The Tiny Fairy

This alfresco Christmas tablescape was so much fun to design. I love all the whimsy and charm Santa brings – after all, he’s a central guest at the table. This…

This is Christmas morning in a casserole! Honestly, this must be the most decadent breakfast casserole I’ve ever had. I love panettone bread because it’s so light and fluffy. The…

Who doesn’t love a quick and easy meal for those fast paced week nights and weekends? I know I do. With all the Christmas decorating and tree trimming, this tenderloin…

I grew up eating a poor man’s version of a Niçoise Salad – meaning a boiled potato, an egg, a can of green beans and a can of tuna with…

I always wanted to make a brisket and my dear friend Aida was kind enough to share with me her easy crockpot brisket recipe. This is a wonderful make-ahead recipe…

Have you every enjoyed roasted radishes? Roasting radishes produces the same result as roasting garlic. That intense, piquant flavor mellows and transforms into a delicious, mild root vegetable. This dish…

I love this tablescape so much! It’s my favorite fall tablescape so far. From the gorgeous Spode plates to the lavender and plum linens, this table is warm and inviting.…

If you’re looking for a special rice for the holidays, this wild rice pilaf is a perfect accompaniment to roasted duck, Cornish hen, roasted chicken or Thanksgiving turkey. This is…

Looking for a simple and elegant dinner for Friendsgiving or Thanksgiving? This menu is for you. I love turkey, but I know it’s not everyone’s favorite. If you’re looking for…

Haricots Verts Amandine is a classic French side dish that’s absolutely delicious. What’s not to love about thin green beans, cooked in garlic, butter, lemon and topped with toasted almond…

These delicious Cornish game hens will make a stunning appearance at any holiday or special gathering. Plump, tender and gorgeous little hens are seasoned and roasted to perfection. What is…

When these glass pumpkins showed up at HomeGoods, I went crazy and bought quite a few of them, maybe too many. Around the same time, I also found these beautiful…

This was a fun and easy project to do in about 30 minutes. They are so versatile and add such a festive pop anywhere. You can use them in cocktails,…

The Nutcracker is my favorite ballet and Tchaikovsky’s musical score can only be described as a masterpiece! I’ve been wanting to create a Nutcracker themed Christmas tablescape for many years,…

I came across these two images of a wonderful Thanksgiving our family enjoyed in 2004, many years before Instagram. The image quality is poor and the setting is nothing fancy…

If you’re like me with limited storage space, it’s really not possible to create the gorgeous and elaborate holiday displays we love to see on Pinterest or Instagram. My limited…

These beautiful haunted house plates inspired this Haunted House themed dinner party. In the creepy spirit of Hotel California by the Eagles, welcome to 1666 (the house number on the…

We are big berry fans and when we can’t find them in season, we use frozen berries. I always have at least one bag of frozen berries in the freezer.…

On a random HomeGoods outing, I came across these stunning haunted house plates by Royal Stafford. I love their subtle design that’s welcoming in a spooky and charming way. There’s…

Shrimp Fra Diavolo is a classic, spicy Italian dish. Don’t let the “fra diavolo” keep you away from enjoying such a delicious dish, simply adjust the amount of crushed red…

This Blackberry Sangria is fruity, smooth and absolutely delicious! It is also refreshing enough to serve at any meal and it rivals that of any restaurant. Truly, this is one…

When planning a Halloween theme, I’m not always looking for a macabre, bloody theme. Sometimes I want something more elegant or subdued. This year, I came across these four Royal…

Browsing through Pinterest, I came across a gorgeous Eclectic Boho Glam Tablesetting from Kimberly at Swoon Worthy. I fell in love with her styling and the gorgeous haute linens. Pictured…

Full size desserts are great, but there is something irresistible about a tiny dessert in a shot glass. They are perfectly sized to satisfy any sweet tooth and just plain…

I made this mediterranean grilled shrimp and couscous dinner last year, when COVID hit, with pantry and freezer ingredients I always have on hand. It’s easy to make and so…

This meatloaf has graced our table more times than I can count. It’s a foolproof classic recipe that is loved by all including picky eaters. It’s moist, tender and the…

This tablescape was inspired by these beautiful 1970s Floral Expressions Hearthside Stoneware “Summertime” plates. These plates were made in Japan, but the year is unclear. I believe my parents purchased…

I have a healthy blue and white, chinoiserie obsession and this alfresco tablescape makes me smile! It’s so bright and vibrant and plays beautifully against the clear blue sky! It…

I love how this Mother’s Day brunch turned out! The table was set under the canopy of large seagrape tree nestled in the patio area by the fence, overlooking the…

Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of letter cakes and desserts decorated with flowers and macarons all over Instagram and Pinterest. They are so pretty and so artistic. While I’m…