Darjeeling Dishes by Rosanna

The Darjeeling Collection by Rossanna Inc., is eclectic and bright. Each of the four coffee mugs is a different pattern and color with coordinating dessert plates. They may be purchased separately.

Needlepoint Baby Shoes

These adorable needlepoint shoes fit ages 0-6 months. With 7 fun patterns, there is a style for every little one out there.

Key Lime Martini

This was a favorite of my friends of mine in college, very refreshing!

Key Lime Martini- Sandra Dean

2 shots vanilla vodka

1/2 shot key lime juice

2 tablespoons cream de coconut

1 shot pineapple juice

Ice

Mix all ingredients in martini shaker, strain into these fabulous martini glasses!

Rosanna Dishes are Here!!

Boho Dessert Plates by Rosanna are finally here! Each plate in this eclectic set is different. With a slight shabby chic feel, these dessert plates add a pop of whimsy to your table.

Microwave and Dishwasher safe

Set of 6 in Gift box $60

Memorial Day

This fabulous red party theme was in Southern Lady Entertaining Issue. I thought it was very appropriate for the Memorial Day Holiday!

Wouldn't these fun dishes with accents be perfect for this table? With over 10 interchangeable accents these useful serving dishes can be used throughout the year.

Personalized Placemats

Designed exclusively for The Merry Martini!

These fun placemats are great for kids, pets, and messy husbands! Personalize with a name or monogram. Laminated place mats make a useful gift! Set of four- $55

Cupcake Collage

I came across this fabulous cupcake site this morning and had to share a few of my favorites. http://www.cupcakeblog.com/

They do a fabulous job of coming up with out of the ordinary cupcakes and that are so beautiful you practically taste them with your eyes.Starting Top Left and going clockwise:

Green Tea, Lavender, and Honey Cupcake Bombe
Carrrot Ginger Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Carrot Sprinkles

3 Vanilla Cupcakes with Vanilla Sea Salt

Coconut Lime Cupcakes

Dont forget to Enter May Giveaway!

There is one week left in the giveaway for this fun cake tester! This would be perfect to use when making these yummy cupcakes.

To enter just leave a comment on this month's blog and you have a chance to win this item for yourself or have it sent to a friend!

Don't forget the music!

Hosting a party this memorial day weekend? Don't forget to provide some atmosphere. Cd's made for entertaining take the guess work out of making a playlist.

Going to a party? These CD's make a great hostess gift.

CD's for Entertaining- $18

Pasta Salads

Going to a Barbeque this Memorial Weekend? What is easier to make for a crowd ahead of time than pasta salad. Here are a few different twists on an American favorite.

Lemon Basil Pasta Salad

Cold Noodle Salad with Peanut Butter Dressing

Artichoke Pasta Salad

These are just a few directions you could go, but don't be afraid to experiment. Make up your own pasta salad with what you have in the house.

Pick your favorite of the following:

Pasta, Cheese, Veggie (1 or more), Dressing

A pasta salad will look great in this coastal dish! Also, great for filling with shells and using as a centerpiece.

Blue Fish Dish, new this month! $38

Father's Day Sale!

Vera Bradley ties on Sale for Father's Day! $38

New- Customized Party Set!

Mix and match patterns to create your own entertainng style. The party tray is perfect for serving up some perfect martinis!

Set includes: French flower vase, party tray, and party tub $200

Grilled Salad

Grilled Romaine Salad with Buttermilk Chive Dressing

I have only had a grilled salad once when I was on vacation with my family. It took a little convincing from the waiter to give it a try, but it was fabulous. I am so excited to have found this recipe on Southern Living's website.

It may be hard to convince your husband to throw some lettuce on the grill, but it is worth it!

May Giveaway

This May the Merry Martini is doing its first giveaway! Post a comment anywhere on the blog before May 31st and you will be entered to win this handmade cake tester. You can have it shipped directly to you, or opt to have it shipped to a friend!

Say goodbye to toothpick marks in your cakes forever! Pewter Cake tester with fun "let me eat cake" saying!

New Apron Style

New blue floral apron, an elegant design with matching pot mitt!

May Flowers

Real Simple has some great ideas for flower centerpieces this spring. I love the way they use different containers they use to hold the flowers instead of just plain vases!

"The flowers of late winter and early spring occupy places in our hearts well out of proportion to their size." Gertrude S. Wister

Georgia Peaches

Since living in Atlanta I have grown a strong appreciation for the peach and all the wonderful foods made from them. Here are a few southern comfort recipes that feature the Georgia Peach!

Peach Rum Punch

Ginger Peach Ice Cream Sandwiches

The Lady and Sons Peach Cobbler

New Spring Items

New floral items for Spring!

Paisley Blue and Green Vase- $50

Flower Salad Servers- $32

Summer Desserts

With the weather finally warming, I am very excited to try some new summertime recipes. I love light fruitful desserts for this time of year. Here are a few I will be trying this summer from Real Simple.

Poached Peaches with Vanilla Panna Cotta

Banana Cream Pie

Raspberry Smores

Toasted Coconut Refridgerator Cake

Truffle and Wine Candles!

New Martini Truffle and Wine candles are decadent! Indulge in the scents of these yummy items with no Calories!

Martini Candle- $18

Wine Candle- $18

New Plactile® Design Available!

Introducing the Palm Tree Collection from Plactile® Designs!

Never buy place cards again! These functional PlaceTiles® can be used over and over as place cards, description tags for food at a party, or to display the menu.

Mother's Day- May 11

Don't forget mom! Order something today to ensure Mother's day delivery with ground shipping!

Don't forget to check out the Happy Hour Specials, and Sale items at The Merry Martini!

Pizza Potatoes

I have never met someone that loves pizza as much as my husband. I always have my eye out for "pizza like" recipes. I found this in Crock Pot Cooking, it was published in 1975.

This recipe is perfect for kids and pizza loving husbands alike!

Pizza Potatoes
6 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
Olive Oil
1/2 lb grated mozzarella cheese
2 oz sliced pepperoni
1 tspn salt
1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce



In skillet, saute potato and onion slices in oil until onion appears transparent; stir constantly to prevent browning. Drain well. combine potatoes and onion with cheese, pepperoni and salt in crock-pot. Pour Pizza sauce over top. Cover and cook on low for 5-10 hours.