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Thursday, March 12, 2015

Foodie Friday: Serving Up A Stylish St. Patrick's Day: Recipes & More


This is the one Holiday where we all can be a little bit Irish, if just for the day. St. Patrick's Day is always fun and festive, but rarely what one would call "stylish." I am doing a little Irish dinner party myself. So I've searched for elevated dishes that anyone would be proud to serve.  As always, presentation is key. Scroll down to find some wonderful recipes, and a few pretty pieces for your own stylish service.

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Corned Wagyu Brisket With Horseradish Bechamel
This is the real deal. What a beautiful piece of meat! The horseradish béchamel sauce is an interesting touch.
Gourmet Traveller


Corned Beef Salad
With corned beef, rye bread croutons and homemade thousand island dressing, this is like a deconstructed Reuben Sandwich. A great way to use the leftover beef
Food and Wine


Black Treacle Soda Bread
If you are like me, your first question is "What is Black Treacle?" I looked it up: "uncrystallised dark syrup, known as dark or blackstrap molasses." Irish Soda Bread usually bores me a bit, but this loaf looks fabulous! Serve warm with butter. Duh!
Gourmet Traveller


Irish Coffee Sundaes With Caramel Whiskey Sauce
Spiked Caramel Sauce? Yes please! I recently just made my first homemade caramel sauce. It was beyond delicious and ever so easy! All of this goodness is topped off with a coffee nut crisp. Yum!
Epicurious


 Beef Bacon and Mushroom Pie With 
Dark Ale
As featured in The Irish Echo for the St. Patrick’s Day edition of the paper. The topping is just pre-made puff pastry. I am really tempted!
What Katie Ate


Oscar De La Renta Marbelized Charger
Dress your table with style. Almost anything you make will taste better when served on Oscar's dinnerware. Loving the green charger!
Saks Fifth Avenue


Guinness Glazed Slow Cooker Corned Beef
This recipe is in the lead for my St. Patrick's Day dinner party. I love to make a glaze and or a wine reduction, and do it often. But I have never used Guinness. The end result is a bubbling brew of beef, beer and brown sugar! Picture perfect!
Closet Cooking


Shamrock Soft Pretzels
The perfect thing to serve with a cool green beer! Don't worry, you can do it. These pretzels are made with Pillsbury refrigerated original breadsticks. The green mustard adds a festive flair to this fun bite.
The Daily Meal


Guinness Mustard
A special meal calls for a special mustard. Don't worry, you aren't totally making this mustard by scratch. It begins with Dijon and ends with brown sugar. Sounds delish!
Bon Appetit


Le Creuset Palm Collection
I have always wanted some of this chic cookware. The colors and styles are so beautiful, it's no wonder Oprah listed them as one of her "Favorite Things in 2014. "The story of Le Creuset is one of a superior product idea — enameled cast iron cookware — improved over time through innovations in technology, design and manufacturing." Shop the collection by color at
Le Creuset


Guinness Chocolate Cake
I am not quite sure how I feel about pairing chocolate and beer. But I do put chocolate in my chili, so hey, it just may work. At any rate, this cake does look divine!
Call Me Cupcake


Potato, Brussel Sprout and Goat Cheese Pizza
This recipe had me at goat cheese! What a delightful appetizer for your St. Patrick's Day party.
Heather Christo


Colcannon
A long standing Irish classic, is all of a sudden on trend with the added Kale. This is certainly a way to get someone to eat their "greens." 
Simply Recipes


Bird's Beak Glass Carafe
For use on St. Patrick's Day and beyond.  Personalize with your own poison, whether it’s “sparkling” and “still” or “water” and “wine.”
Mark and Graham


Grasshopper Pie
A Southern fave, even my Kentucky Grandmother made it. Martha has updated it with coconut and fresh mint.  This one is old school cool
Martha Stewart


Braised Red Cabbage
Plain cabbage is just a bit boring to serve in my view. The addition of red wine and port, apples, bacon, honey and more, elevates this dish to something special!
Saveur


Botticino Marble Coasters
Handcrafted with a vintage vibe. This set of tumbled marble coasters would make a great host gift for your St. Patrick's Day party.
Anthropologie


Corned Beef Sliders
Pretty as a picture! These can be served on potato rolls or grilled toast. A fun party food.
Sur la Table


Key Lime Swirl Cheesecake Bars 
Homemade lime curd is swirled into the cheesecake batter to create s stunning delight! 
Confessions Of A Cookbook Queen


O'Briens Irish Stew
This recipe calls for the classic ingredient of lamb, but your favorite meat can be substituted. Traditional Irish stew is typically cooked in the oven for two hours, but you can also make it in the slow cooker. Comfort food at its' best!
Fountain Avenue Kitchen


Purple Slaw (Vegan)
Not in the mood for the sometimes boring cooked cabbage? Serve this instead. Chef Bryant Terry uses silken tofu to make a light, vegan-friendly dressing for this apple, cabbage and raw-beet slaw.
Pure Wow


Good Luck Basket
For those who take their heritage seriously. Anyone will celebrate the day with this beautiful basket of caramel apples and pretzels.
Mrs. Prindables


Green Pepper Four Leaf Clover
Leave it to Martha Stewart to think of this adorable garnish. It is just too easy to make. I'm thinking of decorating the butter dish with one.
Martha Stewart


The Irish Breakfast Cocktail
One part Irish, one part healthy. Of course the Irish is whiskey, The healthy ingredients are Kale Juice and an Organic Egg. Top of the 'morning, to ya. Cheers!
E-Online

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Wednesday, March 11, 2015

Mid Day Beauty Break!


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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Wedding Wednesday: Fabulous Fashion For Flower Girls & Ring Bearers


Of all of the details of a wedding, this may be the most fun and easiest. The youngest members of your wedding party will add charm, sweetness and maybe a little mischief to your day. The kiddies are already adorable, but these special occasion outfits will make them stars!





Joan Calabrese for Mon Cheri
Yes, I have featured this gorgeous number a couple of months ago (HERE), but I had to showcase it again. It's just perfect for the 2015 metallic trend for weddings! See it at Joan Calabrese. It can be purchased at French Novelty


Romy - Romantic Flower Girl Dress 
Talk about details! This luxe duchess satin and tulle dress looks beautiful coming and going. Customize the length from knee to ankle and order in white or ivory. 
SWAROSE at Etsy


Nicki MacFarlane Silk Linen Shorts
Love this look - very British! Available in chalk, silver/grey or dark blue colored silk linen
Childrensalon


GRACI Pink and Black Lace Dress
The perfect pick for a black and pink wedding. Style points for being different, too!
Childrensalon


Cream Lace Dress
This dress has three layers of tulle fabric to add that fullness. Could anything be any more cute?
Melissa Jane Boutique at Etsy


Francesca Party Dress and Belvedere Blazer
Planning a Fall or Winter wedding?  This pair in velvet, cotton and beads would make the best dressed list at any event!
Posh Tots


Victoria Gown
Creamy  and dreamy in dupioni silk trimmed with exquisite embroidered lace. The dress features a one of a kind vintage pin.
Posh Tots


Romano Vianni 5 Piece Tuxedo 
This little guy will steal the show in his stylish suit! In sizes 6 Months - 8 Years. I think you will like the price.
Childrensalon


Destiny Tutu Dress
Plum pretty wouldn't you say? In sizes 3 months to 5 years.
Olivia Kate Couture at Etsy


Juliet Gown
Oodles and oodles of tulle and sensational silk create a dress that fairy tales are made of. The sash can be the color you desire.
Olivia Kate Couture


Little Marc Jacobs
For the coolest little dudes. This suit might just work for non black tie weddings. A closer look will show you pinstripes and an emblem.  Now 30% off and in sizes 4 - 12.
Childrensalon


Sugar Almond Dress
A gorgeous ankle length, flowy girl dress with smocking detail. Love it in "dove grey" but also available in soft pink and cream with gold.
I Love Gorgeous


ROMANO VIANNI
Boys 4 Piece Waistcoat Suit
Smart and so very affordable! 
Childrensalon


Ivory Lace Dress And Accessories
What a beautiful yet simple look. Handmade dress of linen and lace, all of the details are exquisite!
Hopefully Romantic at Etsy


April Glitter Flower Girl Dress
Budding ballerinas and frolicking flower girls will twirl with delight in this sassy little dress. Handmade and available in other colors.  Do click through to see the front.
FabTutus at Etsy


Monogram Love Knot Ring Pillow
Classic and elegant. The perfect pillow and available in many colors.
2have2hold at Etsy

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