One thing is certain about my husband, Chef Anthony Felan: He is extremely passionate about his work and has an incredible drive to grow and succeed. From the time he decided to make a career in the culinary world, he has worked incredibly hard to …
Harvesting Designs: From Gardens to Grandness
Autumn, or fall as many of us reference it, is the third season of the year. From September to November, crops and fruits are gathered and leaves fall in the northern hemisphere. Southern ladies boast of the decadent harvest of their labor from their well-tended …
Yes Way, Rosé!
Since we’re nearing the end of Louisiana’s six months of summer, I decided to enlighten those of you who are skeptical of rosé. Rosé, meaning “pink” in French, became famous in Provence where it was first created and greatest produced. Allow me to debunk the …
The Island at D’arbonne
One warm, summer evening the four of us were sitting on the second-floor balcony enjoying the cooling breeze that only a lake can provide during a Louisiana summer and watching the magnificent sunset paint the Louisiana sky orange, pink, and purple. The only words spoken …
Hostess with the Mostess: Ready, Set, Impress!
There are few things as special as gathering around a beautiful table to enjoy a meal with the ones we love. Setting the table to fit the occasion is one of the most enjoyable details of hosting. At times the rules of table setting can …
