Roundups

Fourth of July Planning

June 29, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

How is this weekend already the Fourth of July?? It’s like we blinked and it’s already the middle of summer.

Rich and I are having our families over to celebrate this year and I want to make it fun, yet still laid back. The best way to do this? Delegate! Everyone is bringing something, even if it’s just a side or a few bottles of wine. All that help really adds up and then I only have to think about a few dishes. Plus I find that everyone really wants to help, so take them up on it! A true win-win!

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Father’s Day Ideas

June 15, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Can you believe Father’s Day is this Sunday? This year is really special because it’s Rich’s first Father’s day! We’re planning a weekend full of good food and golf. What more could he want?

If you’ve left planning to the last minute, don’t worry, Rich and I have you covered! Read on for some ideas on how to celebrate and fun gift suggestions from Rich.

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Mother’s Day Ideas

April 27, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

This Mother’s Day is a really special one because it’s my first one being a mom. The thought behind the day is so special – show mom how much you love her and that you notice everything she does for you all year. I thought it would be fun to put together some ideas for delicious treats and presents for the occasion.

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Last Minute Easter Planning

April 1, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Can you believe this weekend is already Easter? In some regards it feels like time has stood still for the past year, but then I stop and think about it and 2021 has been flying by. If Easter snuck up on you like it did me, I thought I would share a roundup of fun recipes, champagne suggestions, festive table and outfit ideas, etc. for this weekend. Or you could just drink champagne and eat chocolate eggs, which isn’t a bad idea either!

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Eating and Drinking Lately

March 5, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Happy Friday! I hope everyone is having a great week – it’s finally warmer and sunny in Columbus so we’ve been taking full advantage! I’ve been cooking and drinking some great things lately, many of which haven’t made the blog, so I thought I would share. I hope it inspires something delicious for you this weekend!

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Friday Roundup

February 12, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Hi! We made it to Friday! To help celebrate I thought it would be fun to round up some of my recent favorites.

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Valentine’s Ideas

February 4, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Even though Valentine’s day will look different for most of us this year, there’s no reason we can’t make it fun and festive! Whether you’re celebrating with a significant other or family or a few close friends, I’ve got you covered with recipe and wine ideas!

To make it feel extra festive, why not buy a course, like an appetizer or dessert to support your favorite local restaurant and then make the rest. I also love the idea of ordering dinner from your favorite restaurant and making a fancy dessert!

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Favorite Cookbooks

January 15, 2021 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

While 2020 might not have been the most normal year, there were some good things that came out of it. One of the good things is that people started cooking more, learning different techniques, exploring different cuisines, and many people even learned how to cook. You can only eat carry out for so long!

In the hopes that the cooking movement continues, I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite cookbooks. These are some of my old standbys that I go back to again and again and new standouts that I’ve recently been inspired by and cooking from. When I look at cookbooks sometimes I’ll cook a recipe directly from it, but most of the time it will spark inspiration. I hope these cookbooks do the same – inspire you to cook something new and find something you love.

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How to make your home feel like fall without going overboard

October 13, 2020 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

With the temperatures dipping and the leaves falling, it seems like everyone is embracing fall more than ever this year. And why not? With delicious food, cozy scents, and beautiful accent pieces it’s easy to make your home feel like fall without going overboard.

To make a space feel like a particular holiday or season you don’t need to add a bunch of cutesy holiday specific décor. Add a few pieces that work with what you already have and your space will feel like the season in a cohesive, effortless way.

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Snack Ideas

September 24, 2020 by Gretchen Blazer Thompson

Who doesn’t love a good snack? I’m not talking about a snack bag of chips or goldfish (although I love both), I’m talking about a real snack. While working from home I have realized how easy it is to reach for all the stuff I shouldn’t be eating through out the day, so in a conscious effort to not, I’ve been eating a more substantial snack in the afternoon. By that I mean something that will fill me up until dinner so I don’t eat a whole bag of gummy bears at 5:00 p.m. (guilty).

I was thinking, this is something that’s on everyone’s minds now. Adults working from home, parents trying to homeschool their kids, everyone. So I thought I would share some of my favorite snack ideas so no one is hangry by the time dinner rolls around.

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