Entertaining
I love creating a space where I can make my guests feel welcome. I put a lot of thought and effort into hosting. To me, entertaining is curating an experience for the people who gather with me. I am all about the details. These little touches add up to make big impressions and create lasting memories.
Meet me on the Porch
When the weather plays along, porches—no matter the size—become a natural extension of your home.
Celebrate Mardi Gras at Home—No Parade Needed!
As a New Orleans native, Mardi Gras has always been a special tradition for me—but you don’t have to be from New Orleans to embrace its magic.
Recharging After Holiday Entertaining
As much as I love hosting and creating special moments, I’ve realized that taking time for myself afterward isn’t just a luxury—it’s essential.
The Joy of Cooking for Seven Celebrity Chefs
Remember how I said that you just never know who you will find in my farmhouse kitchen? This time, it was 7 celebrity chefs from Texas and their lovely wives.
Cooking with Chef Kent Rathbun
Kent Rathbun is a close friend and an incredibly talented chef, especially when it comes to grilling. He's the ultimate grill master! We always have a great time cooking together and truly enjoy each other's company in the kitchen.
Tulips & Tapas
Isn’t Spring glorious? In the Napa Valley, it is marked by bud break. This is when the grapevines wake up and the first leaves emerge from the dormant buds. You can hear “Have you had bud break yet?” all over the valley. I decided to gather some friends to welcome Spring.