WRITTEN BY Tamberlyn DobrowskiPHOTOGRAPHY BY Christina Hussey Like most people, I look forward to the longer, warmer days that spring brings. I am already pulling out my colorful table linens, dishes, and recipes—and eyeing all the gorgeous flowers about to bloom. In the following recipes, I take advantage of spring vegetables like asparagus, lettuce, spring peas, and radishes. The asparagus bundles with honey thyme sauce are crowd-pleasers, and the shallot vinaigrette is fabulous on the …
Food + Entertaining
Festa Italiana: An Unconventional Holiday Celebration
WRITTEN BY Blair and Rip FarrisPHOTOGRAPHY BY Christina Hussey After not seeing my family for almost a year, Rip and I are thrilled to be able to host for the holidays. We have pulled together an Italian feast that can be used anytime throughout the year. The fusilli pasta dish has just the right amount of creaminess paired with tomatoes and infused with the smokiness of crispy bacon. Since everything is different these days, we went for a nontraditional but extremely elegant and festive …
Tailgate in Style (With a Little Help)
WRITTEN BY Tamberlyn DobrowskiPHOTOGRAPHY BY Demi Mabry You know it’s fall, and football season, when the air becomes crisp. It’s time to pick your game, call your friends, and plan your tailgate. When entertaining, I like to have just as much fun as my guests, and there’s no shame in making calls for a “little help” so you can enjoy the pre-game too. …
Upscale Picnic
WRITTEN BY Tamberlyn DobrowskiPHOTOGRAPHY BY Christina Hussey This past year, while tough for so many, has put a lot into perspective; there have also been a number of silver linings. One of my personal discoveries is that sometimes the best memories are the simple ones. Gathering with close friends and family over a meal can initiate some of the most intimate conversations and moments. Creating a relaxed, hospitable environment for these special moments is, of course, the cornerstone. An …