Perfect Weeknight Supper

While flipping through the current issue of Bon Appetit I came across this deliciously simple recipe for PAPPAERDELLE WITH ARUGULA AND PROSCIUTTO. I have now put it on my "must try" list for a simple weeknight supper or a spring dinner party. Paired with a salad and a chilled sauvignon blanc - yum!

Photo: Bon Appetit

Outstanding in the Field

 

I love warmer weather and the chance to entertain outside. It is no surprise then that I am dying to attend one of this year's OUTSTANDING IN THE FIELD dinners. Since 1999 they have set their long table at farms, gardens, on mountain tops, on islands, in cities and at ranches across the US. Wherever the location, the consistent theme of each dinner is to honor the people whose good work brings nourishment to the table. Ingredients for the meal are almost all local and generally prepared by a celebrated chef of the region. After a tour of the site, everyone settles in: farmers, producers, culinary artisans, and diners sharing the long table. They are touring the country and seats sell out fast, so check the website for dates in your area.

 

 

 

Photos: Outstanding in the Field, Designtripper, Gastripper, Moormintues

 

 

Spring Dinner Party

Greetings my lovely readers! My apologies for the radio silence and thank you for your nice notes. No, I have not been on vacation, just slammed with my day job and not able to devote as much time and creative energy to the blog.

Last week I hosted a small fete for some of my favorite friends I wanted to share a few of the details with you. The flowers are roses, lilies, hydrangeas and snap dragons. One tip for you: I use the florist at Whole Foods and they do a beautiful job for 1/2 the cost of a high-end florist. I asked for a fresh and modern centerpiece to match my custom tablecloth from DWELL. 

The place cards are from ALEXA PULIZTER  Fun, right?

For the main course I dusted off an old classic - Chicken Marbella from the Silver Palate. RECIPE

Photos: Kate Todd, Susabelle Boutique, Simply Recipes



Shake Shack

If you live in the greater New York area then you have seen the lines of people waiting in line at Danny Meyer's SHAKE SHACK. 

Shake Shack started as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan to support the Madison Square Park Conservancy’s first art installation. The cart was an epic success, with Shack Fans lined up daily for three summers. In 2004, it became a permanent kiosk in the Park: This modern day “roadside” burger stand serves up the most delicious burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, shakes, beer, wine and more. An instant neighborhood fixture, Shake Shack welcomed people from all over the city, country and world who gathered together to enjoy fresh, simple, high-quality versions of the classics in a majestic setting.

Last week they opened a location in Boston and it was huge news! Everyone was talking about the arrival of this new restaurant and I can't wait to check out their shakes and their burgers. Have you been? 

The hot dogs, frozen custard and french fries are supposed to be fabulous as well. 

On My List: Stonover Farm

A friend recently mentioned that she and her husband are planning a weekend escape to STONOVER FARM in the Berkshires. My my mum (Dixie) is in Litchfield County and I thought I knew all of the great places to stay in the area. Apparently not!

The Farm is a luxury B + B located in the idyllic town of Lenox. The property is owned and managed by Tom and Suky Werman. Both were raised and educated on the east coast, and after spending 23 years in Los Angeles, they are thrilled to be back! While in Los Angeles, Tom worked as a rock record producer, with over 20 gold and platinum albums to his credit. Suky taught 5th grade and was a museum educator. While they loved the West Coast, after visiting Lenox several times on vacation, they knew it was the perfect place for a bed and breakfast.

The rooms

The property

I am putting this on my list!

Peony Pink

Happy first day of spring! I had to do a post to cheer us up in New England where we are digging out from yet another storm. 9 inches in Boston. Blech. So cheers to spring and pink peonies - one of my favorite flowers. 

Images: Tiny White Daisies, Romantic Domestic Blogspot, Martha Stewart, Brideorama, Emformarvelous, Bbrooks, I Suwanee, Elle Decor