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Awaiting Spring with a Dinner Party

Posted on March 15, 2011 by LiliBitting

Like many, the start of Day Light Savings signals to me that spring is coming. To celebrate the sun not setting until 7PM I held an “awaiting spring” dinner with two friends last night. Despite the chilly temperatures and cloudy … Continue reading →

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Epic Burrito

Posted on March 7, 2011 by LiliBitting

I am a big fan of the burrito – I think it offers an incredibly versatile way to combine the common ingredients I usually have in my fridge into a quick and easy meal. Beyond the tortilla, I love a … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Breakfast

Posted on March 3, 2011 by LiliBitting

Looking back at Table’sUp it’s clear how much I love breakfast foods. Weekend brunch is one of my favorite things – although this is mostly to do with the leisurely pace of cooking and consumption! Beyond brunch on the weekends, … Continue reading →

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Ginger Chicken Meatballs with Snap Peas & Edamame

Posted on February 24, 2011 by LiliBitting

Last night I made a Real Simple recipe Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs with Edamame and boy was it good! As good as it was, it wasn’t really a teriyaki so I’ve decided to call it Ginger Chicken Meatballs instead. I opted … Continue reading →

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Friday Chicken Dinner

Posted on February 22, 2011 by LiliBitting

Friday Night Dinner Parties may be my new favorite thing! I always leave work at the end of the day on Friday simultaneously exhausted and looking to celebrate the start of the weekend. Normally for me, exhausted wins and I … Continue reading →

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Carmel Crack-Corn

Posted on February 15, 2011 by LiliBitting

As promised, my new-found obsession with making caramel corn has warranted it’s own post. The idea to start making caramel corn came from my friend Nancy who brought bags of her recipe when she came to visit back in September … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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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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