Comments on: Easy Summer Entertaining

By: carmen

carmen — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 19:18:02 +0000

You have such a remarkable gift! I made a version of these cheese sandwiches as well as the late summer vegetable enchiladas for a dinner gathering at our home last night. I took your advice and kept it simple for my sanity’s sake. Infinite thanks for the words and inspiration.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 16:36:41 +0000

I absolutely adore this! Your reminders about keeping things simple are so true and endlessly important. Often times we get too caught up in the details to actually enjoy what really matters. Great easy recipe ideas as well!

By: Cindy tozer

Cindy tozer — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 01:26:47 +0000

Ooey, gooey, grilled Gruyere cheese with bacon and zucchini! I’m going to wow my friends next time we have tv binge night. We wilI each assemble our own, and perhaps grill it on a panini grill. Your ideas are fun to read about and cook. And of course, eat! Thanks for your blog and photos!
I like your suggestions for Bertolli olive oil, too; thanks!

By: Ashley Rodriguez

Ashley Rodriguez — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 18:40:53 +0000

Yes, it is. Which is why I always disclose.

By: Ashley Rodriguez

Ashley Rodriguez — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 18:39:59 +0000

I absolutely always disclose when a post is sponsored. This post is no different. I can appreciate your opinion and you don’t need to agree with every decision I make. I’m thankful for my sponsors as they help me support my family while pursuing my passion and sharing my food with people.

By: Rita

Rita — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 18:37:26 +0000

and by the way, it’s also against google policies and rules.

By: Honest Blogger

Honest Blogger — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 18:35:28 +0000

How about disclosing sponsored posts? Wonder why there are still sneaky bloggers who don’t clearly state they get paid to promote low-quality olive oil, NO italian with common sense would recommend such brand.

By: Hannah Jade

Hannah Jade — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 10:41:45 +0000

Totally feel this – I put a ban on having people round to our flat eight months ago because the washing and tidying after each shindig was driving me crazy and taking the fun out of it…a bar kind of arrangement sounds great though, and much easier to manage.

By: The Wooden Spoon

The Wooden Spoon — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 23:09:36 +0000

I really enjoyed reading this and the pictures are stunning.

By: sara forte

sara forte — Sun, 21 Aug 2016 03:55:46 +0000

you have a stars voice! Such a cute video and I loved the story. Having everything “together” keeps me from having people over as often as I’d like. I was on a roll with once a week then it tuckered off…back at it!

By: Nicola Johnson

Nicola Johnson — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 19:53:08 +0000

Yes! Though I love spoiling people with really nice food – it’s almost impossible to devote an entire day to that level of hosting on a regular basis. So it is better on virtually all levels (budget, time management, resentment potential) to figure out a simpler but still enjoyable way.

By: Jenn | Foodess

Jenn | Foodess — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 17:23:49 +0000

I love entertaining and miss it so much! I just find it impossible with little kids (preschool and baby). I’m lusting over your beautiful serene setting with the kids participating. When will I get this back? 🙂

By: Giulia

Giulia — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:51:03 +0000

My favourite way to entertain is some type of bar – baked potato bar, chili bar, bruscheta bar, waffle bar, etc. Put out a bunch of toppings or have people bring some then everyone serves themselves.

By: shanna mallon

shanna mallon — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:33:52 +0000

you are made for video! seriously, so good.

By: Ashley Rodriguez

Ashley Rodriguez — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:28:13 +0000

Yes! Make others feel welcome, exactly.

By: Ashley Rodriguez

Ashley Rodriguez — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:27:42 +0000

Thank you so much.

By: Anya

Anya — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 11:50:08 +0000

This is so great! I am definitely one to overthink the meals I’m cooking for company, often stressing myself out in the process, so thank you for the wonderful reminder that food at gatherings need not be complicated 🙂 Your photos have the most beautiful, welcoming mood to them.

By: Bhiravi

Bhiravi — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:36:57 +0000

This is so beautiful, and so true. “No one wants to sit at a table set by someone filled with resentment.” How easy it sometimes is to wear ourselves thin to meet what we think are other people’s expectations… When really, all they want is you. You put it so beautifully. The goal of entertaining should always be to enjoy the company of others and make them feel welcome– thank you for the reminder.

By: Sadie

Sadie — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:20:07 +0000

Love this post! What a good reminder to us all. Where did you get that serving bowl that the green bean salad is in? I love it!

By: Tori//Gringalicious

Tori//Gringalicious — Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:06:22 +0000

We’ve been entertaining a lot lately so I have an extra appreciation for this post. Thank you so much for sharing, Ashley!