Drink // Spiked Hot Almond Cocoa

Wendy's hot beverage served in our vintage shooters (left) and Gold Floral Lace Hot Toddy demitasse (right).

What to make for the parties you'll be hosting now that cooler weather has arrived? That's exactly what we asked Wendy Krispin, president of Wendy Krispin Catering in Dallas. One of her favorites is a Southern holiday classic with two of our favorite holiday elements for foodie fun - spiked and hot. Your guests are sure to enjoy this delicious drink, especially when served in our Gold Floral Lace "Hot Toddy" demitasse or vintage shooters. We have a feeling these will be warming us up at a Christmas party or two. 

Wendy Krispin Caterer, Inc. provides food, staff, and party planning for everything from corporate lunches and wedding to seated dinners and fundraisers. You can taste her gastronomic goodness at Royal 60 at the International on Turtle Creek for lunch Monday - Friday. To learn more about Wendy and her magic, visit here.  
 

Toast: Beginning of Summer

With our P.O.S.H. Petites getting out of school this week, we know summer is nearly here. Poolside parties, June weddings, long evenings on the patio, and early morning lingering brunches can be expected. After seeing the end of year awards go out, we decide to toast this weekend with our own set of winners. Herewith, a few of our favorite stems. 

 

Entertain: SMU Catering's Tomato Basil Bisque

We expect nothing but the best from Southern Methodist University, so of course that extends to all of the Dallas Campus, from the exquisite art collections at Meadows Museum to the scrumptious bites from SMU Catering. Beautifully prepared (there's a reason they call it "art for the table") and mouth-watering good, the food was just as we expected - perfect.

Paper goods via Paperless Post / Menu by SMU Catering

Event Specialist Denize Lentz and SMU chefs helped us in sourcing our favorites recipes and a wonderful menu from this hidden gem in event spaces. We wanted to know more about the mouth-watering amouse bouche and cocktails we had the pleasure of trying at the Meadows Art of Spain opening night, and now we get to a full Spring menu with you plus the recipe for a flavorful Tomato Basil Bisque served stylishly in our Gold Leaf Demitasse (the "Hot Toddy" glass). Be sure to check back tomorrow for their signature cocktail!

For more info on SMU Catering, please visit here.  
 

Tabletop Tuesday: Shimmering + Bright

We spend time picking the perfect outfit, planning the perfect menu, and even revising the perfect guest list - so why should tabletops be any different? For a melting pot of cultures, traditions, friends, and family, the one thing we can be certain of for the holiday dinners is that where we sit our guests should be shimmering and bright. With the popular jewel colors of the past fall and the upcoming spring, we created a winter wonderland perfect for anyone who wants to spin a proper blue Christmas or just add a pop of color and sparkle to their New Years tabletop. 

Clear Louis Ghost Chair by Kartell / Silver Metallic Soutache linen overlay all by RESOURCE ONE, exclusively at P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS.

Get the look: Parisian flatware / Gold Rim charger / Barcelona Gold dinner plate / Gold Leaf salad plate / Hot Toddy demitasse on Gold Bead B&B charger / Royal Gold glassware // Rentals all available at P.O.S.H. COUTURE RENTALS

 

Holiday Menu: The Grape

POSH ladies love their china, but we're just as enamored by great gastronomical concoctions as a beautifully set table. We know we're not in this alone. Who isn't a slight foodie at heart? So of course we had to share secrets from our favorite Dallas chefs. 

 
When we were dreaming up holiday menus—keeping in mind the trained and expansive palette of the POSH girls and our readers—we knew there had to be a place for The Grape. The Grape pulls historical weight in Dallas. Early contributors to the fate of this well-received restaurant included restauranteur Alberto Lomboardi (an early waiter), film-maker Julian Schnabel (part-time chef), Frank Bailey (original chef in 1972), and national wine critic Diane Teitelbaum (the first waitress/manager). But it’s Chef/Owner Brian Luscher and wife Courtney that have kept the seats of this award-winning restaurant filled with its bistro charm and innovative menu. Recent awards include “Best Brunch, Best Fries, and Best Calamari” by Dallas Observer; “Best Neighborhood Bistro” by Modern Luxury Magazine; and one of the “Top 8 Brunches in Dallas” by the Dallas Morning News. (By the way, we concur!) Executive Chef Brian C. Luscher isn’t too shabby on the awards front either. He was recently voted “Chef of the Year, 2011 Eater Awards” in Dallas. 

We asked The Grape for a holiday menu and drink to serve in our new Hot Toddy glassware. Below is just a taste of what Luscher and his team has to offer. And just an FYI, we made the recipes below for the images, so we know you can too. Check back tomorrow for the full course.

Serve it up: 

Spiced Cider - The Hot Toddy served on the Gold Beaded B&B Charger, P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals / Mushroom Bark linen from Resource One, exclusively at P.O.S.H.

Pear Crisp -  Gold Leaf Cordial on the Gold Beaded B&B Charger,
P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals / Grape Metallic Weave linen from Resource One, exclusively at P.O.S.H.

Check out The Grape's full menu and offering here.

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Pour on the Charm: The Hot Toddy

Meet the Hot Toddy. Just in time for the social and holiday season, this sleek and stylish demitasse is perfect for cocktail hour and after-dinner drinks. It's also elegant enough to make it to brunch or a well-appointed ladies lunch. The possibilities are endless. We asked a few of our favorite Dallas chefs to share how they would incorporate this delightful addition into their menus, so check back tomorrow for festive recipes from our award-winning friends. 

We think these two make a perfect pairing. How would you use them?

New to the showroom: The Hot Toddy. Resource One Mushroom Bark linen, exclusively at P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals.

The Gold Leaf Cordial from P.O.S.H. Couture Rentals.