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A Woodland Wonderland Holiday Dinner With Rue Magazine

December 10, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > "Hostess with the Mostest"

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On a day where fall was saying goodbye and winter hello we trekked over the river and through the Atlanta History Center’s woods to a Woodland Wonderland created just for Rue Magazine’s Holiday issue.  

With a pristine log cabin providing the ideal backdrop it wasn’t hard to bring my vision to life.  The table was overflowing with sugared fruits and holiday florals flanked by giant candelabras.  Hand cut place cards laid perfectly on Juliska’s Country Estate dinnerware, and gold flatware and glasses provided just a touch of sparkle.  And after dinner guests retreated to the cabin getting cozy by the fire and noshing on wintery cake, pumpkin creme brûlée, coffee, and a whiskey or two.

With everything falling right into place it all was nothing short of magical.  I’ll be sharing all of the recipes from HomeSpun Atlanta over the next few weeks, but for know just snuggle up and enjoy our Woodland Wonderland and a Very Merry Rue.  Truly, MKR

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The Team:  Concept & Styling, Waiting On Martha  ||  Photography, Rustic White  ||  Florals, Lindsay Coletta Designs  ||  Food, HomeSpun Atlanta  ||  Cake, Lush Cakery  ||  Furniture, Crush Event Rentals  ||  Invitations & Place Cards, Yes Ma’am Paper Goods  ||  Location, Atlanta History Center

Place Settings, Juliska via Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Wooden Chargers, Vintage (similar HERE)  ||  Placemats, Juliska via Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Napkins, Kate Spade NY via Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Gold Flatware, One Kings Lane  ||  Gold Glitter Spoon, Sabre via Waiting On Martha  ||  Gold Rimmed Glassware, One Kings Lane  ||  Candelabras, Dunes & Duchess  ||  Sleigh, Pottery Barn (sold out similar HERE)  ||  Faux Fur Blanket, One Kings Lane  ||  Punch Bowl, Juliska via Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Animal Head Shot Glasses, Waiting On Martha  ||  Horseshoe Drink Stirs, Waiting On Martha  ||  Silver Candlesticks, Pottery Barn  ||  Wine, Orison Wines

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Best Ever Holiday Coffee

December 3, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Breakfast & Brunch

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Best Ever Holiday Coffee || Photography Kathryn McCraryBest Ever Holiday Coffee || Photography Kathryn McCraryBest Ever Holiday Coffee || Photography Kathryn McCrary Best Ever Holiday Coffee || Photography Kathryn McCrary Best Ever Holiday Coffee || Photography Kathryn McCrary

You last heard me talk about the love I have for my Nespresso VertuoLine here, but during this time of year that my Nespresso machine gets used more than anything else in my house.  For the obvious early morning rise and caffinate of course, but also Nespresso is perfect for the after dinner coffee.  Why is that (other than the obvious reason) you ask?  Because Nespresso has the ability to make everyone happy.  Decaf for the mother in law, no problem.  Black for dad, easy.  Espresso for the Mr., sure.  Half calf with extra chocolate sauce for mom, coming right up.  Nespresso VertuoLine allows everyone to have exactly what they want with the touch of a button and the hostess can just sit back and relax instead of catering to everyone’s need for something different.

So this year instead of storing and making ten different kinds of coffee use that time and create a coffee toppings bar like I did.  All you need is a few different types of Nespresso capsules, marshmallows, toffee or peppermint swizzle sticks, a gingerbread house or two, and toppings like whip cream, chocolate sauce, and peppermint flakes.  Oh and don’t forget the Baileys!  Nothing goes better with Nespresso’s Vanizio than homemade whip cream, chocolate sauce, and a pour or two of Baileys.  Cheers!  Truly, MKR

P.S.  Right now Nespresso is offering a $100 credit with the purchase of any Nespresso machine $199 and above!

*Photography, Kathryn McCrary

 

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Homemade Whip Cream
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Ingredients
  1. 2 cups heavy cream
  2. 2 ounces sugar
  3. Few dashes vanilla or peppermint for flavored whip
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  1. Whisk everything together until soft peaks form
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A Very Merry Ballard Designs Christmas

December 2, 2014
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Holiday Decorating

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We started with a fall harvest, proceeded to a very thankful Thanksgiving, and we’ve finally arrived at my final, festive, and quite possibly favorite Holiday look for Ballard Designs; Christmas.  Full of various tartan fabrics, a small forest of trees, and pretty packages tied up with string I think you’ll be able to see why this time of year is my favorite time of year.  Find all the tablescape and decorating details and plenty of other holiday inspiration over on Ballard Design’s Blog, How To Decorate today and with that I hope your holiday season is off to a truly cheerful start.  Truly, MKR

*Concept & Styling, Mandy Kellogg Rye of Waiting On Martha  ||  Florals, Lindsay Coletta Designs  ||  Place Cards,  Ashley Buzzy Lettering  ||   Location, Vinewood Plantation

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