I've never hosted Thanksgiving myself, but I can't wait til the day I have my own home and can invite family & friends over for a Thanksgiving feast, Stephanie-style. I have always loved holiday decor, tablescapes, and styling a meal/party! If I were hosting Thanksgiving dinner, here are some fun picks I'd incorporate... this gorgeous … Continue reading Thanksgiving Decor
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Mount Vernon Fall Harvest Festival
I really love the amount of history just a few miles down the road from me - it's so fascinating how much of our country's history is within arm's reach. I know Washington, DC is our country's capital, but it's pretty cool if you really stop and think how much of the Revolutionary War (and … Continue reading Mount Vernon Fall Harvest Festival
Recipe: Broccoli Cheese Cornbread
Allow me to introduce you to one of my long-time favorite fall foods, courtesy of my amazing mom: broccoli cheese cornbread. One word... amazing! It's the perfect accompaniment to a big bowl full of homemade chili & is perfect on crisp autumn days. This cornbread recipe is simple to make & so cheesy and delicious. … Continue reading Recipe: Broccoli Cheese Cornbread
Fall Weekend in Charlottesville
Have I mentioned recently how thankful I am that my darling sister and her hubby are only two hours away from me in beautiful Charlottesville, VA?! I love that I can drive down to visit them in such a short amount of time, and it's a gorgeous destination, too! I was also lucky enough to be … Continue reading Fall Weekend in Charlottesville
Fall Inspired Cocktails
A few fabulous Fall-inspired cocktails that I've enjoyed recently... Mulled Wine Inspired by a trip to the cute Northern Virginia town of Occuquan with my friend Allie, this is one of the simplest and best Fall cocktails. Simply combine a bottle of spiced apple cider with a bottle of your favorite red wine (you can … Continue reading Fall Inspired Cocktails
