Advent Calendar: Spiced Citrus Salad
This recipe has evolved over the years to become a holiday favorite. It's a nice counterbalance to a hearty spread and is best made the…
Yearly Archives: 2009
Weekend Round-Up: Kicking off the Holidays
It really feels like the holidays after this festive weekend. On Friday, we came home from work and went straight to the Christmas tree lot…
Advent Calendar: December 7
I had a blissful holiday moment last week. Picture this: a little french boulangerie in the lower Haight on a cold winter evening. Inside: candles,…
Things I Love Today: Ikea Christmas
I love Ikea any time of year, but the holidays are the best. Those crazy Swedes really know how to put on a cozy holiday.I…
Advent Calendar: December 4
The annual holiday party shopping trip! Always a great adventure in calories and my favorite thing for December 4th.Last night's trip to Trader Joe's was…
Things I Love Today: Bamboo Knot Picks
I ordered a bunch of these for Sunday's party. Simple bamboo picks with a little knot at the top. Our caterer used them for bison…
Advent Calendar: December 3
This year, my office has gone holiday-decoration-crazy. There's at least 200 feet of pine boughs with twinkle lights, poinsettias, bows...it's lovely and my favorite thing…
To Do: Brunch Planning
Ooooh my! Our annual holiday brunch is coming up this weekend and I haven't planned a thing yet. I just checked the invitation and we're…
Advent Calendar: December 2
Any brand worth their salt puts on a holiday event during the season. And that means you can find a swanky cocktail party to attend…
To Do: Bedroom Remodel
After...hmm, three? times redecorating the bedroom in three years, I'm finally making progress. I started with a blue and white china pattern, bought antique lamps,…