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  • An Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer Set Up

    An Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer Set Up

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    An Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer Set Up

    Entertaining is one of my favorite things to do so I am excited to host Thanksgiving again this year. When our family is sitting around the table chatting and laughing, I always sit back and take it in for a few moments. I feel that when you look back at life you tend to remember things through rose-tinted glasses so I try to capture that feeling in the moment and not just when looking back. 

    Last year, I created a chic tablescape for our dinner. Since then, we since have updated our balcony with a pretty wall covered in greenery so I want to serve appetizers outside on the balcony this year. 

    Style & Life Blog: An Elegant Thanksgiving Set Up

     Appetizers for Thanksgiving can be tricky…while you can certainly get elaborate, preparing a simple cheese and charcuterie board, some nuts and caprese skewers will suffice. None of these items require cooking (which is perfect since the oven is usually occupied) and can be prepared in advance. 

    Style & Life Blog: Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer Set Up

    Traditional Fall decor in warm tones like brown, yellow and orange do not compliment my condominium well so I opted for this rose and hydrangea garland. I used marble serving pieces, candles and this fun white pumpkin.  

    Style & Life Blog: An Elegant Thanksgiving Appetizer Set Up

    Make your Thanksgiving special and surprise guests with your version of this elegant Thanksgiving appetizer set up! It is the perfect way to start your celebration and gets everyone in a festive mood. 

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    Bisous,

    Rebecca

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  • Refreshing Summer Sangria

    Refreshing Summer Sangria

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    Refreshing Summer Sangria

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    Summer is here…and so are brunches, BBQs and sunny Saturday afternoons. Sangria is a perfect beverage for casual gatherings because it is easy to prepare in large batches and people can serve themselves. The sangria recipe I shared for Mother’s Day is a rosé sangria…this one is made with a dry white wine, and I like to use Sauvignon Blanc.  My husband’s family loves this particular sangria and so I make it a few times in the summer…it is delicious, easy to prepare and is pretty in the pitcher. I am confident you and your guests will love this refreshing summer sangria. 

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    Sangria Ingredients:

    2 bottles dry white wine, I often use Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc

    1 cup triple sec

    1/2 cup berry flavored vodka, I use Stoli Razberi 

    1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

    1/2 cup simple syrup (see recipe below)

    1 cup fresh blueberries

    1.5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

    1 cup fresh raspberries

    1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks

    Simple Syrup:

    To make 1/2 cup of simple syrup, boil 1/2 cup water and add 1/2 cup granulated white sugar. Reduce heat to simmer and stir until dissolved. Turn off heat and let cool. 

    Directions:
    Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir well. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours. Serve well chilled with a large scoop of fruit in each glass.

    source: www.recipegirl.com 

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    Pour and Enjoy.

    Cheers! 

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    Bisous,

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    Rebecca