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5 Foodie Father’s Day Printables
For most of us, Father’s Day is one of the most creatively challenging celebrations. But it’s said that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so it stands to reason that you can’t go wrong...
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Eye Candy: Show-Off Picnic Food
With a long weekend both in Canada and in the USA, I thought that you might enjoy some inspirations for a picnic. Food presentation is everything. Transform a simple picnic into a wonderful affair by...
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Pretty Appetizers
See how one utensil makes all the difference. Take clues from these superbly done scallop ceviche for serving any appetizers on a seashell. I am inspired by the stylish way they display the seashells...
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New Uses for Old Things: Muffin Tins
There seems to be no end to the versatility of baking tins: from container gardens to home office organizing stations. Though as useful as they may be elsewhere in your home, turns out they can be put...
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New Heights for a Picnic in the Park
Planning a picnic in the middle of a bike ride is a great way to spend an afternoon. This was the idea behind this picnic in the park. The remarkable Carrie bicycle basket by Design House Stockholm,...
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Ideas to Steal: Baby Potatoes in a Mason Jar
We have seen tons of use for the Mason jar, and this one is a keeper. Next time that you are having friends over for diner or to eat a raclette, be ready to serve your baby potatoes in a Mason jar. Go...
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Cooking with Kids: Pear Galette
Galettes, which are freeform rustic pies, are not meant to look perfect. This makes galettes the ideal tarts to bake with your kids. I even prefer their rustic look to the more polished pies; this is...
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5-Minute Martha: Greet Your Guests with Tasty Grazing Boards
There is no need to rush or to prepare several types of appetizers when you are having guests over at the cocktail hour or for dinner. Instead go with a crowd-pleaser and put on your coffee table a...
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Ideas to Steal: Carpaccio Served on a Clothesline
I always keep an eye open for easy show stopper food plating that I could use at a party. The carpaccio served on a clothesline today at restaurant Europea in Montreal tops my list this summer. If you...
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Take-n-Bake Molten Chocolate Cake in a Mason Jar
I am surprised that it took me so long to discover this fabulous ready to bake cake by chocolatier Autumn Martin of Hot Cakes. She started making them in 2008. Since then, the dessert served in a...
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Summer Entertaining: Five Crowd-Pleaser Watermelon Recipes
Photos: National Watermelon Promotion Board except for number 4: The Party Dress magazine I was happy to share my summer entertaining tips for the 2012 awareness campaign of the National Watermelon...
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Garnish a Spinach and Lettuce Soup with Greek Yogurt
If you think that serving a soup is boring, you will change your mind after watching this video. What I like about serving a soup at a party is that you can cook a day or two in advance. In summer,...
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New Uses for Old Things: Wooden Boxes …and Tips for a Rustic Meal
Photo: Wooden Box Service Stations at Clyde Common via Remodelista Each fall, I crave for cosy space and comfort food. There is a design lesson to take home from the service stations at Clyde Common,...
View ArticleNew Uses for Old Things: Muffin Tins
There seems to be no end to the versatility of baking tins: from container gardens to home office organizing stations. Though as useful as they may be elsewhere in your home, turns out they can be put...
View ArticleNew Heights for a Picnic in the Park
Planning a picnic in the middle of a bike ride is a great way to spend an afternoon. This was the idea behind this picnic in the park. The remarkable Carrie bicycle basket by Design House Stockholm,...
View ArticleIdeas to Steal: Baby Potatoes in a Mason Jar
We have seen tons of use for the Mason jar, and this one is a keeper. Next time that you are having friends over for diner or to eat a raclette, be ready to serve your baby potatoes in a Mason jar. Go...
View ArticleCooking with Kids: Pear Galette
Galettes, which are freeform rustic pies, are not meant to look perfect. This makes galettes the ideal tarts to bake with your kids. I even prefer their rustic look to the more polished pies; this is...
View Article5-Minute Martha: Greet Your Guests with Tasty Grazing Boards
There is no need to rush or to prepare several types of appetizers when you are having guests over at the cocktail hour or for dinner. Instead go with a crowd-pleaser and put on your coffee table a...
View ArticleIdeas to Steal: Carpaccio Served on a Clothesline
I always keep an eye open for easy show stopper food plating that I could use at a party. The carpaccio served on a clothesline today at restaurant Europea in Montreal tops my list this summer. If you...
View ArticleTake-n-Bake Molten Chocolate Cake in a Mason Jar
I am surprised that it took me so long to discover this fabulous ready to bake cake by chocolatier Autumn Martin of Hot Cakes. She started making them in 2008. Since then, the dessert served in a Mason...
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