Recent Posts Tagged With 'festive foods'

• Your favorite course of the Thanksgiving meal

  Posted on Monday November 16th, 2009 at 19:23 in family, holidays, entertaining, thanksgiving dinner, festive foods, thanksgiving menu, planning thanksgiving, thanksgiving meal.

  Holiday dinners are absolutely my favorite meals to prepare during the year. I make roast turkey dinners for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. So now, I’m having a great time stocking up on all of the holiday cooking essentials, from chicken br...

• Tailgaiting (or backyard) party: Easy game plan

  Posted on Monday November 9th, 2009 at 14:13 in entertaining, fun party ideas, festive foods, football recipes, food for football games, food for tailgaiting, party food for football games, tailgaiting food, tailgaiting recipes

  Whether you’re planning a pre-game tailgate with a crowd in a parking lot or with a few friends in your own backyard, barbecuing—or at least warming up hearty food that’s already cooked–is definitely part of the fun. Here are a few make...

• Beautiful Fall wedding cakes to inspire your desserts

  Posted on Tuesday October 13th, 2009 at 14:43 in family, Wedding, flowers, entertaining, wedding cakes, cake decorating, party decor, festive foods, food for parties, fall cake decorations, fall party cake

  We are always inspired by beautiful creations, and these wedding cakes, created by some amazing bakers, are certainly among the prettiest! What these fabulous wedding cakes have in common is that through the use of icing color, flower sprays, or the ...

• Happy Birthday to us

  Posted on Friday October 9th, 2009 at 22:35 in family, birthday, restaurants, wineries, vineyards, festival, great gifts, festive foods, nyc food and wine festival

  We’re really looking forward to tomorrow! To celebrate Franny’s birthday, which is this month, and mine, which is toward the end of November, our son, Jeffrey gave us a fabulous gift. He bought tickets for us to go to the “Grand Tas...

• One can never have too many guacamole recipes

  Posted on Thursday September 17th, 2009 at 15:35 in party, entertaining, appetizers, guests, guacamole, dinner party, easy appetizers, festive foods, food for parties, maryan aiken, teacake martini

  Just heard from a talented blogger and new Twitter friend, Maryan Aiken, whose TeacakeMartini blog is fun to read and whose tweets (she’s @WeddingCrush) are always so full of energy. I had invited Maryan to share a “Quick Tip” with...

• Chilling red wine for guests, too

  Posted on Sunday September 13th, 2009 at 13:04 in holidays, entertaining, red wine, dinner party, dinner parties, serving wine, dinner guests, fun party ideas, festive foods, chilling wine

  Neither Franny nor I drink red wine. And I must confess, I always thought red wine was supposed to be served at rom temperature. But the next time we have dinner guests, we’ll be sure that the red wine we serve is properly chilled–thanks...

• Amazing sports-themed cakes

  Posted on Tuesday September 8th, 2009 at 09:42 in sports, family, kids, event, desserts, birthday, party, cakes, entertaining, theme, adults, athletic

   1) Poker cake designed by Caryn’s Cakes 2) Yankee fan cake designed by It’s A Piece of Cake;       3) Pool billiard cupcakes designed by The Pink Cake Box 4) Spartan State stadium cake designed by A Piece O’ Cake  5) 3 tiered basketball c...

• Nathaniel’s 1st Birthday

  Posted on Tuesday August 18th, 2009 at 18:43 in family, birthday, birthday cake, first birthday party, first birthday, festive foods, baby's first birthday, first birthday cake

  Everyone loves taking–and looking at–photos of Baby’s First Birthday! When nutrition-conscious Moms and Dads take a deep breath and let Baby dive into the sugary rich icing of the ceremonial cake, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and...

• An unexpected cocktail party treat: Savoury mini-cupcakes

  Posted on Monday July 27th, 2009 at 14:24 in entertaining, appetizer, party food, cocktail party, planning a party, fun party ideas, festive foods, food for parties, cocktail party appetizer

  Here’s a great party food appetizer that I just saw in Toronto’s  The Globe and Mail. It’s a delightfully different cocktail party appetizer created by columnist Sebastien Centner, director of Eatertainment Special Events, in Toron...

• Louisiana-inspired barbecue menu

  Posted on Tuesday July 21st, 2009 at 07:25 in ideas, party, ice cream, entertaining, cajun, crab, menu, barbecue, shrimp, grilled, dip, fun party ideas

  Almost all of us enjoy serving classic barbecue party fare, such as grilled juicy burgers and hot dogs, or grilled chicken or steak, served with potato salad and coleslaw. However, it’s also fun to excite your guests’ palates with unexpec...

• Party easy: Sunny, yellow dinner party inspiration board

  Posted on Wednesday July 8th, 2009 at 14:28 in recipes, inspiration, flowers, party, entertaining, yellow, plan, bridal shower, baby showers, party decor, fun party ideas, festive foods

  Photo credits: Yellow-themed floral arrangements  (bottom left),  by White Poppy  florist,  and Limonata lemonade bottles in footed trifle  bowl (top right) both photographed  by Darby Elizabeth photography  and posted on Blue Orchid Designs.Â...

• Eating out and entertaining: What we say vs. what we do

  Posted on Friday June 26th, 2009 at 16:54 in entertaining, festive foods

  A new survey released by Mintel Menu Insights confirms what many of us know, or at least suspect. We say we want healthier choices in restaurants. But when faced with actual menus and mouth-watering descriptions of individual dishes, our commitment t...

• Amazingly elegant recipe for a small shower or brunch

  Posted on Monday June 8th, 2009 at 12:37 in family, entertaining, bridal shower, baby showers, festive foods

  I just stumbled on the most wonderfully decadent and elegant recipe for a brunch or small shower.Watched the video on how to prepare Wild Mushroom and Brie Crispy Rolls, and wanted to make it NOW. (Will require a shopping trip, however.) The video, f...

• Better burgers for your Memorial Day barbecue

  Posted on Monday May 18th, 2009 at 21:32 in holidays, new, gourmet, entertaining, barbecue, burgers, memorial day, original recipes, festive foods

  The New York Beef Industry is holding its third annual “Create the Perfect Burger Contest.” If you live in the New York area and have a great, original burger recipe, the deadline to enter is July 31st. Click here for more details.  Even...

• Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

  Posted on Friday May 15th, 2009 at 11:32 in family, Chocolate, entertaining, chocolate chip cookies, chocolate desserts, family traditions, dessert trends, festive foods, favorite chocolate chip cookies, favorite cookies

  How could we have missed this one? Thanks to my brother, Bob, I’ve been reminded that today is, indeed, National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day! Time to get the chocolate chips out of the cabinet and turn on the oven. Over the years, I’ve made...

• Instant, fun Kentucky Derby party

  Posted on Thursday April 30th, 2009 at 21:31 in entertaining, kentucky derby, kentucky derby party, mint julep, fun party ideas, festive foods, chafing dish meatballs

  Here’s a great excuse for a spontaneous and easy party–the Kentucky Derby, which is always televised on the first Saturday of May. So call a few friends, have the women dig out their most ornate or floppy hats and invite everyone over for...

• Chocolate Easter egg selling for more than $1,400

  Posted on Saturday April 11th, 2009 at 20:04 in holidays, festive foods

  I just saw a video on CNN, and had to share images of the chocolate Easter egg featured in that video. Billed as a “Recession-proof egg,” this chocolate confection, on display in some unnamed store in London, was decorated with a gold coi...

• Crowd pleasing appetizers: Bite-sized comfort foods

  Posted on Friday March 6th, 2009 at 15:48 in rice, potatoes, shrimp, large crowd, festive foods, bite sized appetizers, cheese truffles, mini pot pies

  In this economy there’s no wonder why both comfort food is a big food trend. Today comfort foods aren’t just your plain potatoes, pastas, or meatloaves. Comfort foods are now being prepared with a twist, such as chipotle mashed potatoes, Cajun ma...

• Party Potluck: Share your recipe

  Posted on Monday January 26th, 2009 at 09:55 in share, entertaining, party recipes, fun party ideas, festive foods, food for parties, party potluck, readers recipes, recipe submission

     We’re throwing a party and you’re invited!   We’re launching a new, fun party feature and would love for you to be among the first contributors to be showcased on Celebrate with Style. The feature is called “Party Potlu...

• Candy buffets: Sweet and pretty

  Posted on Thursday January 15th, 2009 at 21:55 in Creative, entertaining, colorful, adults, set up, party decor, candy buffet, fun party ideas, festive foods, kids birthday, candy party, dessert table

  Here’s a sweet, colorful  idea that can brighten almost any party. Candy buffets can serve several purposes: 1) clever party centerpieces or décor; 2) part of or a substitute for a more complete dessert bar; and 3) take-home favors for guests...

• Baked brie: A party favorite

  Posted on Thursday December 11th, 2008 at 19:13 in holidays, sweet, entertaining, favorite, savory, party appetizer, fun party ideas, festive foods, food for parties, baked brie

  Baked brie is a rich and comforting favorite that’s easy to make and versatile. It goes well with a variety of fruits, such as pears, cranberries, and any type of fruit preserves. It’s also great with caramelized onions, nuts (see image b...

• Cute and classy Halloween cakes

  Posted on Thursday October 23rd, 2008 at 18:03 in family, holidays, fun, entertaining, halloween, halloween party, party decor, halloween cakes, fun party ideas, festive foods, fun parties, cute and classy halloween decor

  There’s more fun Halloween stuff around than you can shake a witch’s broom at. Each year, I marvel at the talent of those who create edible eyeballs or who use human heart- or brain-shaped molds for their Halloween desserts. And some of t...

• Celebrate Fall with seasonal flavors

  Posted on Friday October 17th, 2008 at 21:56 in family, holidays, spices, entertaining, apple desserts, festive foods, fall flavors, fall parties, fall desserts, festive desserts, fresh pumpkin, pumpkin desserts

  It’s easy and satisfying to celebrate the delicious flavors of Fall! Consider a seasonal treat that incorporates fresh pumpkin or apples, and enticing spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This recipe for Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bars makes ...

• Asian-themed dinner party

  Posted on Tuesday September 2nd, 2008 at 14:08 in entertaining, pretty, dinner party, classy, party decor, asian theme, party menu, asian dishes, fun party ideas, festive foods, spring roll recipes, plum party

  Flowers—If you grow orchids in your home, you’ve got Asian table décor already! One or more potted orchids will lend elegance to your table. Orchids are now widely available in nurseries, home improvement stores, and some supermarkets. Anoth...

• Quick and Easy Labor Day Party

  Posted on Thursday August 21st, 2008 at 22:44 in holidays, friends, party, entertaining, barbecue, labor day, party decor, fun party ideas, festive foods, green decor, food for parties, outoor parties

  You still have plenty of time to plan a fun Labor Day celebration. You can create a fabulous get-together for family and friends—all without much effort. Here are a few great ideas, shown in the pictures above: 1. Easy-to-make and easy to eat appet...

• Do you want the Wagyu beef and abalone spring roll?

  Posted on Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 at 00:32 in gourmet, expensive, abalone, wagyu beef, festive foods, asian foods, fancy foods

  This item came across my computer screen in the form of a press release, about a month ago. I’m not sure why I still find the idea of a $590 spring roll appetizer so compelling, except, perhaps, that it was a spring roll appetizer that cost $59...

• July 4th: It was worth every calorie

  Posted on Wednesday July 9th, 2008 at 17:35 in holidays, holiday, getaway, good times, july 4th, holiday weekend, festive foods, fried shrimp, hot fudge sundae

  Normally, I wouldn’t consider admitting to–much less writing about–two days of total overindulgence. But this past weekend ended up fulfilling all of my July 4th food fantasies. And I loved every bit of it. I was only half joking ...

• Father’s Day Menu Idea

  Posted on Friday June 13th, 2008 at 15:48 in holidays, celebration, entertaining, father's day, party menu, fun party ideas, festive foods, citrus fruit flavors, flavor trends

  While looking for some of the hottest flavor trends this summer, I noticed many of the latest dishes and signature beverages are made with citrus fruit flavors. If you are preparing a Father’s Day menu, this may be a great idea for your celebration...

• Lovin’ Lobster: Summer Entertaining Idea

  Posted on Monday June 2nd, 2008 at 13:07 in recipe, entertaining, appetizer, long island, lobster, fun with friends, fun party ideas, festive foods, jordan lobster farm

        My friends know how much I enjoy spending time outdoors during the summer, whether I’m at an outdoor barbecue, on the beach, or boating. They all especially know all about my love for good seafood. On Sunday afternoon, I got a...

• Mother’s Day Blog Roundup

  Posted on Friday May 9th, 2008 at 15:00 in holidays, moms, mother's day, breakfast, blog roundup, fun party ideas, festive foods

  Working at Celebrate with Style, I discover great ideas to celebrate with friends and family all of the time. Even though it is called “work,” I find it very satisfying for me both on and off the clock. I especially love to be inspired by...