3 new celebrity recipes

 

From the pages of People Magazine, today I’m sharing 3 delicious celebrity recipes that will make your tastebuds very happy!

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Perfect for indulging in something warm and comforting during the weekdays, we have Joanna Gaines’ recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup.

 

I’ve made this myself with my homemade chicken stock and I can attest to this tortilla soup being quite tasty! It’s perfect for making and having over the course of two days, which I love! Cook one day and rest the next.  

 

I love the idea of making these next two recipes for a little weekend indulgence. Don’t feel like going out to a fancy dinner in a restaurant? Make one at home instead, and let’s Start with George Clooney’s recipe for Mojito Risotto with Seared Scallops! Yum!!

Don’t be intimidated, this recipe is pretty easy to make, and if you’ve ever made home made risotto, you know it’s quite a treat in itself! Personally I like less rum added, or none at all. 

 

And now for my favorite part of the meal, dessert! And it’s perfectly alright to treat yourself like a princess while partaking in this glorious dessert!

 

The Princess of Wales’ Sticky Toffee Pudding is a treat for all the senses, and trust me, if you’ve never had sticky toffee pudding you are missing out… big time!! Give it a try this weekend.

Oh, and here's another one of Kate's delicious recipes. I've made this chutney several times, and it's delicious served with a traditional chicken salad or with cheese and crackers.

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country living UK : magazine clippings

 

Just popping in today with a few magazine clippings and some lovely inspiration found in the newest issue of the UK’s Country Living.

 

There’s something I really admire about the British style of country décor. It’s so laidback and seems lived-in and effortless. Here are a few things I want to share with you…

 

For example, this small-ish kitchen. Although we only catch a glimpse of it here, I love the white cabinets and walls set off with the natural textures of the wood floor, countertops and accessories. This is a classic look that I’ve always loved.

 

To add the sought-after farmhouse charm, the table runner, light fixtures and kitchen gadgets all have a vintage look to them and fit in perfectly here. This look does not look old-fashioned. It’s fresh, young and cozy.

 

Here’s a small sitting area next to the above kitchen. Notice this chair fabric with the cute pigs is repeated in the window shade above the sink. It’s whimsical and fun!

 

A bit more inspo… I am drawn to neutral country style, especially this time of the year. 

Don't you just love the peg rack shelf and the single standing distressed shutter? 

I have those same two elements in my home!

 

This kitchen also speaks to me, in an understated way. Again, we see whites, and neutrals. The neutral palette is dominated by raw or distressed wood tones that warm up the space. 

Subway tile is one of my favorite elements, and I don’t think will ever of out of style.

 

Prue Leith, who you may know from the Great British Baking Show, also makes an appearance in this issue. Here are a couple of fabulous recipes she’s shared.

 

Herbed Salmon Parcels! Don’t these look delicious? A take on a Beef Wellington, or perhaps a very healthy Pop-Tart!! Lol!!

 

I must try this recipe, as it includes all my favorite herbs, parsley, tarragon and chives.

 

Lemon, mustard, and capers, oh, my!!

January is all about making healthy options. And isn’t it a great idea to take that philosophy all through the year?!

Fish is such a superb choice for lunch or dinner, and here’s another recipe that look like a winner!

 

How about a brilliant ad for inspiration? deVol is known for creating some of the most gorgeous kitchens in the world, and this one is just lovely.

 

Speaking of deVol, have you seen their TV show? It’s called “For the Love of Kitchens”, and it’s really good. 

It’s on Amazon Prime and designer Helen Parker is always on the lookout for new inspiration and color palettes. 

She searches vintage shops and old estates for the most beautiful ideas. This show is a must-watch for sure!!

 

Thought I’d add one more delicious recipe that was published in this issue: a Winter Veggie Bowl. This one would truly be delicious for breakfast, but I’m not picky and I would eat this any time of the day.   

 

And lastly, Emma Bridgewater celebrates her 40^th year! I know you’ve seen her amazing black and white designs on mugs, plates, pitchers and all sorts of kitchenware.

 

According to her website, “It all began in 1984, when Emma was working in London soon after leaving university. One day, she was hunting for a birthday present for her Mum. 

She wanted to give her two cups and saucers that would say 'I love you. I miss you'. She went into a china shop and looked around, hoping to see some china that would capture the warm and welcoming spirit of her mother's North Oxford kitchen. 

But in those days, the Great British high street seemed to have only two offerings: dainty and formal or robust and decidedly unromantic.”

“Emma suddenly had a vision of the dresser from her mother's kitchen. She imagined it here in the china shop, laden with a wonderful array of colourful, mismatched pottery.  

It was clear that the only way to make the vision a reality would be to start making china herself. But she had absolutely no idea how - or where.”

 

 

Here are some of her fun designs…

 

I hope you enjoyed my little clippings of some of my favorite things! Happy Monday, friends!

 

ciao fabiana

 

 

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a visit to Sapori Italian Restaurant

 

We had the most amazing holiday dinner this week at one of our all-time favorite Italian restaurants, Sapori Ristorante. One of the true hidden gems of Newport Beach for authentic Italian food.

 

Not only do they have all the traditional pasta dishes you could imagine, they also have so many delicious seafood, poultry and meat options. We opted for a starter of the Shrimp in White Wine and Garlic Sauce. Very good!! 

For dinner I selected the Filet Mignon with Porcini Mushrooms and a Cognac Cream Sauce, while Willy had one of the specials of the evening, the Grilled Branzino served with a side of Angel Hair Pasta. All very, very good! 

In fact, I think it was the best steak I’ve ever had!!

 

For dessert, we couldn’t decide between the Tiramisu and the Creme Brulee, so we had both!

 

They offer the coziest dining experience on their outdoor patio, where the beautiful fireplace takes center stage. During Christmastime, the restaurant feels very special and so festive!

My husband and I arrived early to make sure we got a nice seat next to the warm fireplace.

 

In addition to the cozy patio, they also have a beautiful indoor seating area, which also opens up to the bar and more informal pizzeria restaurant.

 

Whether you dine in for pizza, or order takeout, the pizzas are authentically made the Italian way!! Is there any other way that pizza could be more delicious?

Pizzeria Sapori has it’s own menu… check it out HERE!

Conveniently located on Bayside Drive between Newport Beach, and Corona del Mar, I would recommend this restaurant whole-heartedly to all my friends! 

Have you ever eaten here?  

Sapori Ristorante is located at 

1080 Bayside Drive

Newport Beach, CA 92660

949-644-4220

 

ciao fabiana

 

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farmhouse style for fall 2023

Have you picked up the Autumn issue of Farmhouse Style yet? 🍁🍂

They’re celebrating their fifth year, and this issue is just filled to the brim with fall décor inspiration, fun DIY projects and yummy recipes.

 

As a regular contributor to Country Sampler Farmhouse Style, I have a few season projects and recipes to show you today…  

 

Check out the table runner. It’s made entirely of vintage book pages. I took a damaged book, ripped out the pages and affixed them to contact paper to create this look.

 

Here’s another view of the table that did not appear in this issue. I love how the patina of the old book pages blends in so well with the rustic autumn leaves.

 

And check out these gorgeous Acorn Leaf Plates from Vagabond House. They’re heirloom quality china, and so pretty! 

Also notice the little DIY Votive. It’s also featured in this issue. Pretty gauzy napkins are from Amazon, and most everything else is vintage.

 

Next up is my fun collection of vintage enamel coffee pots. I really love the ones with curvy spouts and the ones with the little glass percolator knobs on top.

 

I styled them here for fall with sunflowers, daisies and autumn leaves from the garden.

 

Here’s the same look but without the autumn leaves. Which look do you prefer? This one would work any time of year, wouldn't it?

This fall issue also featured one of the first projects I created for Farmhouse style, this apple wreath. I still remember how happy and amazed I was when it first appeared in print 5 years ago!

 

One of the cutest projects are these repurposed glass jars made into votives by simply using old book pages, a little baker’s twine and some mod podge. A little pumpkin cut-out adds fall charm to the whole look.

 

I also used these on the tablescape with the book page table runner that I mentioned above. It all goes together hand in hand with the autumn vibe.

 

A Halloween tablescape is up next. I kept it elegant and slightly spooky all with a farmhouse twist. The Farmhouse Stripe Table Linens is what really gives it that home feel, and I used vintage china for added warmth and character.

 

Bright pops of orange marigolds gives it that fun Halloween vibe and of course the black candles bring it all to life.

 

Back to the “Novel Décor” article, they also brought back one of my vintage projects that appeared in their Kitchen Issue. This one using old books as a knife block is quite cheeky, but it works brilliantly!    

And  check out that preppy madras belt. I stole that from my hubby's closet, but he was happy to lend it to me.

Two of my recipes are featured in this fall issue, and first up we have this yummy dessert. I’ve been making this Sweet Potato Chiffon Pie at Thanksgiving for many years, and it’s definitely a family favorite.

The cute napkin featured above is from August Table.

 

The theme for the recipe article is “Favorite Southern Dishes”, and this one fits the bill perfectly. Another favorite Southern recipe is my take on She-Crab Soup.

 

Back in the day, way, way back in the day, they used crab roe for this recipe, but by today’s standards, that’s not sustainable, so here I substituted egg yolks to give it an extra luxurious kick.

The Blue Crab Cheese Board and Pewter Crab Place Card Holders are from Vagabond House.

🍁🍂 All-in-all this is a great issue, 

and given that I love fall soooo much, 

this one definitely has lots for seasonal inspo.🍁🍂 

 

  

 

ciao fabiana

 

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