I have fond memories of Mom and Dad packing five of us into the station wagon for an evening trip for ice cream during the summer. Doesn’t matter if you like ice cream or soft serve, cup or cone, there is something refreshing about this delicious treat on a hot summer day. Since I have…
Here is part 2 to our recent Out of Africa 1920s theme table for the charitable event supporting education, Fantasy Tables for Promising Futures. To read more about this event and to see the custom-made invitation for our guests, click here. Many thanks to my dear friend, Chloe from Celebrate and Decorate who inspires me…
Every June, Judith King, author, chef and overall wonderful and generous person, coordinates the Fantasy Table charitable event at the White Mountain Country Club (WMCC) in Pinetop, Arizona. Three years ago she invited me to participate in hosting a table and creating a table theme. All funds raised for this event go for scholarships to…
The “Race for the Roses” will be held this Saturday on May 4, 2024 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. If you cannot be there in person, then what better reason to have your very own Derby party. There is so much history surrounding this annual event and how fun to partake in its revelry….
Spring has definitely sprung here at Bella Terra. All the flowers are blooming, my garden is growing and what better way to share it than a spring themed dinner at home. Recently we hosted friends of ours who are out of state that is still experiencing snow. It is their first time to our house,…