Dahlias Delight
I’ve never been a big dahlia fan. They’re a pain in the butt to grow. The magnificent flowers come from quite unprepossessing tubers that need to be hauled in and out of the ground each year. Tulips and daffodil bulbs survive (and even...
A Purple American Table
It’s a purple day. The Siberian Irises are blooming in abundance. The sun is shining and a gentle breeze is blowing. We have set up shop near the garden wall to enjoy it all. An American quilt with violet American Lady iced tea glasses by Fostoria...
Eau de Nil with Lilacs
Hooray for May and Mother’s Day! To celebrate, I thought a dose of soft pastels and fragrant lilacs was in order. Don’t let their lowly name, “common” lilacs, fool you. Their scent is divine. I paired them with antique Royal Worcester...
Outdoor Dining with a Blackberry Theme
While the best part of a beach holiday is casual relaxation, we try to have one really festive meal when the family gets together in the Cape. Past years have included homemade ravioli, paella, bourbon and vanilla brined pork chops and lobster risotto. There...
Come to Tea with Cottage Garden
Earlier this year found me scrounging for ideas for an Irish table setting for St. Patrick’s Day. Googling “Irish Tea” turned up this tea set by Aynsley with the charming name of “Cottage Garden”. Always a sucker for multi-coloured...Follow Us
