Happy New Year All! Now that the holiday season is behind me, I reflect on all the joyous moments. I certainly had quality time with my family. My husband and I engaged in a handful of parties. My children were around and family was in […]

In celebration of the Chinese zodiac “Year of the Dragon”, Villeroy & Boch has created this wonderful porcelain series, all dedicated to the upcoming Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year begins on January 23, 2012 and promises to be a year of good luck. If […]

Decorating for the holidays is one of the most joyous things I can do for my family. It creates an ambience for the season. And, certainly, my holiday tablescape is no exception. For some, creating a holiday tablescape can be as daunting as the figgy pudding. […]

You heard it too, right? With all of the parties and planning going on over the holidays, sometimes it seems like throwing a party might just be too much. But, if you keep it simple, you can have a yummy gathering with your friends, neighborhood […]

One of my favorite Christmas traditions is The Feast of St. Nicholas. It is really the beginning of the season and brings most Germans back straight to their childhood.   Last year I posted about the symbolism and all the childhood memories that come back to me […]

The holiday season is many things to many people. Each family has traditions and symbols in their home to help keep the message of the season in focus. Most of us will agree, it’s not all about gifts. It’s about family and celebration. For those […]

Whether your guy is a master of the barbecue, a five star chef in the kitchen or really the best darn dishwasher you’ve ever known, he deserves a gift this holiday that is worthy of all his style and charm. Here are our TOP 5 […]

A touch of your home to hers. I’ve always been a fan of homemade hostess gifts. I love to give them and receive them. They seem to exemplify what holiday gatherings are about: sharing these special times with those who are important to you. During […]

‘Tis the season for baking and serving. So it’s no wonder that this fabulous line of bakeware is making the Spotlight. Farmhouse Touch Baking & Serving is a gourmet baking line of oven to table pieces that are more than simply bakeware. Can we call […]

I’ve always loved the Boy Scout credo of “Be Prepared”. It means you are always in a state of readiness in mind and body to do your duty. As a mother, I feel that credo transcends into all that I do and constantly think about […]