Reluctant Entertainer

Day 5: Setting the Table Using What You Have

Thanks for joining me in my “30 Days of Summer Entertaining” series. A tablescape doesn’t have to be complicated when you’re entertaining outdoors. I always look around to see...

Thermador’s New Steam Range-Appliance and Blogging Event in Scottsdale, AZ

I recently got home from a fabulous sunny mini-vacation in Scottsdale, Arizona, where I was hosted by Thermador for a blogging event in their world-class showroom. We were able...

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Day 4: Planning the Menu for Outdoor Entertaining

Thanks for joining me in my “30 Days of Summer Entertaining” series. As I always say here at RE, learn to KISS and everything will flow smoother and you’ll...

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Day 3: Who to Invite to Dinner

Thanks for joining me in my “30 Days of Summer Entertaining” series. Getting to know people takes effort. Friendships don’t just happen. It’s what we teach our kids: You...

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Day 2: When Perfect Robs You of Something Good

Thanks for joining me in my “30 Days of Summer Entertaining” series. Let’s just say that your excuse to not entertain has been that your house is too small....