Kristin and I think that setting the tone of a good party starts with a warm greeting and a signature cocktail. Recently, we hosted a blogger networking event in Minneapolis, BlogLove "Refresh & Renew". We want everyone who attends our events, whether they are newbie bloggers, curious friends, or accomplished veterans to feel welcome. And quite frankly, sometimes that happens a little bit more easily with drink in hand. At our recent event, I greeted guests at the door, took their coats and pointed them towards … [Read more...]
Farm Fresh Baby Radish Appetizer
We were having life long friends over for dinner and it's been a while. These friends have known Chris Ann and I for over 18 years. They have been through the storms and triumphs of life with us and our families. They are the kind of friends that even though you only see each other once or twice a year, pick up right where you left off. They are the kind of friends we know, know matter where we are in life, if we needed them, they'd come running. To be honest, Devon and I needed them. We've been wrestling over some possible big … [Read more...]
Winter Whiteout Cupcakes for a Wedding
The table was set. The candles lit. But what to serve for a simple, wedding in my home? I wanted to honor the bride's request to "not make it a big deal". But, if my home was decorated with winter whites, what would be so wrong with adding a little dessert treat that wore the same color? I'm a chocolate lover and was never a big fan of white cake until I made Whiteout Cake from Baked's cookbook Baked: New Frontiers in Baking. There is nothing boring or nondescript about this cake! I made the recipe for the cake but decided … [Read more...]