christmas at greenleaf

 One of my favorite local  restaurants is 

Greenleaf in Costa Mesa.  

They have a great selection of healthy, 
but yummy food 

and it looks so pretty now 
during the holidays! 

ciao! fabiana

once upon a Christmas mantel

via

ciao! fabiana

💕

While I’m here today, I wanted to share some of my "Tablescaping Essentials" with you. I have a whole page on the Amazon website with my favorite picks for setting a beautiful table.

Quite often time is of the essence, and I have last minute projects or events to work on, so I turn to Amazon for one or two day delivery. You’d be surprised at how many amazing items they have to offer! And I'm constantly updating this page with my new favorites. 

You can check it out here, at “Tablescaping Essentials”.

christmas appetizer italian style

Fresh cut rosemary from the garden

and formed into a wreath turned out to be

the perfect foundation for a Christmas party appetizer.

I just added petite tomatoes, black olives

and marinated mozzarella balls

from Trader Joe's for a festive touch!

inspired by Pinterest} 

ciao! fabiana

💕

While I’m here today, I wanted to share some of my "Tablescaping Essentials" with you. I have a whole page on the Amazon website with my favorite picks for setting a beautiful table.

Quite often time is of the essence, and I have last minute projects or events to work on, so I turn to Amazon for one or two day delivery. You’d be surprised at how many amazing items they have to offer! And I'm constantly updating this page with my new favorites. 

You can check it out here, at “Tablescaping Essentials”.

a few more Christmas touches

Aa cheery boxwood wreath hung above my desk.

Tall and glittery branches cast interesting shadows in the front entry.

Held in place by fresh limes from my friend Julia's tree.

ciao! fabiana

christmas fun with chalkboard paint

Today we’re having a little fun with

a few thrift store trays

and chalkboard paint....

Merry Christmas on my hood in the kitchen

    

Wooden tags for gifts or on napkins as place cards

As a centerpiece for an appetizer, recipe here

Great for all seasons!

ciao! fabiana