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Showing posts with label hanukkah. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hanukkah. Show all posts

Friday, December 17, 2010

EASY Entertaining: Putting together a cheese board

I am known for the impromptu little get togethers at my house... it may be two friends, it could be six...
BUT - whom ever it is, or for what.... it's a celebration to me!

So, last week was Hanukkah and on the short notice, two of my best friends came over and here's what I whipped up real quick!

An easy cheese board
- I like a variety of cheeses with different flavors and textures: sharp cheddar, brie, smokey gouda, and Jarlesburg (the Jarlesburg was the favorite of the evening)
- I also like to mix in fruit, so 1 package of blackberries, two apples cut, and a bunch of grapes.
-The entire plate cost $27 at the market, which for fast entertaining I think is great!
(For 3 girls, this was pretty much dinner, and some cupcakes but that's not the point!)


I then laid out a vintage table cloth, brought out the Vera linen napkins and wooden block napkin rings and a simple little party was made.

** The plate used for serving is vintage Fire King.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Oh Hanukkah! Oh Hanukkah! Come light the Menorah!

Hanukkah is less than a month away (December 1-9) and for my Jewish readers... you know what that means -- its time to get organized!

- Get out the Menorah (Hanukkiah)
- Purchase fresh candles
- Pick up dreidles
- Gather up your potato latke recipes
- Pick up Chocolate gelt coins

So - in prep for the season - here are some gorgeous Menorahs to get everyone inspired.
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Jonathan Adler

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Michael Aram

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

A Jar Full of Glittered Dreidels

Love this! If I were to have a Hanukkah party, I would definitely do this. Its soooo easy.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

Gotta Represent

I love when I come across talented Jewish people in fashion, decor, interior design.... anything creative!! So, of course - Michael Aram deserves a big nod. Just look at how gorgeous his Hanukkah Menorahs are.... Hanukkiahs. Pomegranate Menorah - www.michaelaram.com
Olive Branch Menorah www.william-sonoma.com


Tree of Life Menorah - www.bloomingdales.com

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Who ever said your Hanukkah Menorah has to be traditional doesn't know ADLER!

Leave it to fellow member of the tribe, Jonathan Adler to come up with the most spiffy, modern-vintage inspired Menorahs for the holiday season. These are great and range from $95 - $295. All can be found at www.jonathanadler.com.