Beach Decorating Blog

You never need a reason to have a glass of bubbly, especially when it's National Prosecco Day! We have a unique recipe this week that brings a whole new light to the different ways you can incorporate prosecco into a cocktail (not that mimosas aren't delicious!). An original recipe which goes by the name "Strawberry Dreams".This one comes from a friends daughter who is a bartender down in Australia, who has used their isolation time, coming up with different cocktails to add to their venues … read more

There is just nothing quite like REAL summertime nectarines and plums; sweet, plump and juicy = yum. Especially if you are lucky enough to have your own fruit trees or a local farm stand nearby.  We've come up with an easy, delish summertime cocktail using local stone fruit - looks gorgeous and tastes even better - your beach home guests will think you are quite the mixoloist!Here's what you need for your Summer Stone Fruit Sangria: 1/4 cup Vanilla Simple Syrup 1+ cup sliced Nectarines (w … read more

Before you know it, Thanksgiving will be here. This really is the Best holiday. (and is my favorite!) Our opportunity to get out the best serving pieces, polish the silverware.. now where did I hide my white linen tablecloth?? And always use your favorite glassware!Usually I begin my planning with paging through stacks of magazines, taking a look at my saved pins on our "Autumn at the Coast" Pinterest Board, and pulling out my well-loved cookbooks to find a few new recipes to use as "expe … read more

So far, October has been very kind to us in Northern California,  but we know that the rain and wind will be headed our way next week! Had to share one of our favorite fall warm-up cocktails, Hot Apple Cider with a splash of Bourbon. Super easy, and simmers in the crockpot, filling your home with the delicious scent of cinnamon and spice.  Seriously yum and perfect for fall. Recipe for 1 drink: 2 oz. Bourbon 6 oz. warm apple cider, simmered in your crockpot. (Love this idea! … read more