Game Day Entertaining Southern Socials Pom Pom Mum Bouquets With an array of cheery colors from which to choose, it isn’t difficult to understand why chrysanthemums are popular in the fall to brighten outdoor & entertaining spaces. They are a type of daisy & without getting too complex, the blooming plants, generally sold as chrysanthemum x […]
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Game Day Provisions 101: Triple Threat Snack Mix
Game Day Entertaining Starters Triple Threat Snack Mix A good old fashioned snack mix combination is a football party must as it may accompany cocktails, sandwiches, hamburgers or kabobs. It can also bridge the hunger gap when a variety of smoked fan-fare is in the works that may range from extreme tailgating recipes to classic ribs. Triple Threat […]
Game Day Cocktails 101: Old Fashioned Shooters
Game Day Entertaining Raise A Glass Classic Old Fashioned Shooters Traditional cocktails are always an appropriate choice to serve guests when tailgating with friends but when divided into tasting portions, the opportunity to sample something different opens. Classic Old Fashioned Shooters are prepared with bourbon however if other spirits are desired, offer a Gin Rickey or […]
The Peach Summer Dessert Collection
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials The Peach Summer Dessert Collection A selection of traditional desserts portioned as tasting servings is the perfect way to celebrate the finest summer has to offer at your next backyard grilling social. Guests will enjoy every bit of seasonal sunshine featuring juicy, tree-ripened peaches available from farm stands now & when paired […]
Summer Entertaining: Caladium
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials Caladium Caladiums are a lush, leafy plant that can be found in many old-fashioned gardens. The reliable, shade loving bulbs thrive in locations with bright light offering consistent foliage throughout the warm, summer months. Caladiums are an excellent plant to use for a layered effect & pair well with ferns, impatiens & plantain […]
The Blackberry Summer Dessert Collection
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials The Blackberry Summer Dessert Collection A selection of traditional desserts portioned as tasting servings is the perfect way to celebrate the finest summer has to offer at your next backyard barbecue social. Guests will enjoy every bit of seasonal sunshine featuring plump, ripe blackberries available from farm stands now & when […]
Summer Entertaining: Lantana
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials Lantana New Gold Lantana is a plant variety known for it’s reliable color & foliage during the hottest times of the year. It thrives & really takes root in the garden when other varieties begin to fade. In most parts of our region, lantana is used as an annual planting but […]
Summer Entertaining: Shasta Daisy
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials Shasta Daisy Although the brightly colored social butterflies, gerberas, have long be a favorite flower to use when entertaining, Shasta Daisies offer a warm, sweet welcome to guests that greet with a hug. And do not mistake them for the standard blooms that can be fetched from most any local market. Shasta Daisies […]
The Hostess Gift: Classic Barbecue Seasoning
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials The Hostess Gift It’s always best practices to arrive to gatherings with a gift in hand for the hostess. She has taken great care to create a beautiful party space that includes thoughtfully planned food & a festive atmosphere so extending a little something to her upon your arrival is always […]
The Barbecue Hors d’oeuvres Collection
Summer Entertaining Southern Socials The Barbecue Hors d’oeuvres Collection When slowly smoked barbecue is planned for outdoor celebrations, a delicious combination of foods can be offered to guests without a whole heap of effort. Party Biscuits are the perfect small bite-size that can be prepared ahead & baked just before guests arrive & from the […]
