Fruit salads and fruit platters are typically seen at barbeques, potlucks, family parties, etc. Everyone loves fresh fruit, especially in the warm summer months. This is also a pretty easy dish to bring to an event. Not too complicated. Signing up to bring the fruit platter is a cinch. Next time you volunteer to bring …
We were having some friends over for a get-together and I wanted to make something healthy, but at the same time fancy. Of course! I was leaning towards a vegetable platter since I was striving for something nutritious, but the thought of a standard veggie platter was not giving me the wow factor. My goal …
When I was planning my son’s baptism celebration in 2021, I asked my twin sister what she thought I should serve our guests. My twin sister, a huge fan of Master Chef, recommended I make a classic croquembouche to wow everyone! I had no clue what a croquembouche was but was definitely interested in the …
When my son was about to turn three, I could see that he was really making the transition from toddlerhood to a preschool age child. He had more of a sense of self in the world, was fixated on imaginary things and interested in playing make-believe. He was into monsters, unicorns, gnomes, talking animals, cartoon …
When February is over and March arrives, we suddenly see shamrocks, leprechauns, rainbows and shades of green everywhere. Everyone is ready for spring and geared up to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th! St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in many countries worldwide in observance of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of …
When my son was turning eight, he was into Yu-Gi-Oh big time! If you are not familiar with Yu-Gi-Oh, it is a Japanese anime series and trading card game. The series involves various monsters who battle each other in exciting duels. It is very popular among kids six years and older. It is also one …
Valentine’s Day was around the corner, so I was inspired to do something truly romantic and unique. I’ve set up numerous sweet tables, prepared charcuterie boards, and dessert platters, but never a mimosa bar! After all, champagne is considered the epitome of romance. At the same time, mimosa bars are popular among friends. We see …
For my youngest son’s second birthday I wanted to do something truly special and unique. As he was entering toddlerhood his little personality was really starting to show. Very different than my first child, he was more physical, daring and adventurous. He seemed to have no fear and the sky was not his limit! Super …
Valentine’s Day is not actually a public holiday but is considered a feast day in many countries across the world. It is customary for people to celebrate Valentine’s Day with expressions of love. This could mean buying someone you love flowers, sending or handing out cards, gifting chocolates and candy to friends and family, throwing …
My first son was born on July 5th, let’s just say he was the grand finale of the fireworks show! A true summer baby! His birthday parties are always so easy to plan because they can be held outdoors, and they take place during the height of summer. An outdoor BBQ, a pinata, yard games, …