Holiday Party, Menu Links & The Case For A New Camera

A big thanks to our friend Ben, who writes the new blog called An Austin Kitchen. We would have been lost without his guidance, helping us plan a delicious menu of small plates for a gathering of nearly 50 people during an annual Holiday Progressive Dinner!


Lots and lots of preparation. Despite not typically enjoying working in the kitchen, I had fun cooking with my husband! If you'd like to try any of the recipes yourself, see the links below.

Pumpkin + Shrimp Bisque

{beyond delicious and festive}

Asian Meatballs with Peanut Sauce

{if you like cilantro...}

Prosciutto Rolls

{goat cheese & fig filling with arugala and a drizzle of lemon zest}

Muhammura

{a hummus like dish with a sweet twist served with pita bread}

Getting photos, let alone good ones, at a party while playing host is a challenge...particularly if your camera doesn't behave well in the evening hour light. Hint, hint. Husband, are you reading?






At one point during the event I noticed the crowd had seemed to thin. When I went looking for the guests I discovered a group had made themselves at home in the newly completed Master Bedroom! And they didn't want to leave...