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Category: Around the Table

BEACH BUM BURRATA

I don’t know about you, but on a holiday weekend I am all about keeping my laptop turned off and cell on silent, while flaunting a bikini with my feet in the sand or the pool…at all times. And not only do I love to carry this lazy, not a care in the world holiday [...]

Lavo’s Chopped “Louie” Salad

When you’re the executive chef at one of the most popular restaurants in NYC, it’s a given you’re a top tier chef, but being super quick in the kitchen is the way to satisfy a busy New Yorker’s appetite, and keep them coming back for more. So when I was pondering about perfect summer dishes to [...]

Taco Mamacita Salad

Hola señoritas! In case you haven’t noticed, Cinco de Mayo marks summer being right around the sombrero. And if you’re anything like me + looking forward to prancing around the Hamptons this summer in a bikini, then keep reading…Hola! It’s officially time to start cutting back the cals, working out more, and eating healthier so [...]

Hippity-Hop To An Easter Tea Party

Before all of my NYC tribal bunnies hopped away to celebrate the holiday weekend, I thought it would be properly fabulous to host a tea party…Easter style, of course! But when the day arrived and the sun was shining bright like a diamond, I decided it was a must we took advantage of the gorgeous [...]

Casa Fromage

Whether I’m looking for delicious cheeses to present for guests coming over to Casa Blanca, an out of the box hostess gift or just a quick thinking of you to a domestic mate, Bedford Cheese Shop has been a recent spot for me to run in and get, well, everything I could possibly need. Hola! [...]

Sunshine Into Casa Blanca

Since it’s not quite picnic weather in NYC, I decided to bring my potential Central Park dinner idea into the walls of Casa Blanca this past weekend. Oh, yes. The place was filled with Nashville friends I’ve known since I was two years old, high school, college to friends I’ve recently met in between! And [...]

Hola In Each Chew

I’m always on the search for the perfect cocktail nibble while entertaining. One that isn’t too salty or too sweet, but still keeps my guests craving for more sips of deadly poison. Who doesn’t want to have a fun time at Casa Blanca? Hola. roasted rosemary cashews And although truffle salted popcorn is always my [...]

An Evening Of Casa Bakesby Blanca

When I walked into Casa Blanca after work, I was so excited to focus on the last minute touches of Cheers, Old Sports! I set up a ton of LED lights under all of the tables + hallways + kitchen galore. It was a whole other world that night! Plus, I think we all know [...]

Before All Things Gatsby Flappered On In…

Loving all things dancing, vibrant and my personal favorite, attention to detail, I was all over the release of The Great Gatsby movie last year. From the mucho champagne popping to the gorgeous costumes galore, I decided it was a must to recreate that mystical world in my flat, Casa Blanca. Hola! And after being [...]

Bonjour + Hola’s 3rd Birthday!

Today marks a very exciting day…it’s Bonjour + Hola’s 3rd birthday! And oh my, what a fabulous ride it has been these past three years. A few favorite memories B+H got into so far? Hola. a bubbles + burgers birthday merry in my sleigh tunes casa cooking at its finest wine down right with mcfadden [...]

Sushi By Simon

Looking for an out of the box evening with your bestie, coworkers, or my personal favorite…significant other? Check out the Sushi by Simon private or group classes! Hola. Let the rollin’ begin y’all… Led by Chef Simon Feil, these classes can cater to private seshes all the way to corporate groups of as many as [...]

Mannerly Monday: Top Table Manners

Before you ostrich your way into your next meal, check out my favorite table manner tips via Emily Post. Happy New Year, y’all!xx 1. Chew with your mouth closed. 2. Avoid slurping, smacking, blowing your nose, or other gross noises. (If necessary, excuse yourself to take care of whatever it is you need to take [...]