I'm not going to lie. Summer is going to be missed around here. Although, I find comfort in knowing Northern California basks in Indian Summer.
It arrives right about now...so hello September/October, we are going to embrace your golden days of warmth and sunshine until they fade away to crisp, cool Autumn.
It arrives right about now...so hello September/October, we are going to embrace your golden days of warmth and sunshine until they fade away to crisp, cool Autumn.
This past weekend was filled with many visitors. You see when you live in a very popular destination, like the wine country, people like to drink visit. We get it, and we totally dig the continuous open door policy of fun times. It just took me a while to step up to the plate and be at the ready in terms of the 'hostess with the mostest' role.
Don't worry, I've got it down now. There are a few tried and true recipes that I can whip up at a moments notice without a sigh of oh-my-goodness. Thankfully, I have many foodie friends that keep me on my toes, Sherry is one of the best to have by my side. This weekend, I served {twice} the meyer lemon pecan brown sugar shortbread...oh yeah, it's good {Dad, I promise to make for you in November!}. This lovely shortbread pairs perfectly with tea, coffee, or wine ~ we like to be prepared for every delicious situation.
So here's to Indian Summer ~ you help feed my resilience for saying good-bye.
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Oh you are fab being such a good hostess at a moments notice ... the shortbread sounds divine...your Dad is obviously a fan.
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I am so excited to be nearing the completion of our addition and to be a good hostess and entertain those that have so graciously provided a home to me serving meals and allowing me to use their kitchens.
ReplyDeleteI am gathering a list of recipes and stocking up the cabinet with yummy treats. Love Riesling.
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An Indian Summer...one more reason for me to plan a move back to California. I made shortbread for the first time yesterday. I'm supposed to bring it with me to a family gathering today, but it may not make it. I can't wait for my own place so I can play hostess again. Maybe I'll luck out and find a little piece-of-heaven backyard like you have.
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine the gracious host that you are, but something tells me you got this down pat! Love that bottle of Sofia (Rubicon Estates is one of my fave stops in Napa!)
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i'm pretty sure i always read about delicious food the moment i decide to start eating better - it;s like the murphy's law of dieting or something!
ReplyDeletei love in victoria, ca so it's an equally nice fall here but i wouldn't go so far as to call it an indian summer - at least it's not an abrupt end though!
I can't wait for the day that we can be some of those annoying guests who hang around you for your cooking and your fabulous location ;)
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ReplyDeleteAn Indian Summer... the reason we finally eliminated 'pants & sweaters' from our back-to-school shopping list!
ReplyDeleteI do love 'em though.
And I love this post, because it is so true- and so nice to have a few 'tried & true' recipes.
Sweet post. Definitely miss California weather. In Italy, it seems, like the weather is two seasons, Summer & Winter.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you are a fabulous hostess....when can I come visit ;)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the indian summer...here in Chicago the cold winds are already blowing! I'm slowly unpacking my sweaters and scarves.
Happy September Days Dear Mel!
ReplyDeleteI would love to walk into your door to visit the hostess with the mostest and give you, Sean & The Crumb a hug... miss you all!
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Sweet Melissa, I am so happy that you like my shortbread recipe. But you were a fabulous hostess long before you made that shortbread! Can't wait for your dad to try it when he is here.
ReplyDeleteWell, you must have had a whole lot of practice long before my visit because you were an amazing hostess. Emerson and I were so well cared for with bellies full and hearts happy.
ReplyDeleteP.S. My favorite hostess moment was you pulling out the bubbly at the park. ;)
i so know what you mean. i enter a late summer separation anxiety each year. but for us, spring is springing so i'm on hte upside thankfully.
ReplyDeletehope your shortbread help you through darl, they look as though they're certainly delicious enough to work!
this post is filled with life... such beautiful life.
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