by Carrie Orteza | Aug 24, 2024 | Entertaining, Expert Party Tips, Recipes
Photo by Heidi HarrisJoseph Marini sets a casual and effortless table, complete with a striped linen cloth purchased in Provence. The origins of the potluck date back centuries, rooted in the idea of shared responsibility and communal dining. At its heart, a potluck...
by Carrie Orteza | Aug 23, 2024 | Fresh Features, Homes, Interiors
Photo by Brie Williams | Styling by Frances BaileyThe compelling original entrance shows off a Murano glass chandelier and a zebra wood table with an art deco attitude. Not everyone is up to the challenge of taking on a house that’s over 100 years old. However, “old...
by Carrie Orteza | Aug 22, 2024 | Entertaining, Fresh Features, Recipes
Photo by Heidi HarrisKeeping the table decorations minimal lets the outdoor beauty shine. As the summer sun blazes on, entertaining guests can be both a joy and a challenge. The key to a successful summer gathering lies in creating a menu that not only satisfies the...
by Carrie Orteza | Aug 21, 2024 | Homes, Interiors
Photo by Nathan SchroderThe Tudor Revival-style house designed by architect Richard Drummond Davis and custom built in the mid 1990s, belies its age thanks to the period-appropriate materials and architectural details. Photo by Nathan SchroderPhoto by Nathan Schroder...
by Carrie Orteza | Aug 21, 2024 | Entertaining, Expert Party Tips, Table Settings
Photo by Vicki GraftonAugusta Cole FLOWER: TELL US ABOUT YOUR ENTERTAINING STYLE. Augusta Cole: It is definitely rooted in an appreciation for interior design, antiques, and tradition—all things that I learned about early on from my mother and grandmother. I believe...
