Author Archives: LiliBitting

Valentine’s Success!

Posted on February 14, 2011 by LiliBitting

On Friday night I had a wonderful Valentine’s Dinner with 5 of my friends – our Single Ladies Valentine’s Celebration! Not only was it a complete success but I think it may have been the best dinner I have ever … Continue reading →

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It’s starting to look like Valentine’s….

Posted on February 11, 2011 by LiliBitting

The table for tonight’s Single Ladies Valentine’s Day Dinner – it’s coming along!

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Valentine’s Inspiration

Posted on February 11, 2011 by LiliBitting

Valentine’s Day is upon us! Here are three menu ideas to celebrate: Pot of Mussels Recipe: Martha Stewart’s Mussels with White Wine and Herbs Mussels are one of my favorite meals for a romantic dinner or a party! I serve … Continue reading →

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Tips & Tricks: Superbowl Edition

Posted on February 10, 2011 by LiliBitting

I am really happy with how well the Superbowl party came together. Looking back, these are the 3 best tips & tricks to how I pulled it off: The first 2 tips are to improve your guest’s experience. I think … Continue reading →

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SUPERBOWL!

Posted on February 9, 2011 by LiliBitting

Wow, what a party: two solid days of prep, massive quantities of food and 14 guests! Despite the daunting menu and to-do list, I was actually the most relaxed I have ever been in preparation for a party. Part of … Continue reading →

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Party Central

Posted on February 5, 2011 by LiliBitting

It’s been quite a whirlwind these past 24 hours, I’m in the heart of pre-party chaos! It’s still too far out to say how I’m doing on timing, but I am feeling good about how frequently I’ve been crossing things … Continue reading →

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Why

Posted on February 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

This is why I love throwing parties and why I love my friends! My friend Kate’s reaction to a sneak peek of the Superbowl menu:

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Dinner Party Planner

Posted on February 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

I’m currently getting ready to throw the biggest party (quantity of food wise) I have ever thrown – for the Super Bowl! Although this party is exceptional, for most of the dinners I throw I usually follow this timing. For … Continue reading →

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Well that was easy…

Posted on February 4, 2011 by LiliBitting

Earlier this week my wonderful friend Cat came over for dinner. Even though this “party” was only the two of us, the principles of easy entertaining still applies. The major principal, any time you are executing a meal with more … Continue reading →

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Presents!

Posted on February 1, 2011 by LiliBitting

Just because you bought it for yourself why can’t it be a present? I think it can. I do a lot of my shopping online, more than the average person. I think this is partially from going to a rural … Continue reading →

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