The Living Stones wanted the retirement reception for Candy to have the feel of a “proper” reception.  With this in mind, we decided to walk around with the hors d’oeuvres on trays and serve them to the guests. Each member of the class donned black aprons over their black pants and white or black tops. With […]

One last Christmas post.  There was plenty of good food to eat on Christmas Eve during our open house.  Guests usually bring treats to share, and we enjoy everyone’s goodies.  For those of you who like to know, here was the menu. Stephanie (Logan helped) won the prize for the cutest treats.  She saw these […]

Sheila (AKA as SheShe) made Smokey Pecan Puffs for Stephanie’s shower.  They were a hit.  This would be a great appetizer for your next party.  They are easy, pretty, and delicious. SheShe was kind and shared the recipe. SMOKEY PECAN PUFFS 1 pkg frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg 1 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp poppy […]

Some of my dear precious readers ask me for menus from our parties.  I aim to please – drum roll please.  This is the menu for Stephanie’s Art Deco Wedding Shower.  Perhaps you can say, we were “Putting on the Ritz.” Sweet Mother of Pearl.  Pat’s dining room table was filled with pretty and delicious […]