Whenever my Chris Wooten (aka my husband) and I go out on a date, he orders a Negroni. I never thought much of his drink until I had a sip. That’s when I realized why he liked it so much! Yum. This Negroni recipe is made with Hendrick’s Gin and it has Chris Wooten written all over it.
Good morning, friends! Did you know that some “bunny” loves you? I know; I know. I couldn’t resist! If you love hosting beautiful gatherings and adding personal touches to your table settings, here’s a quick and charming DIY project you’ll adore. These bunny ear napkin folds are perfect for spring brunches, Easter dinners, or any […]
Happy Friday friends! How about we enjoy a little Irish whiskey in honor of the upcoming celebration of the death of St. Patrick. (Did you know that Catholics celebrate the “death day” of saints?) One of our favorite cocktails is made with Jameson whiskey. It’s a Jameson and Ginger cocktail recipe and I truly believe it’s […]
It’s Fat Tuesday. We All Deserve a Little Decadence Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday, so let’s enjoy a little decadence before Lent officially begins. In fact, let’s throw caution to the wind and ignore counting the points for a few hours. We all deserve to indulge in a little bad behavior and some sweets, right? Speaking of […]
Are you meeting with wedding vendors and wondering what is okay to ask and not to ask? Here are six of the most common questions we get from our couples when it comes to vendor consultations — 1. Is It Okay to Ask for a Discount? Of course! Some wedding vendors may offer a 5% […]
If you intend to order your liquor, beer, and/or wine separate from the caterer, check out this post I wrote a couple of years ago with a Beverage Planning Guide. You can download the beverage planning guide and use it to determine the amount of beverages you need to order for your wedding reception. Cheers! Love & […]
Birthday Brunch at the Blackwall Hitch in Annapolis, Maryland Now that we are embarking upon the autumn season, I wanted to take a moment to reflect upon one of this summer’s most special moments for me. Last July, I had the honor of celebrating my birthday with some of my best lady friends at a […]
Summer is finally here, and no drink screams summer more than a glass of lemonade. Yes! This lemonade recipe became a “fan favorite” for me and my girlfriends because the fresh basil adds a refreshing twist to an otherwise “super sweet” beverage. It works perfectly for an afternoon lunch on your deck. Ingredients – 12 Cups […]
Last week, we had the honor of having our “Newlywed Dinner Party” featured on the MunaLuchi Lifestyle Sunday series. One of the food items featured in that styled shoot was one of my favorite recipes, kiwi and white wine sangria. Ingredients – 1 Bottle (750 ml) of Chardonnay 2 Cups of Club Soda ⅓ Cup […]