The Journal

AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | HIBISCUS TEA COCKTAIL
This gorgeous cocktail is delicious, low in sugar, and under 100 calories. Read more...
THE BEAUTY OF CLOTH NOT PAPER
Cloth napkins add elegance, style and a grace note to your tables. Easy care tips... Read more...
AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | MINIATURE APPLE PIES
Make-ahead filling, foolproof pie crust and crumble topping make French Crumble Mini Apple Pies amazing. Read more...
AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | SPICY PUMPKIN PIE CANDIED PECANS
Spicy Pumpkin Pie Candied Pecans are crunchy sweet with a kick of heat, easy to make for your Autumn Entertaining. Read more...
17th CENTURY VENETIAN MADONNA and CHILD
Sharing my love for religious antiques and this exceptional Madonna from the 17th century. Read more...
AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | BRIE & BACON PALMIERS
Delicious 3 ingredient Brie and Bacon Palmiers made in minutes with crispy puff pastry, bacon, and melted brie. Read more...
HOW TO FORCE PAPERWHITES
It's almost time to start pots with bulbs for holiday blossoms. Here's how. Read more...
FRENCH COUNTRY THANKSGIVING TABLE
How to set a magical, easy and elegant Thanksgiving table with a French Country flair. Read more...
AUTUMN AT HOME
Join me and see how our Fall Collection has helped me transition to the glorious season of Autumn here at home. Read more...
AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | MEYER LEMON TAPENADE
Make this delightfully fresh Meyer Lemon Tapenade Appetizer, perfect to serve at parties and holidays. Read more...
HOW TO STYLE YOUR FRENCH COUNTRY KITCHEN
Here are a few easy ways to add some of that French Country charm to your own kitchen at home Read more...
AUTUMN ENTERTAINING | HOW TO DESIGN A STUNNING APPETIZER DISPLAY
The first of our Autumn Entertaining Series - How To design a stunning appetizer display. Read more...
BUYING ANTIQUES in Italy | Notes from the Road
A VIP tour of the internationally acclaimed Mercanteinfiera, antiques show, in Parma, Italy. Read more...
TRICKS OF THE TRADE | Dramatic French Country Fall Table
Set a dramatic French Country table with a mix of rustic and refined. Read more...
HOW TO LIVE LIKE A EUROPEAN WOMAN
Tips to embrace the European lifestyle. Read more...