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The Perfect Little Black Dress

Look What I Found:  Kamali Kulture!

Norma Kamali has been a mainstay in the fashion world since the 1970s and has now created a new line, Kamali Kulture.  This line is dedicated to dressing women of every shape and size, and doing so at a fabulous price point!  For less than $100, women can choose the... Read more »

A Fun Movie Themed Oscars Menu

Tip of the Week:  Celebrate the Oscars with a Movie Themed Menu!

I love watching the Academy Awards and I’m trying to see as many nominated films as possible in these weeks prior to the show.  This year, I’ve done quite well – squeezing in some afternoon matinees and finding a few of the films On... Read more »

Petit Coterie

Look What I Found:  Petit Coterie!
Petit Coterie is a wonderful Etsy shop that describes its products as “timeless embellishments for your home.”  The designs have a decidedly French flair and feed right into my current obsession with burlap/grain sack pillows!

The pillows feature traditional French motifs, as well as a few nods to the US and... Read more »

Green Bean Casserole with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers Recipe

Green Bean Casserole with Goat Cheese and Roasted Peppers
Serves 12
Ingredients

2 lbs. fresh green beans, trimmed
1 red pepper, sliced
1 large sweet onion, sliced
6 oz. mushrooms, sliced
3 oz. goat cheese, softened
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
bread crumbs
olive oil
balsamic vinegar
brown sugar

Directions

Cook green beans in boiling water for about 3 minutes.  Drain and place in a 13 x 9 casserole... Read more »

Slate Cheese Board

Cheese displays may be standard cocktail fare, but the presentation doesn’t have to be run of the mill!  I love this natural slate cheese board that allows you to arrange your selections and then identify each variety with chalked name!  No need to craft paper labels – and with a quick wipe you’re ready for... Read more »

Slow Cooker Recipes

Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes

Slow Cooked Lamb and Beans
Jalapeno Pork Stew with Pickled Onions
Classic Beef Stew
Chicken and Pepper Stew with Olives
Rich French Onion Soup
Cuban Braised Beef and Peppers
Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Shoulder
Spiced Braised Beef with Sweet Potatoes
Indian Lamb and Spinach Curry
Tarragon Chicken
And so many more from Williams-Sonoma

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REVIEWS
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Recipe for Hoppin’ John

Hoppin’ John
Serves:  10
Total Time:  1 hour, 5 minutes plus overnight soaking
Ingredients

1 pound dried black eyed peas
1 small smoked ham hock (about ½ pound)
2 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
10 cups water
½ pound fresh spicy chorizo sausage or a spicy Italian sausage
1 cup rice
1 t. salt
1 c. sliced scallions (6 to 7)
1 large bell... Read more »

Busy Bee Back to School on the 10! Show

Busy Bee recently appeared on the 10! Show, sharing ideas for a fabulous first day of school!
Watch the clip:

For more fabulous ideas for Back to School, take a look at:

Clever Ideas for the First Day of School
Host a School Year’s Eve Party
French Toast Casserole for the First Day of School
Preparing for the First Day... Read more »

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