Cocktail Party: New Twist on the Classics
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Go ahead, invite people over. Our ready-to-host menus are impressive and delicious—and easy to pull off, we promise. Read on for recipes, chef’s tips, presentation tricks and shortcuts. Who’s going to have fun at this party? You. Cocktail Party  Maybe you have a dinner date with friends coming up, or theater tickets with your favorite neighbors, or you’re just in the mood to get the whole gang together. In any case, it’s a great excuse to host a low-effort, high-glam-factor classic cocktail party. Our menu centers around six recipes that put a new twist on time-tested drinks, and we’re servi ..read more
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Summer Tablescape
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
We’re in a summer state of mind. See how Brie Ohlund of My Splendid Living put together this gorgeous summer tablescape, sure to inspire your next outdoor gathering. mysplendidliving.com This time of year the weather is splendid here in California, ideal for an afternoon dip in the pool and an evening of dining outdoors. We wish summer would never end! This tablescape, in collaboration with Crate and Barrel, was inspired by my recent travels to the Island of Capri, Italy. The blue and white color palette on the table is reminiscent of the white buildings of Capri and the deep cobalt blue Me ..read more
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Summer Traditions: Midsummer Party
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Get ready to add another summer celebration to your agenda. Tommy Engström of Smak treats us to delicious recipes from one of his favorite Swedish traditional holidays, the Midsummer Party. smakeats.com   Summer is here! Rooftops, trips to the beach, refreshing cocktails, the smell of freshly cut grass, BBQs galore – these are a few of my favorite summertime things! After what more often than not seems like the longest winter in recorded history, I am quick to jump on the summer bandwagon and take advantage of the sunshine and warm weather. Growing up with a family that was almost obnoxiou ..read more
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Effortless Summer Lobster Boil
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
You don’t have to live on the coast to enjoy great seafood. Tieghan Gerard, of Half-Baked Harvest, gives her best Lobster Boil recipes to effortlessly elevate your summer feasts. halfbakedharvest.com If there’s one thing that really screams summer fun, it’s a Lobster Boil with friends and family. Sure we love backyard BBQ over here, but sometimes doing something a little fancier is just what’s called for on a perfect summer night. This Lobster Boil is easy, effortless, and also incredibly delicious. Just like every summer dinner should be. I didn’t grow up eating seafood, but once I tried my ..read more
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Pintxos + Tapas
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Go ahead, invite people over. Our ready-to-host soirées are wow-worthy and delicious—and easy to pull off, we promise. Read on for recipes, chef’s tips, ta-da presentation trickts and shortcuts. Who’s going to have fun at this party? You. crateandbarrel.com Pintxos + Tapas It’s a given: food is always more fun on a stick. And that makes Pintxos—meant to be eaten as a single bite while hanging out with friends and family—the perfect party food. You can prep this entire menu ahead of time, assemble it the day of the party and simply arrange it at room temp on earthy wood, marble and ceramic p ..read more
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Parisian Picnic
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Go ahead, invite people over. Our ready-to-host soirées are wow-worthy and delicious—and easy to pull off, we promise. Read on for recipes, chef’s tips, ta-da presentation tricks and shortcuts. Who’s going to have fun at this party? You. crateandbarrel.com Parisian Picnic Like so many French things, the simple baguette never goes out of style. That’s why it’s the star of this moveable feast of pâtés, salads, cheese and charcuterie sandwiches wrapped, ever so romantically, in butcher paper and twine. Prep this menu in advance and package it in real wicker picnic baskets for full effect—even ..read more
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Mezze Spread
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Go ahead, invite people over. Our ready-to-host soirées are wow-worthy and delicious—and easy to pull off, we promise. Read on for recipes, chef’s tips, ta-da presentation tricks and shortcuts. Who’s going to have fun at this party? You. crateandbarrel.com Mezze Spread This Mediterranean-style feast sounds exotic, but really it’s just a casual way to graze. You can make the spreads from scratch or buy them ahead of time and garnish with fresh herbs and spices right before serving for a wow-worthy presentation. Pick your favorite platters and bowls to create a vibrant tablescape and showcase ..read more
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Spring Tartines
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
Go ahead, invite people over. Our ready-to-host soirées are wow-worthy and delicious—and easy to pull off, we promise. Read on for recipes, chef’s tips, ta-da presentation tricks and shortcuts. Who’s going to have fun at this party? You. crateandbarrel.com Spring Tartines Tartines make for a fun and unexpected crowd pleaser for wedding parties, baby showers or a girls’ night in. A feast for the eyes and tastebuds, they’re all about showcasing creative ingredient combinations on artisan breads and serving them on beautiful boards and platters. With three savory tartines plus a sweet one for d ..read more
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A Perfectly Pastel Easter Brunch
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
This year invite family and friends to a table set in beautiful pastel pinks, blues and greens. We’ve partnered with Eden Passante, founder of Sugar and Charm, to create this gorgeous decor and these delicious desserts, perfect for Easter. sugarandcharm.com Being so enamored with entertaining, there’s nothing I love more than when a holiday comes around, and Easter is definitely no exception! I always “hop” at the chance to host an Easter and spring brunch, incorporating warm pastels, charming projects and fresh spring flowers. For our Easter table decorations, we used Crate and Barrel’s Ea ..read more
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New Year’s Eve Espresso Martini Recipe
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by Courtney Ley
4y ago
12bottlebar.com Here’s the perfect cocktail to help you ring in the New Year. We partnered with David and Lesley Jacobs Solmonson of 12 Bottle Bar to create this Espresso Martini that you can sip to stay awake until midnight. If you are planning to attend a party on New Year’s Eve or simply want to ring in the new year with your loved ones, you most likely have two goals. One – to enjoy some alcoholic beverages that add to the festive mood. And two – to stay awake. We have the answer to both goals. Enter the Espresso Martini. Not truly a martini, although served like one, this caffeinated ..read more
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