Category Archives: entertaining

Sunday Night Dinner: Back To Basics

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Life moves way to fast these days.  One way to slow down and enjoy time with family  is Sunday night dinner.  The recipe doesn’t have to be fancy.  It’s more about sharing a meal and the memories we create around … Continue reading →

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Table Matters: Hunting Style

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Bring in the hydrangea from the garden and  create an elegant table.  Start by layering chargers.  Mix  polish pieces found at vintage stores and  heirloom silverware.  Complete the table with a table runner, smoky glass tumblers, and candle light for overall ambience.  GET THE LOOK       … Continue reading →

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Curated: Picnic For Two

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

The warm weather is here.  It is a great day for a picnic.   Find  a great location at the lake, beach, or your favorite park.  The most important ingredient is excellent company.   With advance planning, a picnic is a great opportunity to get back to basics and … Continue reading →

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Curated

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Cenco de Mayo is just around the corner.   The holiday celebrates Mexico’s victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla.   It’s a fun celebration for young and old.  Hosting inside or outside, formal or casual, the possibilities are endless.  Remember to keep it … Continue reading →

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Curated

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

Setting the Easter table is exciting.  The possibilities are endless from casual to formal.  Finding inspiration is as easy as taking a walk outside, now that Spring flowers are everywhere.  Put away the white dishes and add color to your … Continue reading →

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HomeGoods Pick of the Week

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday!  The Princeton, NJ, HomeGoods store was busy with customers doing their holiday shopping today.  This week,  I’m focusing on decorating the dining room table for all your holiday meals.   I found these beautiful china pieces, by Spode and Lenox, that will … Continue reading →

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Christmas Decorating Ideas Using Fruit

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Creating bursts of color in your holiday decor can be as easy as opening your refrigerator.  Bring out your lemons, oranges, clementines to add to your garland.  I’m enjoying this room thinking of all the citrus fragrance.  Beautiful, but will need a few elves … Continue reading →

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HomeGoods Pick of the Week

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Ivy de Leon

Happy Friday. It’s my HomeGoods pick of the week.  Because I was traveling and entertaining last week there was no post.  I visited my local HomeGoods store and dashed over to the linens. I am thinking practical today. Can you believe Christmas is just 23 days … Continue reading →

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