Wintertaining

Wintertaining

With cold, short days, it’s often hard to muster up the energy to entertain, but there are many reasons and ways to do so easily and with great recipes!

Tips for a Cozy Holiday Season

Tips for a Cozy Holiday Season

What should be the most wonderful time of the year can quickly turn chaotic and stressful between gift-giving, parties and crazy schedules. Here are a few tips to help you create and enjoy more of the warm, calm and cheerful moments that we all deserve.

Tips for Hosting Friendsgiving

Tips for Hosting Friendsgiving

Friendsgiving has become increasingly popular and is a fun way to bring people together who may not be spending the holiday with their own families. Here are some tips for hosting a stress-free and memorable Friendsgiving, whether you want it to feel cozy, elevated or g…

Hosting a Halloween Party

Hosting a Halloween Party

Halloween is one of the best nights of the year for tricks, treats, ghosts and goblins. Make the most of spooky season by hosting your own party. Here’s a guide for throwing an unforgettable haunting bash!

Entertaining with Backcountry Mercantile

Entertaining with Backcountry Mercantile

  For our Entertaining column, we are thrilled to collaborate with Backcountry Mercantile, a place that celebrates “les arts de la table”. Founder Amanda Gaudelet believes that a table setting should not only be elegant but should tell a story. Her carefully…

Tips for a Winning Game Night

Tips for a Winning Game Night

Whether it’s for kids, adults or both, Game Night is a lively way to bring family and friends together for some healthy competition and fun. Follow the tips below to create an entertaining evening for all. 

Spread the Love: Butter Boards

Spread the Love: Butter Boards

  What could be better than a carved wooden board slathered with a delicious spread of quality butter, topped with delicious herbs fruit or favorite toppings. Whether it’s a trend or the beginning of a new culinary standard, we’re loving this comfort food platter…

Valentine’s Day Guide

Valentine’s Day Guide

Valentine’s Day is celebrated in many countries, but not always on the same day – or in the same way. In Japan, women give gifts to men on February 14th and men cannot respond with a gesture until March 14th.

Holiday Entertaining

Holiday Entertaining

December is a happy month, a time for celebrating and spreading good cheer. While it can also be a hectic time of year, it doesn’t mean your entertaining has to be! Here are some tips to create a stress-free gathering, whether large or small.