I am working on a new book, well, more of a booklet on the simple joy of tea. I love hosting teas. Find them to be the very best way to entertain friends. Much easier than a full-blown meal and perceived as being more elegant and difficult. Tea may be elegant, even the way I do it, but it is by no means difficult when it is done The Extreme Diva way. I frustrate myself trying for perfection with my writing. I must turn my internal editor off and push ahead. The info in this book is too important and a precursor to my book on the simple joy of entertaining. We need to begin entertaining in our homes more.
I believe women are feeling isolated. Many of us have gone back to work or are working longer, harder hours. We are struggling to keep up with things around the house and with our families. We are coping with financial difficulties. All these things have overwhelmed us and caused us to shut ourselves away. Instead, we need to turn to one another for strength, support and guidance. Women do not function well alone. We are social creatures that need a strong social network to build a strong self esteem. Without that strong network, we lack the confidence necessary to tackle the issues facing us daily.
So, I must get busy. Not for my sake but for the sake of all those women out there needing my help. And I know you are out there! 
While there is really no right or wrong when choosing a wine glass, there are still glasses that present specific types of wines to their advantage. When serving white wine, you want to use a narrower glass rather than the balloon glass used for red wine. Remember, part of the wine experience is the bouquet. You want to be able to smell the fragrance of the wine without being overwhelmed by it. Reds have a stronger fragrance than white. Whites have a subtle fragrance. The narrow opening of this glass helps to concentrate the fragrance of the wine. I have one set of wine glasses that have a wider opening than this glass but not as wide as a balloon. I am able to use it for both red and white if necessary. So, you can find glasses that offer a compromise between this glass and a balloon, allowing you to use one glass rather than having to buy 2 different types of glasses.
Glasses from Crate and Barrel Ollie Collection
Choosing the proper wine glas is almost as difficult as choosing the proper wine. Despite what many people tell you, you can use any wine glass for any type of wine. However, there is a reason specific glasses are recommended for specific wines. This week, I am discussing the variety of glasses and why each is perfect for a specific type of wine.
Today, let’s talk about balloon glasses. Red wine has a stronger bouquet that white wine. Therefore, balloon glasses work better with red wine. Balloons allow the wine to breath and emit its fragrance. You wouldn’t want to be overwhelmed by the rather powerful fragrance of some red wines when you go to sip them. Part of the enjoyment with wine involves the bouquet. The balloon glass allows you to enjoy all your red wines to their fullest.
Glasses from Crate and Barrel Ollie Collection.
This Rival Roaster is perfect for Thanksgiving dinner preparations or any large event. Not only is it able to roast your turkey, keeping the oven free for other dishes but it comes with a buffet insert. Once you roast your turkey, the roaster can be cleaned out and prepared to hold your potatoes and two veggies. If you are hosting a crowd, it works well to set up a buffet and allow guests to serve themselves before sitting at the table. This roaster/buffet server combo makes the whole process so simple, you will be more than thankful.
Posted by admin | Posted in Entertaining | Posted on 21-08-2009
Take a break with your girlfriends. Invite everyone over for a movie night. Fix comfort food and have your friends bring comforters, throws and pillows so they can relax while watching the movie. What a great night of comfort: warm soup, a warm throw and the warm comfort of your girlfriends.
Menu
Tomato Soup
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
S’mores
Popcorn
Cocoa
