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Sep

30

2022

Oyster Stew

On cool days I love to make chowders and fish stews. And, when it comes to seafood, I always engage my husband to help with the selection. Having grown up sailing the Gulf Coast and exploring all of its nooks and crannies, he is well versed in ...

Jan

02

2020

Oysters and Southern Black-Eyed Peas

This New Year's Day fare and recipe by Jan Roden is featured in my book Entertaining at Home. Black-eyed peas are a traditional New Year’s Day dish. The peas are believed to bring good luck and prosperity throughout the year. For a full meal, ...

Jan

02

2020

Pam Kelley's Cioppino

This wonderful recipe is featured in my book, Entertaining at Home. Pam's cioppino is one of my favorite versions of this delicious soup.The name “cioppino” comes from ciuppin, a classic soup from the Italian region Liguria. Similar ...

Jan

01

2020

Fisherman's Stew

Originally published to All the Best Blog October 24 2010. Cioppino, aka fisherman's stew, is both easy to make, and absolutely delicious. Also known as fisherman's fish or shellfish stew, this yummy recipe originated in San ...

Jan

01

2020

Southwest Pumpkin Soup

Originally posted to All the Best Blog on Sunday, November 28, 2010. If you are cooked out after Thanksgiving, or happen to have a few spare cans of pumpkin on hand, this soup is for you. Not only is it good, but it is also dead easy. Friend, ...

Jun

09

2019

Soup on Sunday: Chilled Peach Soup with Fresh Goat Cheese

Soup on Sunday: Chilled Peach Soup with Fresh Goat Cheese by Jason Franey When is it 100° Fahrenheit outside, and the heat index is 105° Fahrenheit, cold soup is king. And, with the start of the summer season, what could be ...

Jun

01

2019

Rum Drinks

It's summertime, and nothing feels more like summer than a rum drink. Even if you're not able to get away and feel the sand between your toes, you can still mix up a refreshing drink. Take your rum repertoire beyond the classic Mojito ...

Mar

13

2019

Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas I adore this recipe from Sam Turnbull, author of It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken. Her secret to getting the chickpeas extra crispy is to dry roast them first, and then season them at the last minute. This is an ...

Jan

17

2018

A Cold Morning Breakfast

I firmly believe there are two kinds of people in this world: those who love sweet food and those who love savory food. I am in the latter category. And when cold weather hits, a big bowl of fruit just doesn't quite cut it. This ...

Jan

11

2018

Witlof, Blue Cheese & Pear Salad

 I LOVE this recipe from Suzy Ashford's Le Picnic: Chic Food for On-the-Go. Witloof is also known as chicory, endive or Belgium endive. Witloof is a Dutch name that translates as white leaf. The name of this vegetable can be confusing. In New ...

Jan

09

2018

Le Picnic

Author Suzy Ashford's book La Picnic has me thinking about outdoor dining and warm weather in spite of this cold spell. The self-taught chef and food writer reimagines outdoor lunching in this brilliant little book. Rather than an unexciting ...

Jan

09

2018

A New Year Repost - The Ruins of Detroit

REPOSTED FROM JANUARY 2011 -  It was quite a rush to see my first Huffington Post blog post, Out With the Old?, go live yesterday. Writing for the Huffington Post has long been a dream of mine, and I am thrilled to now be a part ...

Jan

08

2018

FABULOUS! The Dazzling Interiors of Tom Britt

I am a huge fan of Tom Britt and have long awaited a first tome on the renowned designer. Fabulous!: The Dazzling Interiors of Tom Britt does not disappoint. His work is famously infused with a fascinating array of ...

Jan

07

2018

Salmon and Sweet Potato Chowder

I am in love with this recipe and soup, one that was created making use of what I had on hand and a few leftovers from our weekend trip to the farmers market. This warm and comforting chowder was truly born of necessity. The bright color of  ...

Apr

23

2017

Kenneth Paul Block

Always fascinated with anything Truman Capote, I just finished rereading Deborah Davis’ book Party of the Century: The Fabulous Story of Truman Capote and His Black and White Ball.Intrigued by the illustration of Amanda Burden, in the ...

Apr

23

2017

Soup on Sunday: REPOST

Michael Leva's Spring Green Minestrone with Pistou For today’s Soup on Sunday, not only do I have a wonderful recipe to share, but also a fabulous book to recommend.The talented Michael Leva has authored his first entertaining ...

Nov

17

2016

Julia Reed's South

The week before Thanksgiving I pull out all of my favorite cookbooks for seasonal inspiration. While most of my books are old friends, I’m always ready to add new ones to the group. This year my go to girl is Julia Reed and her new book Julia ...

Oct

20

2016

Amelia Handegan: Rooms

Amelia Handegan's Rooms (Rizzoli) is my new favorite book! Using her signature approach to interiors (rooms rooted in warmth and comfort), leading Southern interior designer Amelia Handegan is known for her sophisticated eclectic ...

Oct

20

2016

FEATURED IN SOUTHERN HOME HOLIDAY 2016

Thank you Southern Home Magazine for including us in the 2016 Holiday Issue and featuring our New Town Harvest Plaid fabric. A special thanks to my friend Sarah Eilers, Jane Scott Hodges and Michael Hunter. AVAILABLE ON ...

Apr

25

2016

In Pursuit of Beauty: The Interiors of Timothy Whealon

In Pursuit of Beauty (Rizzoli) is the first book to showcase Timothy Whealon’s interiors, from an airy New York penthouse to a gracious Mediterranean-style villa, to a casual beach cottage. Whether urban or rural, grand or intimate, each project ...

Oyster Stew

September 30, 2022

Oysters and Southern Black-Eyed Peas

January 2, 2020

Pam Kelley's Cioppino

January 2, 2020

Fisherman's Stew

January 1, 2020

Southwest Pumpkin Soup

January 1, 2020

Soup on Sunday: Chilled Peach Soup with Fresh Goat Cheese

June 9, 2019

Rum Drinks

June 1, 2019

Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

March 13, 2019

A Cold Morning Breakfast

January 17, 2018

Witlof, Blue Cheese & Pear Salad

January 11, 2018

Le Picnic

January 9, 2018

A New Year Repost - The Ruins of Detroit

January 9, 2018

FABULOUS! The Dazzling Interiors of Tom Britt

January 8, 2018

Salmon and Sweet Potato Chowder

January 7, 2018

Kenneth Paul Block

April 23, 2017

Soup on Sunday: REPOST

April 23, 2017

Julia Reed's South

November 17, 2016

Amelia Handegan: Rooms

October 20, 2016

FEATURED IN SOUTHERN HOME HOLIDAY 2016

October 20, 2016

In Pursuit of Beauty: The Interiors of Timothy Whealon

April 25, 2016

Huffington Post: A Chic Little Gem on Mexico's Riviera Maya

April 13, 2016

On the Bookshelf: The Four Elements of Design

April 12, 2016

Soup on Sunday: Victory Amory's Creamy Garlic

April 10, 2016

Tastemaker Timothy Whealon

April 8, 2016

Dinner Tonight: Niçoise Salad

April 7, 2016

DeJuan Stroud: Designing Life's Celebrations

April 7, 2016

Tastemaker Nicky Haslam

April 6, 2016

Living Newport: Bettie Bearden Pardee

April 6, 2016

Repost: Frisee, Wild Mushroom and Poached Egg Salad

April 5, 2016

Spa at Farmhouse Inn

April 5, 2016

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