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Miss Party sees lots of inspiration for entertaining when she travels abroad, but she’s just as often inspired in her own backyard. The all-American Seven Layer/Magic/Hello Dolly Bar (same recipe but goes by different names) is one of those classic, throw-back recipes that reminds her how wonderful the right ingredients taste together. On a snowy […]
Many years ago, Miss Party’s family spent a family vacation in Bar Harbor, Maine. There were many lovely days of hiking in the beautiful Acadia National Forest and surrounding area. Later, she discovered this moist and delicious quick bread recipe from the Manor House Inn located in Bar Harbor, Maine which is a lovely seaside […]
Miss Party LOVES “Rice Krispies Treats”! Reminds her of the 60s, sitting on the back porch swing in the summertime with nothing to do! Let’s see…cover them in chocolate and rainbow sprinkles, put them on a stick…yup, that works for her!! Make a batch and watch kids of all ages gobble them up!! Makes 12-16 […]
The Pennsylvania Amish children have hollered, “Whoopie!”, for over 100 years, where the Whoopie Pie recipe originated. Miss Party was familiar with them from several visits to Amish country over the years and later realized New Englander’s have grown up loving them, too. New England informally adopted the delicious little hand pie-cakes back in the […]
These lemon bars are deluxe in every sense of the word except in difficulty. They’re so very easy to put together. Miss Party has been making them for a dozen years and they are beloved by all who crave that sweet-tart tang of a fresh lemon pie! 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour 1/2 cup […]
The flavors of pineapple and coconut together are synonymous with the Hawaiian and Caribbean Islands. You taste them in all sorts of food and drink, morning, noon and night. They just work perfectly together! Here is a fantastic summer fruit quick bread recipe that is easy to put together and delicious as an addition to […]
For the ‘Shortcake’ base of this dessert, Miss Party highly recommends using an old-fashioned, rustic ‘Delicious Cake’ for a crowd or split homemade buttermilk biscuits for a smaller gathering. ‘Delicious Cake’ is so delicious, everyone referred to it that way when asking Great-Great-Grandma Party to make it again, and the name stuck. Strawberry Shortcake is […]
Strawberry Macadamia Nut Bread is a moist, delicious quick bread that’s just a little different, but in a good way. The Kula Fields grow natural produce for home delivery in postcard-perfect Maui, Hawaii. This recipe makes two beautiful loaves (one to eat warm out of the oven (wink) and one to serve), it’s exceptionally delicious! […]
Miss Party has returned from Maui, Hawaii, and the infamous “Road to Hana”. One must endure endless hours of switchbacks on a road more narrow than Miss Party’s waistline, and survive countless blindman curves –but the rewards more than made up for all that distress! Ancient, lush tropical forests, incomparable coastal views, and oh, so […]
In Hawaii, pineapple is used SO many ways! It’s practically a staple ingredient in local cooking. This simple dessert is perfect for a summer barbeque dinner party –grilled tropical fruit, vanilla bean ice cream and a drizzle of fudge sauce. YUM!!! Their beautiful, sweet, Maui Gold Pineapple unfortunately isn’t exported to the mainland, but marinating […]
The flavors of pineapple and coconut together are synonymous with the Hawaiian and Caribbean Islands. You taste them in all sorts of food and drink, morning, noon and night. They just work perfectly together! Here is a fantastic summer fruit quick bread recipe that is easy to put together and delicious as an addition to […]
With school around the corner, Miss Party thought it would be fun to play Teacher and instruct you on her ‘ABC’s of Entertaining’. They’re 26 helpful tips to think about as you plan your next party! A is for ASSISTANCE! Hire or ask for dedicated help during your party! Unless you’ve got a cloning machine […]
This holiday wine and cheese party has become an annual event for Miss Party’s family that she dearly loves hosting at one of her favorite times of the year. She wants to put the idea out there for all Hostesses to consider next year because it’s such a fun party to host! Everyone is happy […]
Any springtime or summer event could easily adapt this hardworking honey of a theme! Try these on for size: for a Bridal Shower – “She’ll bee a honey of a Bride!” or “Queen Bee-in Training”; a Housewarming – “Let’s celebrate their sweet Beehive!”; an adult birthday – “She’s sweet as Tupelo Honey”; a Baby Shower […]
The following “Farmhouse Chic Menu” is based on the choices one would traditionally find on a breakfast brunch menu – fruit in some form; baked goods and pastries; egg dishes; breakfast meats; french toast, waffles or pancakes; coffee, tea, juices or juice-based cocktails. Substitute your favorite recipes, if preferred, but have at least one offering […]
