New Life for Mardi Gras Beads

I adore my festive Mardi Gras beads.  So after the frenetic fun of Fat Tuesday I place them in a clear container with white lights and have them on my kitchen counter the remainder of the year.  They remind me of the truth that I am much better at celebrating Fat Tuesday than sacrificing for Lent.  Oops!Mardi Gras Beads II

Appetizers as Dinner

Serving several appetizers, enough to qualify as dinner, is one of my favorite manners of entertaining.  And I enjoy it even more when no plate is necessary.  That way you can hold your drink, hold a conversation, and nibble throughout the evening.  So, as you venture through the blog, you are likely to see a plethora of appetizers, and small dribbles of entrees etc.  Also, I always keep a tray with something wonderful in the kitchen as there is always a crowd gathered there!

Simple Kitchen hors doeuvres