The Merry Martini

Sunday, November 16, 2008

Thanksgiving Week- Pumpkin Pie

Thanksgiving is almost here!!!
Are you looking for last minute recipes?
Check out the blog each day this week for recipes highlighting a Thanksgiving dinner staple in unique ways!
In the South we fry just about everything! Check out this Fried Pumpkin Layer Cake with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting


Frozen Pumpkin Pie Mousse



Ultimate Pumpkin Pie with Cranberry Crunch Topping


Paula Dean's Pumpkin Pie- This is a very traditional recipe except for the cream cheese bars she has added!




Saturday, November 15, 2008

My Precious Arrival


My sister in law, Eliana, has opened a wonderful online spot called My Precious Arrival. This is a great resource for baby gifts, announcements, flower arrangements and more.

If you happen to live in Austin, TX it has many local resources listed any new mom would appreciate.

A new mom herself, Eliana knows what mommy's need. Check out http://www.mypreciousarrival.com/

Friday, November 14, 2008

Thanksgiving Place Cards!

These ceramic place cards, menu tile, and cheese tiles are a great addittion to any Thanksgiving table!

Cheese Tiles- $30

Palm Tree Menu Place Cards- $40

Beaded Place Cards- $38


The Beaded menu tile and beaded place tiles can be used as a bud vase! Place a seasonal flower in the back of each place tile to make your table a little more colorful!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Fall Salad Recipe

I recently tried a new recipe at a party I hosted at my home- Fennel and Apple salad. The reviews were great! Healthy and light, this salad is has a unique flavor but still satifies.
Apple and Fennel Salad
2 Cups Apple (I used granny smith)
2 Cups Chopped Fennel
1/2 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan
1/4 cup lemon juice

The black and white flower bowl and matching servers that are perfect for this salad!


Flower Bowl: $30


Flower Salad Servers- $32

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Vera Bradley Ties!

Shopping Season has begun, what is the more perfect gift than a Vera Bradley tie for Dad, Brother, or husband! As always, gift wrap is included!

Vera Bradley Ties- $45



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