Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials Christmas Eve Gatherings Festive gatherings deserve lovely party fare however it need not be complicated. Raise a glass & make a toast with a few of your favorite cocktails from the bar & accompany them with a beautiful savory cheesecake that can be made well in advance & garnished just before […]
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The Essential Holiday Season Party Primer
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials The Essential Holiday Season Party Primer As your calendar begins to fill with holiday parties & open house gatherings, gracefully navigate proper etiquette & the planning portion of lovely socials with a few gentle reminders. From being a gracious guest to hosting fabulous parties, you will be well prepared for any […]

The Essential Thanksgiving Day Meal Primer
Holiday Entertaining The Timeline The Essential Thanksgiving Day Meal Primer Every great gathering begins with a timeline that includes tasks that must be accomplished. If proper planning & logistics are put into action early, the annual feast should run relatively smoothly. Make a list for the day so your beautiful meal can be served hot. A […]

Cooking Classics: Grilled Rosemary-Dijon Chicken Skewers
Cooking Classics The Technique Grilled Rosemary-Dijon Chicken Skewers Lovely blooms & warm weather immediately beckons Southerners outside to celebrate the season. It also means it’s time to light the grill. Whether you plan to have a few friends over for a casual get-together or a larger soiree be certain Grilled Rosemary-Dijon Chicken Skewers hold a place […]

Holiday Entertaining: A Beautiful, Festive Gathering
Holiday Entertaining Southern Socials The Last Supper Christmas through the New Year was an exciting time in our house growing up. My grandparents would come for a two week visit that completely changed the dynamics of our daily routine. With three siblings, we were always looking for a little adventure outside of the neighborhood so […]

Holiday Entertaining: Christmas Cookie Swap
Holiday Entertaining The Technique How To Host A Christmas Cookie Swap Hidden away in a jar of pumpkin pie spice are the essentials for making a fine selection of classic holiday cookies, pies, pastries & breakfast rolls. Simply open the lid & get ready to savor the sweet scent of Christmas morning with a mix of […]
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- Nina Simone – Feeling Good
- Handel’s Messiah – Hallelujah Chorus
- Billie Holiday – All Or Nothing At All
- Ray Charles – Come Rain Or Shine
- Julie London – Warm In December
- Ella Fitzgerald – It Don’t Mean A Thing
- Ray Charles – I Got A Woman
- Van Morrison – Wild Night
- Harry Connick Jr – Recipe For Love
- Wilson Pickett – Bring It On Home
- Julie London – Sway
- Sarah Vaughan – Whatever Lola Wants
- Nina Simone – I Put A Spell On You
- Rosemary Clooney – Come On-A My House
- Ella Fitzgerald – How High The Moon
- Etta James – Tell Mama
- Julie Andrews – My Favorite Things
- Ray Charles – Night Time Is The Right Time
- Van Morrison – Sweet Thing