by Patty Roper | photos by Melanie Thortis
I remember my first afternoon tea. My mother, sister, and I went to the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans with several other mothers and daughters. I was 10 years old and wore my blue cotton-sateen Easter dress with pink embroidered rosebuds on the white lace-edged...
by Patty Roper | photos by Melanie Thortis
Mississippi has an abundance of beautiful native greenery—magnolia, cedar, Cyprus, pine, holly, arborvitae, and boxwood—the perfect materials for creating lush, natural Christmas wreaths. This magnolia wreath takes little time to construct after gathering and...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
Have you ever tried Drinking Caramel? It’s only the most luxurious drink you will ever swirl in your mouth. Think of it as Hot Chocolate’s delicious cousin. 1 cup dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 3 cups cream 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon vanilla For...
by Patty Roper | Photography by Bonnie Dickerson
The soft glow and mirror-shine patina of mercury glass adds a vintage appeal to any décor, and it is especially nice for table settings in the form or candleholders, floral containers, and chargers. Any clear glass object works well for this project, and it’s fun to...
by Emily Black | Photo by Rory Doyle
Grilled Artichokes with Lemon Herb Aioli Lemon Herb Aioli: 2 egg yolks, plus 1 whole egg Juice of 2 lemons ½ teaspoon white vinegar Dash hot sauce Pinch salt 2 cups vegetable oil 1 cup chopped mixed herbs such as dill, tarragon, and chives 2 whole artichokes Salted...
