A burrata and fresh tomato sandwich with chives is the taste of summer. The ingredients include fresh garden tomatoes, creamy burrata cheese, olive oil, chives, and good crusty bread. And since it’s an open-face sandwich, we are calling it a tartine! It makes the perfect sandwich. I have been sharing a recipe or maybe ...
Ina Garten’s Goat Cheese and Zucchini Tart Recipe
Ina Garten’s goat cheese and zucchini tart recipe with a few simple changes that make it less time-consuming and perfect for summer entertaining! And they are full of flavor too. We make this for lunch or dinner with a green salad. The wonderful thing about these upside-down puff pastry tarts is that they are delicious right out of the oven or ...
A Visit to Kabinett & Kammer in Franklin, NY
It's Sunday favorites with Mary Ann and Cindy. This week, I am sharing my visit to this beautiful shop and introducing you to The Table Less Traveled and a new favorite dress. A few weeks ago, we took a three-hour drive to the tiny town of Franklin, New York, to visit the shop of Sean Scherer, Kabinett & Kammer. Sean is the author of two gorgeous books, so I needed to visit his shop! He's ...
The Best Hostess Gift for an Overnight/Weekend Stay
The best hostess gift for an overnight/weekend stay doesn't have to be extravagant. It just needs to be a thoughtful hostess gift. A bouquet of flowers, a bottle of wine, or a pound of coffee… all good ideas. But if you'd like to go the extra mile and show a little extra token of appreciation, this is a nice gesture. Granted, it's a small gift, but sometimes that's the best gift. The idea is to ...
Summer Melon Salad with Ham, Basil, and Shallots
Today, I am joining Mary Ann, Cindy, and a few friends to share our favorite easy summer recipes. This summer, my go-to is a melon salad with ham, basil, and shallots. It's colorful and delicious, and you can barely even call it a recipe—it's so easy! Isn't that what we want in the summer? This salad has many variations. Some make it a little more French, and other variations a little more ...
Build a Perfect Gelato/Ice Cream Sundae Dessert Board
How to make the best gelato/ice cream sundae board in 5 minutes Saying it’s the perfect gelato or ice cream sundae board might only be a slight exaggeration! This fun and beautiful display, including all your favorite toppings and different flavors, is so easy to throw together at the last minute. The good news, everyone will love it! It’s a great way to serve the perfect frozen dessert and ...