Season’s greetings from your Hostess with the Mostess! As we usher in the festive spirit, I extend a warm welcome to join our holiday celebration. Today’s gathering promises not just joy but also a culinary journey, as we delve into the art of crafting mesmerizing …
A football watch party is an exhilarating experience that transforms a casual gathering into a heart-pounding celebration of sportsmanship and camaraderie. As the anticipation builds and the game kicks off, the air is thick with energy, laughter, and friendly banter. Each goal, near-miss, and spectacular …
Be A Do-Gooder & Send Thank You Notes One thing a southern lady does well is get involved in her community. Our mothers and grandmothers always lend a hand at church or at the school. They show up to fundraisers and offer to gather donations, …
Grayson Erie loves school, playing with her best friends, singing, and dancing. While she enjoys spending quality time with her mom, Lilian, she is by all accounts a “daddy’s girl.” “Whether it’s playing Barbies, riding bikes, or swimming, whatever she wants to do, I’m down. …
It’s not all about kale I promise! With the rising grocery cost and in some cases, limited availability, the average budget is being blown on groceries before the month is even halfway finished. So what is a family to do? I have laid out some …
Did you know that summer is the best season for your health & happiness? Aside from people being more active and eating better, warm weather can improve your sleep and even boost your immune system! With so many health benefits to reap, you definitely don’t …
I have to admit, I am a sun worshiper. I adore the warm rays soaking into my skin all summer long. After winter, at the first hint of spring, you bet I am on my back patio “thawing out” in the sun. But summer doesn’t …
Interior plants can really liven up a room. Plants help complete your décor, reduce stress, remove toxins such as benzene and formaldehyde from the air, and improve oxygen levels. With so many benefits, you can see why interior plants have regained popularity. So what’s holding …
Hello, sweet summertime. We have been waiting for you. One of the favorite things about summer is Saturday strolls thru our local farmers’ markets. Nothing is better than fresh produce straight from local growers. Mother Nature didn’t provide you with water-filled vegetables and fruits in …
Written by Patricia Thomas Harper Photograph By Brittany Strickland (the one of Patricia only) There is a widely held belief that every one of us appears on this earth with a specific role, a sacred duty to fulfill, and I certainly subscribe to that way …
Written By Victoria Arnold • Studio Photos By Brittany Strickland Slow mechanical beeps, small and steady gushes of air, and the whirling roar of helicopter rotors are sounds that are all too familiar to Sharon Senn. For Sharon, all of these sounds reflect her experience in …
I am a working mother and for the last year, my husband and I have been blessed to not have to homeschool or work from home. While some people have found more time on their hands for cooking projects and stress baking, I find myself …
Written by Isabella Caprario, Porch.com Photography by Brittany Strickland Starting a garden is an excellent way to enjoy beautiful plants and delicious fruits, herbs, and vegetables right in your backyard. As a new gardener, it’s vital to be sure you’re choosing plants that will thrive in your …
Who could have guessed back in March, when we were searching for how to make fabric face masks and first buying face masks online, that we’d still be thinking about masks in October? But here we are! We have since become experts at social distancing, …
Hot-tempered, egomaniacs in the kitchen have been glamorized traditionally, making celebrities out of men who would otherwise be fired for such shouting in the workplace. In that respect, you never know what you’re going to get with a talented chef. That said, this series featuring …
When I first heard the name Niematulai Longstratt, it was on the announcement of the competing chefs for the title of Louisiana Food Prize 2019. I thought: Who is this woman in this beautiful African head wrap, she’s a fashion designer and also a chef? …
#MeetTheFoxes Life happens so fast. Every day makes us who we are, for better or for worse. When you’re young, you see things one way, but as you get older, you start to see things differently. To some people, growing up and getting older means …
Cooking and baking have always been one of my favorite pastimes. I come from a large Italian family, where food and faith are the center of our home. I look forward to the holiday season as it gives me time to do what I love …
Other than encouraging moderation and balance, I like to tell the people I teach to color their plates, and this salad is one of those dishes that accomplishes that. What I love about this recipe is that it’s simple to make, but looks beautiful and …
