Make the most of fresh, seasonal produce, warmer weather and all the spring green and blooms with an easy strawberry lunch with friends! To help you make these
Dinner with Friends: Hosting a Gumbo Dinner
Celebrate with friends this month with an easy-to-host, casual gumbo dinner. Whether you’re wanting to create a fun and tasty Mardi Gras moment or just
Dinner With Friends: Hosting a Simple Holiday Brunch
Thinking about hosting a holiday brunch? It doesn't have to be an over-the-top affair! I’m sharing all my best tips for a "keep-it-simple" holiday brunch you
Dinner With Friends: Hosting A Chili Bar
Want to host a chili supper this fall? I'm sharing my absolute favorite way to set up a chili bar with the best sides & recipes (even dessert), chili
Dinner with Friends: Hosting a Tailgate Party
Tailgating isn't just for the stadium! Spend a little time with your friends, neighbors or family this month watching the big game with all the tailgate swagger
Dinner With Friends, Ep. 2: End of Summer
Spend time with your friends over a casual dinner this month. It's easy with this complete guide. All of the planning is done for you! I've got 3 simple
Dinner With Friends: Complete Guide
Whether you want to celebrate a fun day on the course or are looking for an easy summer dinner idea to invite over a few friends, this simple golf-themed dinner
Pretty Spring Table Ideas
Don't let getting together with friends and family this spring put pressure on you. A pretty spring table set with just a few hosting and entertaining
Mad For Plaid Tartan Christmas Table
I am 'mad for plaid' with this year's Tartan Plaid Christmas Table! Mixed with a soft amber glow, classic red and green Christmas plaid plates and chargers
Cozy Thanksgiving Table with Copper
Taking cues from the richness of autumn, this year's cozy Thanksgiving table features deep copper, soft velvet and the jewel tone beauties of the season's
Fun Fall Party Menu
Are you hosting a fall party this year? These recipes will help you put together a fun, casual fall party menu that's perfect for gathering around the fire pit,
Easy July 4th Summer Centerpiece
Whether you need an easy summer centerpiece for your July 4th cookout or an upcoming shower, party or dinner, this simple DIY seasonal arrangement of white
Easy Lemon Centerpiece in 5 Simple Steps
Hospitality should be easy! And creating an environment that is warm and welcoming where guests feel special is what being a good hostess is all
Thanksgiving Table Setting with Navy & Pumpkins
Whether your gathering is small or large, make the day special with a set table. Use my best tips to create your own traditional Thanksgiving table with navy
7 Ways to Kickoff Your Summer
From pool parties to movies nights, fish frys, my favorite summer reads and all my best tips for summer outdoor entertaining, here are 7 ways to start your
How to Host Your Own Derby Party
This morning, I have Kentucky on my mind... Kentucky and hats... big, gorgeous, fabulous hats. And nothing is better on Derby weekend than a Derby
Style Guide: 5 Derby Tips & 3 Head-to-Toe Looks For Moms and Daughters
Derby days are upon us! And if you are like me, nothing gets you more excited than the thought of those derby dresses and hats (… except for maybe derby
Derby Day At The Dixie
This year, I had the privilege of participating in "Derby Day at the Dixie," a Kentucky Derby event at the Dixie Carter Performing Arts and Academic Enrichment
Host a Spring Dessert Bar
A spring dessert bar is nothing to sneeze at. Ha! A pollen joke. I couldn't help it. Seriously, y'all the yellow stuff is everywhere!
Decorating A Charming Blue & White Easter Table
This year's Easter table is a charming mix of classic blue and white with preppy cabbage greens, chippy golden eggs and happy pink tulip centerpieces. Even a
How to Plan an Appetizer Party Menu
A party isn't a party without plenty of finger foods, dips, desserts and little snacks to nibble and share. With these 5 easy tips and 19 recipes you can put
A Vintage Tailgate & 2 Other Must-Haves for this Weekend’s Big Game
The Engineer has been asking “How can you have a southern blog and not write about college football?,” And since I do love some football food and tailgating, I
Setting A Gracious Thanksgiving Table
Because I have enough… Graciousness and hospitality are forever intertwined since it is quite impossible to practice one without the other. More
Cozy Coffee Station How-To
Not everyone has space for a coffee bar, but this simple Coffee Station is perfect for counter tops, corner tables and coffee tables. Best of all, it's
