Floral, Salty, Crunchy: This Rose Dark Chocolate Bark Checks Every Box
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Gatherings
Music on. Glasses clink. Conversation flows. Community is at the heart of our gatherings, and intentionality is key. Here we cover all elements of hosting a great party without the stress, while tapping our favorite tastemakers to share the unique ways they host at home.
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How to Host an Effortless Summer Happy Hour
Fresh, flavorful, and zero fuss.
How I Keep Hosting Affordable Without Sacrificing Style or Vibes
Connection doesn’t need a hefty price tag.
A Fresh Take on Summer Soup: Spring Pea Gazpacho
Summer never tasted so sweet.
Her Life Is a Moodboard: Step Inside the Delicious World of Chloé Crane-Leroux
“For me, a great gathering is so much more than a meal.”
How to Throw a Summer Gathering That Actually Feels Good
When the vibe is right, the rest follows.
A Sunlit Feast: The Perfect Menu for Celebrating the Summer Solstice
Vibrant, nourishing, and nutritionist-approved.
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The Ultimate Pool Party Menu—Where Every Bite Tastes Like Summer
Cue the cannonballs and cocktails.
Everything You Need to Host a Cookbook Dinner Club
Food lovers and book lovers unite.
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Hosting a Book Club
Here’s everything you need to know.
Overcome Hosting Anxiety—Therapists Share How to Stay Calm and Have Fun
Peace out, perfectionism.
How to Throw a Sunday Funday on a Budget
photos by kristen kilpatrick We’ve been counting down to summer by prepping the patio at the Camille Styles Bungalow for outdoor party season! To break it in, we invited our crew to join us for a Sunday Funday full of laid-back eats and sips with a Moroccan twist inspired by our patio decor; add great music and […]
How to Host A Small Gathering When You Have a Big Group of Friends
Friends — they’re the family you choose, and for many of us, the sources of joy, happiness and community that make adulthood fun. At times, though, even our best friendships aren’t without drama, and if you find yourself part of a large friend group (or several!) you’ve experienced the stress of trying to host or […]
A Low-Key Dinner Party in Camille’s Blooming Backyard
For the past month, every time I step outside my back door I feel immediately transported to the South of France. It’s all thanks to a weeklong trip that Adam and I took to St. Tropez in June six years ago, where we got inspired by our hotel’s endless walls of blooming jasmine vines, then […]
A Beachy Memorial Day Dinner Party
The countdown to summer has begun, and I consider Memorial Day weekend to be the official kickoff. This year, since my birthday happens to fall the day after, we’re inviting friends for a dinner party on the back patio with food coming straight off the grill and a “bare feet required” dress code. When our […]
10 Ideas for Throwing the Best Ever Royal Wedding Watch Party
I’ll never forget the night before Will and Kate’s wedding. I was pulling another late night at the ad agency I worked for, and mentioned to a co-worker that I had to get up super early the next day to watch the wedding live. “I can’t believe you’re actually getting up to watch that,” he […]
A Sunset Dinner Party with Austin’s Hippest Girl Gang
Um, can we sit with y’all?
This Tropical Themed Baby Shower Felt More Like A Cool Party
Spring is here and warm-weather breezes are in the air, and around the office we’re especially excited about the season ahead because one of our team members, Caroline, has a baby on the way! To celebrate, we threw her a baby shower inspired by the tropics. But instead of doing this one at the CS […]
How to Throw a Beauty Brunch for Moms & Their Minis
There’s really only one rule for a great Mother’s Day: whatever you do, it should be relaxing. This year we’ve been thinking a lot about self-care, and fun little relaxation rituals you can perform in your own home. That lead us to the idea for this year’s Mother’s Day get together — a mother/daughter spa-inspired […]
The Founder of Haven’s Kitchen Throws a Pizza Party
Alison Cayne’s apartment is UNREAL.
A Rainbow Picnic That’ll Make Earth Day Your New Favorite Holiday
There’s really no way to bring us down this time of year. The sun’s out, wildflowers are in full bloom, and the farmer’s market is quite literally bursting with fresh produce. As a result, we’re walking around with an ever-so-slight pep in our steps, and just about the only question on our minds is “When’s the next […]
The Makings of a Dream House
My name is Chanel, and I’m a house-aholic. I’m coming to you guys about it because I’m hoping someone out there can relate. You see, ever since my husband and I purchased our first home a few months ago, ideas of how I want to furnish it, what renovations we want (need!) to make, what […]
Watch Us Set The Happiest Easter Table Ever With This One Crafty Detail
This time of year, nature gifts us with the most beautiful color inspiration, and there is no better example of that than the vibrant produce you can find at the farmer’s market right now. With the help of our partners at McCormick, we took a cue from one of spring’s prettiest and tastiest veggies — […]
Behind The Scenes of Our House Party in the Hills!
I’m just going to say it: this year’s House Party In The Hills blew past years’ out of the water. This was our third annual bash during SXSW, and thanks to perfect weather, our amazing partners at Who What Wear and Madewell, and a hard-to-beat guest list, it was one for the books. With a […]
A Southern-Style Dinner Party to Celebrate Spring!
Y’all, the countdown has begun: we’re only two weeks away from the first day of spring! Why not pick a free Saturday on your calendar and invite friends to your back patio (or a nearby picnic spot) to celebrate with an open air dinner party? When warmer temps arrive, I want to eat as many […]