Foodie Friday: Pretty In Pink Recipes & Accessories

On this Mother's Day weekend, and in honor of my own Mom who dearly loved pink, I present to you all things pink for your table. From the prettiest pink food, like red wine spaghetti to the palest pink grapefruit candle, any mom or woman will love the thought behind these
 feminine food finds.

The Rhubarb 75
The French 75, is known to be the Mother of all champagne cocktails. I have had one once in Beverly Hills....strike that,  I liked it so much that I had two. Here's a seasonal twist made with both gin and champagne. And all of that pretty pink is from the rhubarb. What a beautiful house drink to offer guests.
The Good Drink

Lemon Rose Shortbread Cookies

Aren't these the loveliest? They are lemony, lightly sweetened, easy, fun to make, and oh so pretty. Find the organic rose petals at Amazon. 

Half Baked Harvest

Pink Champagne Panna Cotta
 And Donut Shots
These pretty little things absolutely promise a good morning. I would happily wake up to this. Best yet the donuts are baked, not fried. You make them in a donut pan. I bought mine at Sur La Table.
Sprinkle Bakes

Pink Radicchio Salad

I do believe that this is the prettiest salad I have ever seen. It is really edible art in my eyes.  I think the hardest element to achieve is to find the pale pink radicchio! Worth the hunt.

Champagne and Paper Planes

Pink Grapefruit Candle

A candle in the kitchen is a good thing, to help keep unpleasant cooking aromas out. The pretty in pink candle promises to smell fresh and inviting. It's on sale today and less than $20.

Williams Sonoma

Prawn Dipping Sauce
For sauce inspiration click the photo or link, as there are many that all sound yummy.  I love to make sauces, because you can be so creative. I almost never use a recipe. This is a simple Marie Rose / Thousand Island Sauce, 
that couldn't be easier. 
Recipe Tin Eats

Strawberry Mint Macarons

Pink and green is always pretty. If you are feeling adventurous, what Mom wouldn't love these? The presentation is fab, too.

Pies And Tacos

Beet-Pickled Deviled Eggs
I think we can all agree, that a platter of deviled eggs is almost always a crowd pleaser.  They say that these eggs are not for the timid.....in other words.....they have character and some real flavor. I may just try these....PS. they have brown sugar in them. 
The Kitchn

Apricot Rhubarb Almond Tart

So my Mom and Grandma Pearl made a fabulous Rhubarb custard pie. I loved it, but I have to say, this sounds even better. I mean "Almond cookie-like crust, sliced and layered apricots on the bottom, topped with a insanely delicious almond cream, covered in rhubarb ribbons and a crumble topping!" Enough said.

Pies And Tacos

Basketweave Dinnerware Service
This 12 piece set will set a pretty table. Now on sale for 30% off at the Neiman Marcus
 home sale.
Neiman Marcus

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Red Wine Spaghetti
I think that this is a brilliant recipe, and I wish that I had thought of it myself. It looks like it must taste so delicious. 
Eat Well 101

Berry Smoothie Bowl

A vibrant bowl of goodness. Made from Almond Butter, Frozen Banana, Almond Milk and fresh Raspberries. Top with your favorite toppings likes shredded coconut. What a beautiful way to start the day.
Lauren Caris Cooks

Watermelon Radish Carpaccio with Microgreens

The watermelon radish, to me, is the prettiest veggie or fruit in the market, if you can find it. I have yet to see it on the shelves. But I have been lucky enough to have a similar salad at several  high end restaurants. They are just great. If you ever find these pretty little guys, buy them and figure out what to do with them later.

Urban Kitchen Affair

Gilded Rim Glassware

Candlelight and pink glassware are the perfect accessories for a beautiful table.  Order on line and pick up in your nearest store.

Anthropologie

Strawberry Ombre Cake
This recipe is for adventurous bakers. Besides being one gorgeous cake, the recipe includes a recipe for a "quick release" mixture that promises to never fail. Boy do I need to know that. Get the kids together to help you make this cake. It's not that difficult, just a few more steps than your average cake.
Oh Sweet Basil

Blackberry Vanilla Cocktail Float

This chic cocktail is a pretty pick for and stylish event. What could be better than Vanilla Bean ice cream, homemade blackberry syrup, topped with a shot of "something?" 
Lark & Linen

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