Best Fuels for BBQ and Grilling
Flames cook our food, but it’s the fuel that brings the most flavor. In this article, I explore the best fuels for BBQ and grilling—from both natural… Continue Reading
Our Top Five Sophisticated Appetizers
There are times when a special dinner party merits a first course that wows the guests. Whether it’s a classic with extra homemade touches, a decadent dip… Continue Reading
Natural Table Decorations for Outdoor Summer Dinners
Creating a centerpiece is about much more than arranging an assortment of flowers or natural table decorations on the dining table. Instead, I draw inspiration for tablescapes… Continue Reading
Place Card Holder Ideas Using Natural Elements
Whether you’re hosting an intimate wedding reception, a small indoor gathering, or an outdoor barbecue on picnic tables, place setting name cards can elevate any occasion. Just… Continue Reading
Creative Thanksgiving Ideas for a Wine Country Dinner Table
As this strange and unsettling year finally draws toward its welcomed close, I think we all share a deeper appreciation for cherished relationships with friends and family.… Continue Reading
Thanksgiving and Fall Place Setting Ideas
Sometimes nature is the perfect inspiration. This time of year, brilliant hues of red, yellow, orange and brown reveal themselves, begging to be used on a celebratory… Continue Reading
Best Summer Cocktails to Sip at Healdsburg Restaurants and Bars
Healdsburg is a charmingly quaint wine country hamlet with uptown taste, and the craft cocktail scene has quickly risen to the ranks of its restaurants and wineries.… Continue Reading
Five Steps to a Perfect Baked Alaska Dessert
A successful baked dessert awakens the inner child, a welcome touch of nostalgia and comfort to conclude a formal meal. It is the element of surprise from… Continue Reading
Four Summer Salad Recipes for Chardonnay Pairing
Ideal salad wine pairings can be elusive. Traditionally, the biggest challenge lies in the use of highly acidic vinegar, which can overwhelm the delicate flavors of any… Continue Reading
Elegant Backyard Picnic Ideas
Sharing a delicious meal al fresco doesn’t require leaving your home. With warmer weather comes the desire to explore outside and a backyard picnic can be just… Continue Reading