reception we threw for our friends @angelinahaole and @francescobognin - the trick to getting a foamy top is a bit of egg white shaken into the drink (before adding the ice). This drink combines 1.5 oz vodka, 1 oz lychee liquor, 1/2 fresh lime, 1/2 oz lychee syrup, 1 capful of rosewater, 1 teaspoon egg white and 2 oz San Pellegrino. Vigorously shake (use a cocktail shaker), then add ice and shake again. Strain and top with a single rose petal. Voila! #cocktails #cocktailtales #lycheemartini #lycheerosemartini

If flower arranging ties you up in knots, why not

If flower arranging ties you up in knots, why not substitute these easy hand-tied bouquets at every place setting. No experience necessary! #entertaining #tablesetting #bouquet #popofcolor

Happy Pi Day!! In our house, my husband is the pie

Happy Pi Day!! In our house, my husband is the pie maker. This year, he made a brownie “pie” for his office mates. I do like brownies but this light and airy pavlova is calling to me on this rainy afternoon. How many more days until spring?? #piday2018 #314 Photo by Ponce | Pixabay.

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