All Things Entertaining
Mississippi and hospitality go hand in hand. These articles will inspire you to host your own festive gathering!
MERRY MAGNOLIA WREATH
Welcome guests with a wreath made with beautiful magnolia branches and native Mississippi greenery.
EASTER BRUNCH
Enjoy an easy spring brunch among branches, bulbs, and bunnies.
DRINKING CARAMEL
Think of it as Hot Chocolate’s delicious cousin.
HALLOWEEN FUN
These simple ideas will dress up the table as well as the treats!
GAME DAY!
It is fall and tailgating time again!
MERCURY GLASS GLAMOUR
Create designer mercury glass pieces from ordinary glassware.
PICNIC AT THE BEACH
Enjoy a day of sun and fun at the beach with an easy picnic.
ROSEBUD LUNCHEON
A luncheon among the roses.
VALENTINE LOVE
Share Valentine’s Day love with special girlfriends.
PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GRAVY
The best gravy you have ever tried!
Easy Does It: Fall Fun
Girlfriends just love to enjoy time together!
Patty’s Easy White Chicken Chili
Come home to this slow-cooker hearty meal!
Grilled Artichokes with Lemon Herb Aioli
Try this simple summer salad.
AL FRESCO THANKSGIVING
There is no place on Earth more worthy of giving thanks than Mississippi in the fall with its crisp, cool beauty. Add grateful hearts and sharing delicious food with family and friends and what could equal a more...
MEET THE PARENTS DINNER
The ring is on the finger, the date is set, everyone is excited, and the planning is about to begin. It is time for everyone to meet and get to know their new extended families. There are so many decisions to be made and shared, and what better way than over a nice...
GILDING THE PUMPKIN
It is always so much fun for fall to arrive, with all the beautifully shaped and richly hued pumpkins, gourds, and vegetables at roadside farmers markets and produce departments of local supermarkets. Just a walk in the woods reveals jewel-toned leaves, branches, and...
PRETTY PLACE SETTINGS
Try combining old and new china, silver, crystal, and linens for the holidays. There are so many artful china patterns in beautiful colors that will change the entire mood of the table even before adding the centerpieces and flowers. Enjoy Grandma’s china and silver...
GIFT BOX BRUNCH
When I discovered these beautifully handpainted china gift boxes with rose-colored bows and gold edges at a flea market, I knew they would be the perfect accessory to set the theme for an elegant Christmas table. I love combining old and new, heirloom and modern, and...
MANOR HOUSE DINNER
Since everyone is caught up in the Downton Abbey era, I thought an elegant manor house dinner might be jolly good fun. Send a very formal printed invitation with a monogram and gold edges, of course, and ask guests to dress in elegant Edwardian attire. Set the table...
CONFECTION TREES
Delightful and colorful trees created from French macarons, lemon Madeleines, and cream puffs will take center stage at any dessert table or reception. Treats placed on different sized Styrofoam trees with toothpicks or \"glued" on with Royal Icing display a visual...
