tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14272773516037526782024-03-17T19:59:38.848-07:00Après Fêteentertaining. food. menus. themes. party.Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.comBlogger168125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-59548666666633442112014-10-11T15:58:00.000-07:002014-10-11T16:04:42.826-07:00Balloons, Pizza & Ice Cream. Happy Birthday Ahna!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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All work and no play has me wound a little too tight these days. Hosting my dear friend Ahna O'Reilly's birthday party was a great chance to let my hair down, have a few (too many) drinks and hang with close friends. I wanted the night to feel festive so balloons and confetti fit the bill. When Greg asked me the plan, I informed him we were doing "balloons, pizza and ice cream." He thought it sounded like a little kids birthday and thought a face painter sounded in theme. While I didn't go that far, a youthful spirit was the goal. In an effort to keep things simple, we had a brick oven pizza truck at the house so guests could select their toppings and have personal pies - super fun and who doesn't love pizza? I made a couple of easy salads and let guests help themselves to drinks. For dessert, <a href="http://sweetrosecreamery.com/">Sweet Rose Creamery </a>set up an ice cream sundae bar with amazing flavors: mint chip, carrot cake, cookies and cream & creme fraiche with elderberry, all delicious. I paid for my evening of fun the next morning, but we all need those moments to let loose!!<br />
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chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives & basil vinaigrette </div>
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<a href="http://www.sweetrosecreamery.com/">Sweet Rose Creamery Ice Cream Sundae Bar</a></div>
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com74tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-29281003882166686002014-09-29T14:01:00.000-07:002014-09-29T14:01:16.360-07:00A Botanical Baby Shower<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It was a real treat to collaborate with so many talented women who make so many beautiful thing and to combine our strengths to make an extra special Baby Shower for the lovely <a href="http://botanyflowers.com/">Stephanie Schur, owner of the incredible flower shop Botany</a>. Tastemaker <a href="http://jennikayne.com/">Jenni Kayne</a> shot the party for <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/741/a-baby-shower-for-stephanie-schur---the-menu/">her blog</a> and gathered all of the details, from florals to tabletop to recipes and more, and you should def check them all out on <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/741/a-baby-shower-for-stephanie-schur---the-menu/">Rip Plus Tan</a>! It's such a joke that I think I know so many people when really I just admire their work and charming lives via <a href="http://instagram.com/annielcampbell">Instagram (follow me!!</a>). Pathetic! This party was a great chance to put voices to the faces and see their work up close. Stephanie has a really pretty, soft and natural sense of style, which set the tone for the day. The florals from<a href="http://botanyflowers.com/"> Botany</a> were beyond, lush with dahlias and queen anne's lace (a personal favorite). My menu was inspired by the end of summer and the fact that Stephanie's a vegetarian. Plus we both shared the fantasy of an over the top dessert display. Task accomplished. I'm always excited when I get the chance to work with the amazing team at <a href="http://casadeperrin.com/">Casa de Perrin</a> because their array of pretty table top things really makes the table soar - they have that perfect eye. And photographs of <a href="http://simoneleblanc.com/">Simone Le Blanc's </a>custom gift giving business are always intriguing but the thoughtful quilting activity she created for Stephanie's shower truly blew me away (details on Rip Plus Tan!!). So luxurious. Yet so authentic. I love celebrations and this was the perfect occasion for a good one - an especially pretty one. <br />
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farmers market bellini bar</div>
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chilled corn soup with avocado creme</div>
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curried egg salad with roast tomato tartine</div>
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stone fruit, arugula & marcona almond salad with sherry vinaigrette</div>
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-33982706565389389642014-09-13T15:51:00.000-07:002014-09-13T16:06:39.482-07:00A Floral Birthday Dinner <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A great party has a high impact moment. For this intimate birthday dinner, the amazing <a href="http://bloomandplume.com/contact/">Maurice of Bloom and Plume</a> created said moment with a colorful hanging garden. A true artist, Maurice is so fun to work with because he always brings a creative, unique perspective to the visual story of the party. Since the flowers and bistro lights created such a festive atmosphere, I aimed to match that energy with a playful dinner menu. Guests started with Greg's delicious cocktails (the grilled peach old-fashioned is a new favorite) and yummy snacks such as b.l.t. filled cherry tomatoes. After a summery salad, we served some crowd favorites: buttermilk fried chicken with creamed corn, wilted greens, tomatoes and french fries (the best!). A great night, made special by a series of thoughtful toasts to the birthday girl, was one I was happy to be a part of. <br />
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b.l.t. stuffed cherry tomatoes</div>
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dungeness crab with stoneground mustard on little gems</div>
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market lettuces, speck, grilled peaches, burrata, marcona almonds & basil vinaigrette</div>
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buttermilk fried chicken </div>
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wilted kale with chili & garlic</div>
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heirloom tomatoes with sea salt</div>
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-4427402082959033602014-09-04T22:42:00.001-07:002014-09-04T22:42:31.285-07:00B.L.T.'s & Games<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I love a game. If you've seen the movie <i>Anniversary Party </i>you are familiar with the type of person who has a tendency to get a little too intense during a game. A bit overly competitive. I may be that type of person. But I'm working on it (otherwise Greg would refuse to ever play with me!). So, I love games and I also love B.L.T.'s (a perfect food): hence, a B.L.T. & Games dinner party. My friend <a href="http://jennikayne.com/">Jenni Kayne</a>, who is doing an entertaining series featuring fellow entertainers, shot the dinner for <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/724/summer-entertaining-game-night--blts-with-annie-campbell/">her blog Rip Plus Tan; all of the recipe & details can be found there.</a> It was a really simple night inspired by tomatoes and the guests (namely my friend Molly who is an enthusiast, like myself, and her enthusiasm for things like homemade pickles and vinegary drinks makes me happy to make them!). I love the shrub based cocktails at <a href="http://bacomercat.com/">Baco Mercat</a> and have been meaning to make them at home. It turns out that if one mixes blackberries with sugar, lets them macerate for a couple of days and adds vinegar, they have a very delicious base for a cocktail (<a href="http://www.ripplustan.com/downloads/Blackberry_Cocktail.pdf">recipe on Rip Plus Tan!</a>). Cocktails led to a family style dinner which led to the main event: the game. On this particular night we played the latest crowd favorite <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004S8F7QM/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B004S8F7QM&linkCode=as2&tag=rita0d-20&linkId=G5RSUP6OYXK53XZD">Cards Against Humanity</a>. While controversial to some, it is def designed as a social game, perfect for a dinner party. I was on my best behavior, if anything, it was Cass who owes everyone an apology. For dessert, I highly recommend a bourbon spiked root beer float (I've been enjoying them all week!). So as not to waste, guests took home the tomatoes from the centerpiece along with jars of homemade basil pesto in <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GXNJEZK/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00GXNJEZK&linkCode=as2&tag=rita0d-20&linkId=ZECYP2VPWHJXMXCU">canvas farmers market totes.</a> Goodbye Summer - I'm so, so ready for Fall.<br />
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blackberry thyme shrub cocktail</div>
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belgian beers</div>
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homemade pickles</div>
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charred padron peppers & cherry tomatoes with aioli</div>
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b.l.t.'s with heirloom tomatoes, black forest bacon & basil mayonnaise </div>
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arugula salad with grilled corn & shallot viniagrette</div>
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roast potato salad with celery & dill</div>
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honeydew & cantaloupe melon with macron almonds & mint</div>
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bourbon spiked root beer floats</div>
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basil pesto, farmers market bags & tomatoes </div>
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-43146786337804908592014-08-28T12:51:00.000-07:002014-08-28T12:51:14.959-07:00Bucatini & Clams<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A couple of weeks ago we had a dinner party planned for twelve with <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/718/summer-entertaining-bucatini--clams-with-annie-campbell/">Rip Plus Tan</a>. And then life happened. Greg had to make a last minute trip to New York so Teddy and I were left to host on our own. As much as I love the men in my friend's lives, I asked if we could switch it just girlfriends so that we could really catch up in that way that only ladies do. With a friends' recent engagement and another's upcoming wedding we had a lot to discuss! After a weekend full of parties, I had little time and even less desire to do any heavy duty cooking. So Teddy and I went to The Hollywood Farmers Market to gather all of the ingredients for a super easy, no-fuss, summer dinner. Check out all of the recipes, as well as my favorite market vendors and tabletop details, on <a href="http://jennikayne.com/">Jenni Kayne's</a> amazing blog <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/718/summer-entertaining-bucatini--clams-with-annie-campbell/">Rip Plus Tan</a>. While Teddy napped I set the table, grounded by a pretty olive garland from the lovely ladies at <a href="http://www.botanyflowers.com/">Botany Flowers</a>. Julianna (the recently engaged!) is a stellar sous-chef and always helps me plate in the kitchen. After some last minute assembling, we sat down to a simple dinner of caprese salad, bucatini & clams and finished with yummy flavors from <a href="http://www.carmelaicecream.com/">Carmela Ice Cream</a>. It must be said that Courtney brought me a gag hostess gift of the<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Cardinal-Industries-City-Trivia-Game/dp/B0001XNV0M"> Sex and the City Trivia Game</a>. In fact, it was no joke! After enough champagne, I insisted that we play and it turns out I've probably seen each episode a few too many times!! I love my friends and eating good food with great company is the best- throw in a game with lots of laughs, what more could one want from a summer night?<br />
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-47877402304849367582014-08-21T22:56:00.000-07:002014-08-21T22:56:59.528-07:00Teddy's Sip and See: A Kentucky Derby Party<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's been awhile. A long while. And a lot has happened. Greg and I had a baby: Teddy! Teddy is awesome and we're having so much fun obsessing over him. Between my pregnancy, our thriving catering business and the arrival of Teddy, something had to give and blogging is what I gave up. However, I've missed it as a creative outlet and a way to share all of the parties that we throw, for ourselves and our clients. There have been over a hundred parties since my last post and I hope to catch up, as well as share our many upcoming ones. Teddy's Sip and See Party back in May seems like the natural first post back. I'd been dying to throw one ever since I learned of the southern tradition - I practically had Teddy for this very reason! We went with a Kentucky Derby theme (I've wanted to do one every year!) and kept it classically preppy and festive. Seersucker table cloths and attire set the tone for the day. Teddy's Aunt Amy arranged mint and tulips in my mint julep cups (one of many ways that she has spoiled him) and made custom racing horse signs. We sipped on mint juleps (of course) and spiked arnold palmers while grazing the buffet of pulled pork sandwiches and seasonal, slightly southern salads. The whole party was a fun way to celebrate our new party animal and for him to meet many of his new friends. Can't wait to share all of the parties in his future!!!</div>
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pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw & bourbon bbq sauce</div>
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It's not all about the candy! Before the trick or treating, it's equally festive to have savory snacks to fuel the big night. I teamed up with <a href="http://ripplustan.com/">Jenni Kayne</a> and <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy Blessing</a> to make a pumpkin themed party with a menu perfect for a holiday gathering. While <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2011/10/trick-or-treatgive-me-something-good-to.html">my family tradition is chili on Halloween</a>, it was fun to do a twist with pumpkin soup. The kids carved out their pumpkins to use as bowls and then picked from an array of toppings: avocado, corn chips, pepitas & dried cranberries. To compliment their soup, I made ghost toasts (with the kids placing currants for eyes) and pumpkin and almond butter tea sandwiches. Nothing quite says fall like apples which were served in the forms of spiced cider and caramel covered. It turns out, eating pumpkin soup is really just a transaction a child will make when promised the reward of the sweet caramel covered apples (my recipe, featuring maple syrup can be found <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/356/halloween-cooking-and-carving-with-annie-campbell--amy-blessing/">here</a>). Amy and Jenni, both masters of making all things chic and beautiful, created pretty decorations to make the day special. Check out all of my recipes and more photos of Amy and Jenni's festive table on <a href="http://ripplustan.com/blog/view/356/halloween-cooking-and-carving-with-annie-campbell--amy-blessing/">Rip Plus Tan</a>. Happy Halloween!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_lHkZClmMqr8m5AJXRY5uP42-nyPJ_O1Or2HZuJOvo7Hp8kcpcR7Cvn1COmncCM1PLpShUxG44xFVfnjdXIme5r5ZZcHJCLNc82THgGe5G0wOkTonyqnH2SanrjoaRZX8zL7wkH-5V54/s1600/DSC_6324.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_lHkZClmMqr8m5AJXRY5uP42-nyPJ_O1Or2HZuJOvo7Hp8kcpcR7Cvn1COmncCM1PLpShUxG44xFVfnjdXIme5r5ZZcHJCLNc82THgGe5G0wOkTonyqnH2SanrjoaRZX8zL7wkH-5V54/s640/DSC_6324.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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This party makes me happy. Throwing a birthday brunch for my dear friend Ahna truly reminded me what entertaining at home is all about. First, it's about an occasion. This was a chance to bring a great group of girls together to celebrate our amazing friend. I focused on a few thoughtful touches to celebrate the guest of honor. Because Ahna has turned us all on to incredible astrologers and healers, this was our chance to give back. A few ladies pitched in to hire a tarot card reader to do readings for all of the guests throughout the party--super fun (not to mention a great conversation piece!). And what a perfect opportunity to serve a few of her favorites: crepes complete, French pastries, and chocolate (all made in advance!!). Because I kept the menu simple, I had time to play with flowers, which was enjoyable (rather than stressful!), as I wasn't trying to get a million things done. The control freak in me let go and accepted help from good friends who brought the almond croissants (thanks Court!), helped set the table (thanks Jen!), and even assembled the hors d'oeuvres (Julianna you're the best!!). Because I was relaxed, I felt present and really enjoyed myself amongst friends. As did the rest of the girls. It's not about fuss or getting it all right, it's about bringing people together. Thanks Ahna for being a wonderful and inspiring reason to throw a fete.<br />
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ham & cheese crepes with bechamel & chives</div>
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72 and sunny is the magical equation that keeps LA dwellers happy. But relentless days of heat in the high 80s and 90s is making fall a bit of an illusion. In the spirit of being true to the weather, I had one more summer BBQ in me. For this farewell to summer party, I rounded up the season's best in the form of classic family recipes. My mom's BLT filled cherry tomatoes are a perfect bite with lots of fresh basil, chives and smoky bacon. And my grandma's Sweet & Sour Baked Beans were a hit all summer long. My favorite personal addition is the <a href="http://zoebakes.com/2011/08/01/beyond-the-box-brown-butter-vanilla-bean-rice-krispie-treats-plus-a-short-tour-of-the-bakery-that-inspired-them-and-a-wedding-cake/">Brown Butter Vanilla Bean Rice Krispy Treat</a> from<i> <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Flour-Spectacular-Recipes-Bostons-Bakery/dp/081186944X">Flour</a>: </i>true deliciousness. So thank you summer for the memories. You filled my time with more cooking than I ever could have imagined. You inspired lots of refreshing cocktails, juicy burgers and ice cream treats. However, I need a year to recover to from my high exposure to corn, tomatoes & peaches (no offense, but I'm done). This weekend I'm easing into autumn with Asian pears, potato pancakes & pork. Can't wait.<br />
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bbq potato chips & caramelized onion dip</div>
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baby back ribs with espresso bbq sauce</div>
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-53081239830638591002013-09-04T15:01:00.000-07:002013-10-06T22:58:23.464-07:00"Sip & See" Picnic<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As a seeker of excuses to throw parties, I was thrilled to discover the "Sip & See". It's a Southern tradition of inviting friends over to "sip" on cocktails while "seeing" a new baby. Amazing. So to help introduce a new little man to the world, we threw a classic, all-American picnic themed Sip & See (after all, what is more family oriented than a picnic?) Complete with croquet, bocce ball, white picnic tables and strewn picnic blankets, it was truly a perfect Sunday affair. Blackberries flecked <a href="http://bloomandplume.com/">Bloom and Plume's</a> sweet arrangements and vintage picnic baskets held dishes and flatware on the buffet. The menu was relaxed (spiked lemonade bar) and traditional (it doesn't get more picnic than fried chicken) with plenty of farmers market sides (e.g. fresh tomato, corn & basil salad--so simple and tasty). And while we can ALL AGREE that we are over mason jars, they do have their time and place; in this case, as vessels for delicious blueberry & nectarine crisps and strawberry shortcakes. Now I want to have a baby just to have an excuse for another Sip & See!!!<br />
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buttermilk fried chicken</div>
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The best food for a rager is Mexican. Fact. Specifically, a taco bar. I'll admit to giving it a bad rap with a 'been there, done that' attitude. Not to mention the difficulty of competing with the amazing authentic tacos LA has to offer, like from <a href="http://www.guisados.co/">Guisados</a> in Boyle Heights. All that aside, when good cocktails are flowing, (and they were, in the form of spicy margaritas and smoky mescal pineapple coolers) a juicy taco is the perfect snack. While I'm a lover of fish tacos, the stars of the night were the "Mama's Tacos". After all, who isn't instantly taken back to childhood with a bite of seasoned ground beef, sharp cheddar, shredded lettuce and tomato (the pickle is a new, and delicious! touch). The bright colors of a Mexican banner are also instantly fun and <a href="http://www.bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy</a> made the whole night more festive with pinatas galore, hanging flags, touches of turquoise, and yellow flowers. And just in case they weren't ready for the night to end, guests went home with favors filled with Greg's serrano chili margarita mix, beautifully packaged by <a href="http://www.bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy</a> with recipe labels. I've learned my lesson: a taco party isn't boring. It's a classic.<br />
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serrano margarita</div>
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pacifico & negra modelo</div>
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cucumber aqua fresca</div>
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salsa bar & chips</div>
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roasted yellow tomato, grilled peach, spicy purple cherokee, & pico de gallo</div>
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guacamole</div>
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mini chorizo & peach tortas with mexican crema</div>
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wild mushroom, corn, cotija cheese, salsa verde & radish</div>
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tempura battered mahi-mahi with cilantro cabbage slaw & lime crema</div>
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chicken mole, avocado & crema</div>
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pulled pork, queso fresco & pickled red onion</div>
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"mama's taco" ground beef, sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato & pickle</div>
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grilled corn, queso fresco, cilantro, chili & lime</div>
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drunken black & pinto beans</div>
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jicama, cucumber, arugula & citrus with pepitas & lime cilantro dressing</div>
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cinnamon, dark chocolate & margarita mini sprinkles cupcakes</div>
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After an amazing vacation in Morocco (which definately inspired another <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2012/10/moroccan-feast.html">Moroccan themed party!</a>), I arrived back to LA greeted by gorgeous, sweet tomatoes at the farmers markets. They are the best they've been in years, which means it is BLT season! We've been back in the throws of massive parties, so this simple dinner for twelve was a real pleasure. The hostess is from Mississippi and wanted touches of the South to inspire the menu. With the help of my friends Ahna and Julianna, who know a thing or two about Southern cooking, I came up with pecan crusted halibut, creamy grits & greens. Greg really nailed the fried pickled request with his tempura battered version, better than anything I've eaten at a State Fair (no offense State Fair, I love you deeply and can't wait!!). Our hostess picked flowers from her garden (lucky lady!) and served dinner on her collection of mix and match vintage china, which only enhanced the whimsical, easy breezy Southern feel. I'm so happy it's summer, my favorite time of year, and look forward to lots of corn, bbq, refreshing cocktails and the second best food in the world: the BLT (sorry BLT, the french fry is my one true love).<br />
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-16015907279604133292013-05-09T07:59:00.002-07:002013-05-09T08:01:44.948-07:00Edible Flower Videos with LEAFtv<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When I met <a href="http://www.pickthebrain.com/">Erin Falconer</a> and <a href="http://becauseimaddicted.net/">Geri Hirsch</a>, I was impressed. These two very smart, very cool ladies have created <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/leaftv">LEAFtv</a>, which features beautiful how-to videos in the world of Living, Eating and Fashion. It's going to be huge. We teamed up to create a series of videos showcasing edible flowers, just in time for a Mother's Day Luncheon. This <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syvO1m1WFKU">"sous-vide" salmon recip</a>e is my and Greg's go-to easy dinner. It sounds way more complicated than it really is. You simply marinate your salmon in a ziploc bag, and also cook it in it. Zero clean-up!! Check out the <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syvO1m1WFKU">video</a> for a step-by-step tutorial. Stay tuned tomorrow for how to build a grown-up ice cream sundae bar! Thank you Erin and Geri for including me--looking forward to future collaborations!</div>
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Salads are always appropriate for a ladies' luncheon, but they're even better when paired with grilled pizzas!! For a friend's baby shower, a long table, filled with her amazing collection of crystal, china & flatware, invited guests to share in a leisurely feast, served family style. We used <a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/132/pizza">Gwyneth Paltrow's pizza dough recipe</a> from <i><a href="http://www.goop.com/journal/make/126/my-fathers-daughter">My Father's Daughter</a> </i>and the result was perfectly crunchy on the outside, doughy on the inside, with plenty of earthy flavor. This will be my new go-to crust recipe, which I'll use for build your own pizza parties all summer (plus it held up great over night in the fridge). And the <a href="http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/2011/06/pistachio-strawberry-and-vanilla-semifreddo">pistachio, strawberry & vanilla bean layered semifreddo</a> is worth the extra steps for a pretty, sweet finish. <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy</a> added special touches with printed menus, place cards and a baby photo guessing game. All in all, a fun afternoon of rose & lunch from the grill, made all the more delicious by good friends, great weather and a baby on the way...<br />
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The invitation said "Champagne & Onion Rings, Oysters & Absinthe". This party was off to a good start! And though one needs little more for sustenance, we took the Parisian bistro theme and ran with it. Getting the <a href="http://www.avalonjazzband.com/">French jazz band Avalon</a> to perform set the perfect tone for this backyard fete. While they charmingly sang and played, guest enjoyed plenty of champagne cocktails, sazeracs and mini croque monsieurs. For dinner, we kept it totally simple and classic--e.g. steak au poivre and frisee with lardons & egg--with more ever-present champagne (and onion rings, of course!). Bistro lights over small cafe tables made the whole night feel cozy and <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy's </a>use of garden roses throughout the party was stunning and chic. I'm longing for a trip to Paris and this party with a glimmer of my associations: Hemingway's obsession oysters, my favorite restaurant's profiteroles and a semester abroad filled with boozy love and fun. Bon Anniversaire Ryan!! xx<br />
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steak au poivre</div>
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potato & fennel gratin</div>
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haricot verts with cherry tomatoes & thyme</div>
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frisse salad with lardons & egg</div>
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<i>photos by <a href="http://www.tigertigerstudio.com/">Hana Ardelean </a></i></div>
Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-49844816849149232722013-04-02T00:05:00.000-07:002013-04-02T00:05:18.443-07:00Easter Egg Hunt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 16px;">This year my friend Leah went all out with a kid's fantasy Easter: an egg hunt, egg on spoon relays and pin the tail on the bunny. It was a pleasure to create a menu that lived up to all of the fun. Bunny and chick shaped finger sandwiches accompanied bunny mac & cheese and bunny snacks (aka carrot sticks). The kids provided the dessert by sharing treats from their Easter baskets and decorating sugar cookies. If you've ever wondered who likes Peeps, think no further: kids (they freak out for them!). There were treats for the adults as well: starting with spicy Bloody Mary's and rhubarb fizzes. A Greek Easter Luncheon was a great buffet for a day of grazing. Grilled leg of lamb filled pitas with plenty of dips, sauces, veggies & a big Greek salad. The whole day got me excited for warmer weather and days filled with good food, good drinks and great friends. Lots of parties to come...</span><br />
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-41486478844491856512013-03-19T23:02:00.000-07:002013-03-19T23:02:52.396-07:00Corned Beef & Cabbage<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Gathering a group of friends for 'off' holidays seems to be my and Greg's new tradition: President's Day, Oktoberfest, and now St. Patrick's Day. There is something inherently festive about these parties (not that St. Patrick's Day needs any help in the festive department). With a built in theme of all that is green and Irish, there is nothing to fret over with a St. Patrick's Day party. After all, is there really any reason to mess around with as good of a thing as corned beef and cabbage? Throw in some potatoes and spring carrots and call it a day. And while serving Guinness is a perfectly suitable beverage for such an affair, Greg upped the anti by creating a signature drink: "The Leprechaun." He showed off his drawing skills with a visual aid for guests to follow his recipe and make their own drinks (no one should have to play bartender at their own party). The result was a tasty concoction of Jameson, shamrocks (for real!), cucumber and lime, topped off with a splash Harp. And after years of experimenting with St. Paddy's Day desserts (e.g. Lucky Charms treats, chocolate stout cake, Guinness ice cream & beer floats), I've landed upon a new tradition: little pots of gold in the form of butterscotch pots de creme (topped with whipped cream and edible gold, of course). Hope everyone recovered well from the Irish antics: Slainte!!</div>
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Spring is officially here. The farmers markets are shifting, filling up with asparagus, peas, rhubarb and sweet strawberries. I couldn't be more thrilled, especially because it's just in time for Easter, which comes early this year. To kick off the new season, I teamed back up with <a href="http://thechalkboardmag.com/in-the-veggie-kitchen-vegetarian-easter-brunch#sl=7">The Chalkboard</a> and <a href="http://jennikayne.com/">Jenni Kayne</a> to teach another cooking class for their 'In the Veggie Kitchen' series. We focused on Easter Brunch recipes, all of which you can find on Jenni's blog <a href="http://ripplustan.com/">Rip Plus Tan</a> (along with her and <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy's</a> pretty Easter table). Brunch is a great moment for a vegetarian meal since farm eggs can be the star and they truly are the perfect food. Combined with colorful spring vegetables, it's a terrific follow-up to an egg hunt. You can also check out my <a href="http://thechalkboardmag.com/in-the-veggie-kitchen-vegetarian-easter-brunch#sl=7">Easter Timeline at the Chalkboard </a>for lots of make ahead tips! <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy</a> created recipes for an amazing array of natural egg dyes which will make a beautiful Easter basket, as well as adorable floral headbands that rival any Easter bonnet (I just may have stolen one). My <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2009/03/rhubarb-fizz-cocktail-recipe.html">most original recipe is for my new favorite spring cocktail: a rhubarb fizz</a> <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2009/03/rhubarb-fizz-cocktail-recipe.html">(click here for recipe)</a>. I have to admit, I'm not much of a mixologist (I can't even claim to know how to make a mean martini) because I always rely on Greg (who wouldn't?). But I figured it's time to step up my game and have a recipe of my own. The combination of Hendrick's gin, rhubarb, lemon, celery bitters and egg whites make for a nice sweet to tart ratio, with a pretty pink hue. Just the right thing to hold while wearing your Sunday best!<br />
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Planning weddings can be a nightmare. Or, as it turns out, a dream. This last minute affair was in the latter camp. A very cool bride and groom can make all of the difference. Throw in a gorgeous Malibu beachfront home as a location and you've practically sealed the deal. Initially, I was super stumped about what to serve at a winter beach wedding. Meat and potatoes didn't fit the bill, nor did lobster rolls (not to mention the bride's shellfish allergy). But through discussing food and restaurants with the Venice couple, I got inspired to make this seasonal, light, Californian menu with Asian flavors. Sake steamed kabocha squash went into sushi cut rolls and got topped with shiso peppers and ginger. And amongst surfers, there had to be a taco; slow roasted soy glazed pork made for a juicy one. Dinner was served family style and for whatever reason, it thrilled me to serve kale fried rice at a wedding! <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/"> Amy</a> handled all things pretty and floral and created gorgeous decor that only enhanced nature's beauty. The anemones really popped amongst all of the white on the table and were stunning on the wedding cake (very impressive, Amy!). It was such a treat to spend the day at the beach setting up; I'm pretty sure that we all wanted to move in. I can only hope that the guests had as much fun as we did. <br />
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asparagus tempura</div>
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kabocha squash sushi with shiso peppers & ginger</div>
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tuna tartare on potato chips</div>
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tofu bahn mi crostini with hoison</div>
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soy glazed pork tacos with pickled red onion</div>
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little gems, winter citrus, avocado, pickled cucumber, seaweed & fennel with a sesame ponzu vinaigrette</div>
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black cod miso</div>
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grilled rib-eye with sake glaze</div>
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kale fried rice</div>
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charred brussel sprouts with pork belly & chili sauce</div>
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wasabi edamame puree with shitake mushrooms & shiso</div>
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vanilla wedding cake with vanilla buttercream</div>
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<i>photos by Yayo Ahumada</i></div>
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For my favorite menu of the year, there is a bit of a process. First, there are the nominations and then the viewing of all of the films (thank you screeners!!). The best part is the brainstorming: a course for each Best Picture nominee. If nothing else, this party is pure bragging rights, a show-off moment for imaginative food. However, this year, I cannot take all of the credit. In fact, the two most creative courses were inspired by friends' suggestions. So thank you Van for suggesting something 'aged' for <i>Amour </i>(French cheeses, of course). And Ahna inspired my very favorite: 'north vs south' for <i>Lincoln; </i>Greg made it a fair battle by picking 'clam chowder vs shrimp gumbo'. <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy's</a> film poster food cards brought each course together and make the night all the more festive. Even though she impresses me with the decor every year, this got my vote for best (anemones are a new favorite). Dessert is usually the highlight of this party: <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2011/02/and-oscar-goes-to.html">a little kid dessert bar for </a><i><a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2011/02/and-oscar-goes-to.html">Toy Story 3</a> </i>and <a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2012/02/2012-oscar-viewing-party-hemed-menu.html">last year's black and white extravaganza for<i> The Artist</i></a> set the bar pretty high. Lucky for me, <i>Life of Pi</i> was a sweet inspiration and <i>Djagno Unchained </i>screamed for a coconut white cake. </div>
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lemon shaker pie, peanut butter pie, banana cream pie & chocolate ganache tart</div>
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For what other occasion could I make such a girly Valentine's Day meal, than for a ladies luncheon? It was fun to flip through all of <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/">Martha Stewart's</a> books and February issues of <i>Living</i> for inspiration, and then to do my own takes on pink and heart shaped food. The salad of artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, heart shaped beets & croutons with a pink peppercorn champagne vinaigrette was especially fun to prepare (maybe tied with the crudites!). And, of course, the whole meal was even better served at <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy's</a> pretty table, a white take on Valentine's Day with cut out hearts and classic roses. Hope that everyone had a sweet Valentine's day; if <a href="http://instagram.com/annielcampbell/">Instagram</a> is any indication, it looked like a good one! xoxo<br />
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This year I partnered up with <a href="http://thechalkboardmag.com/valentines-date-romantic-breakfast-for-dinner-in-bed">The Chalkboard </a>to create a new way to celebrate Valentine's Day: breakfast in bed, for dinner. While Valentine's Day is all about the sexy lingerie, it's also a fun excuse to wear pj's to dinner and stay cozy under the sheets. Greg is normally the breakfast maker in our house, so I needed a new menu item to impress him. Crepes were a fun solution and really couldn't be simpler (I learned how to make them in my seventh grade home-ec class!). In order to avoid any up and down between the bedroom and kitchen, I served an assortment of chocolates for dessert. After all, when else are you going to treat yourself to such a pretty treat? <a href="http://bbbcraft.blogspot.com/">Amy</a> made me a very sweet menu that also served as my valentine to Greg (check our <a href="http://thechalkboardmag.com/to-diy-for-adorable-heart-punch-valentines-day-cards">her pretty valentines at The Chalkboard</a>). You can also get my how-to's and <a href="http://thechalkboardmag.com/valentines-date-romantic-breakfast-for-dinner-in-bed">recipes for ham & gruyere crepes and the frisee, bacon & egg salad at The Chalkboard</a>. Wishing everyone a Happy Valentine's Day filled with love, hearts and romance!</div>
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frisee salad with bacon lardons & egg</div>
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assorted <a href="http://ococoa.com/">ococoa chocolates</a><br />
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Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-90297284752841008752013-02-03T20:49:00.000-08:002013-02-03T20:49:13.372-08:00Winter Dinner. Food that was fun to serve.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For this family-style feast, I started with a food memory: a perfect bite. My mom and I had dinner at <a href="http://www.prunerestaurant.com/">Prune</a> in NYC ten plus years ago and ordered an appetizer recommended by our waitress. A plate with boquerones (aka white anchovies), shaved celery, marcona almonds and a drizzle of olive oil. I had never had a marcona almond, nor a cured anchovy, and the combination blew my mind. The plate had texture, acid, surprise and I've never forgotten it. So it was exciting to put the elements together, with a little fennel, atop a grilled piece of bread. Once I figured out the bruschetta, the rest of the menu fell into place. Ribs in the winter felt fun and chocolate pots de creme are always a perfect finish. <br />
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serrano margaritas</div>
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gherkins & curry pickled carrots</div>
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radish & butter tea sandwiches</div>
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duck prosciutto, finocchiona & soppressata</div>
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pacific gold oysters with champagne mignonette </div>
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little gems with garlicky lemon vinaigrette</div>
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fennel, celery, boquerones & marcona almond bruschetta</div>
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fresh ricotta, pickled mushroom & shallot bruschetta</div>
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baby back ribs with balsamic espresso bbq sauce</div>
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andouille sausage</div>
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creamy rosemary polenta</div>
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brussel sprouts with kimchi sausage</div>
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wilted kale with chili & citrus</div>
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dark chocolate pots de creme </div>
Annie Campbellhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06237816058445731730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427277351603752678.post-49790207532607170992013-01-30T21:21:00.002-08:002013-01-30T21:21:44.524-08:00Classic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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While in college, my friend Tara Gordon and I were the
chattiest of the chatty and spent hours sitting around speculating about our
futures, as girls do. I vividly recall
Tara asking me, “What would your go-to entertaining meal be when you’re
married?” I wasn’t sure what she
meant. She clarified: “Well, mine would
be steak, a baked potato and sautéed spinach.” “Even though you don’t eat
meat?” I asked the vegetarian. “That
wouldn’t bother me. Everyone likes
steak.” And while I do know a few
non-meat eaters, Tara was on to something.
People love the classics. In a
world filled with mason jars and artisanal, it’s easy to dismiss silver trays
and steak house favorites as old-fashioned.
But I like to think that they are timeless. Case in point, this throw back dinner party
menu received rave reviews. Similarly,
as much as I love bitters, I really relinquished the cool factor and served
lemon drops, a classic ‘mom drink’. But
guess what? A lemon drop is delicious. And there’s nothing uncool about an ice cream
sundae bar (scooping ice cream into glass bowls makes for a pretty
presentation). The only thing that could
have made this a better party would’ve been having Tara on the guest list.<br />
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This brunch was all about the bloody mary and the egg sandwich. I can't decide which was my favorite: pork belly and fried egg on a maple syrup drenched waffle <i>or </i>honey baked ham, blackberry jam & scrambled egg on a buttermilk biscuit. Both winners. And Greg's bloody marys, with touches of fennel and lemongrass, made for a delicious toast to the end of the holiday season, and the start of the new year. All of the citrus at the farmer's market has been beautifully piled which inspired the simple centerpiece of sprawling tangerines. 2012 was pretty amazing with more cooking than I ever imagined and incredible theme parties that were as much fun to create as to attend (<a href="http://apresfete.blogspot.com/2012/05/out-of-africa.html">Out of Africa was a clear highlight).</a> In 2013, I look forward to more celebrations, big and small. I want to challenge myself to explore new cooking techniques, stay organized in the kitchen (clean as I go!!!), and cook for pleasure as much as for work. I want to have more small gatherings, do spontaneous get togethers, and continue to celebrate the "off" holidays: Chinese New Year, St. Patrick's Day, May Day and more. And hopefully travel will inspire new traditions, ingredients and recipes. Looking back on last year, I feel overwhelmingly grateful to Greg, my partner in crime, without whom, the success of 2012 wouldn't have been possible. I had so much fun cooking with, drinking with, eating out with, cooking for and throwing parties with him. It wasn't always pretty (it was usually a mess) but I wouldn't have wanted to do it with anyone else. So, thank you Greg for doing so many dishes and for helping me stay calm. Cheers to more good in 2013!</div>
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The Menu<br />
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<i>sips</i></div>
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spicy bloody mary's</div>
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blood orange mimosas</div>
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<i>snacks</i></div>
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quail eggs, cucumber and chives on toast</div>
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avocado toast with red pepper flakes</div>
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gravlax, cream cheese & dill on everything bagel </div>
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<i>to share, brunch buffet</i></div>
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sunny-side up eggs on waffles with pork belly & maple syrup</div>
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egg on olive bread with prosciutto & arugula</div>
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scrambled eggs, ham & blackberry jam on buttermilk biscuits</div>
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kale with mixed winter citrus</div>
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asparagus, wild mushrooms & leeks</div>
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brioche french toast with mixed berries</div>
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homemade raspberry pop tarts</div>
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sticky buns</div>
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carrot cake muffins with lemon cream cheese icing</div>
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<i>sweet(er)</i></div>
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banana pudding cups</div>
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old fashioned chocolate cake</div>
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