A Very British Set of Garden Parties
We spent the weekend in Lymington celebrating Josh's 40th birthday and having fun with Rob's work team. Josh is an amazing vegetarian cook and I…
Party Recipe
A Gala at the Palace of Fine Arts: Party for the Parks 2015
I love a good gala! Sadly I've been going to fewer ever since the San Francisco Symphony disappointingly cancelled the biannual Black & White Ball (maybe…
5 Steps for a Chinese-Inspired Picnic at China Camp Village in Marin, CA
Last year, Rob and I were jetlagged in Istanbul for his birthday - his 40th! - and didn't do much to celebrate. So this year,…
An Enchanted Under the Sea Birthday Dinner with Shrimp, Mussels and Salmon
A four-foot-tall pink jellyfish chandelier...three courses of delicious seafood...one ridiculous plastic crab hat...nothing less would do for the birthday celebration of my great friend Margaret!…
A Valentine’s Day + Chinese New Year’s Luncheon Fresh from Farmer’s Market
The second week of February is a really good one in San Francisco. Not only do we have Valentine's Day but the city is also…
Easy Holiday Party Activity: Deck Your Hairdo
At this year's brunch, I had a lot of extra flowers left over from making arrangements and set up a "Deck Your Hairdo" contest for…
5 Step Party: Christmas Brunch for 20 Guests
What could be more festive than a 17-pound roast ham? For the last nine years, Rob and I have hosted a Christmas brunch for our…
Dinner Recipe: Crab and Fondue for the Night Before a Party
A big holiday party draws helpers and overnight visitors for the weekend. The result is that you'll need to throw a dinner party the night…
5 Step Dinner Party: A Spanish Summer Feast
Gorgeous food, easily prepared. Great conversation with friends. Meeting new people. Last night's dinner party was everything I love about hosting! Here's the play-by-play guide:…
Throwing an Owl-Themed Birthday Party: Look Who-Whoo’s Turning 2!
I've invited my friend, Amy, to share some ideas with you while I'm traveling. She's an amazing crafter with two adorable daughters - MrsEm My…