Party Thyme Quick Tip: Set the Table. Check!
When hosting a seated dinner party, one thing you can do to get ahead of the game is to set the table early.
In fact, set it the night before to get it out of the way.
This will free you up for tasks like cooking the day of the party.
Enjoy your weekend! -alyce eyster
Photo: Fulton Davenport

Comfort in a Bowl: Caramelized Onion & Potato Soup with Parmesan
Hurry, while it is still cold, make this soup. This recipe's flavor profile combines caramelized onions with potatoes, Parmesan and a bit of cream. What's not too like? I think the soup is rich enough to pair with a green salad and good bread to make a meal. And I suggest serving with an acidic wine like a sauvignon blanc to offset the cream. Stay warm and cozy … [Read More...]

Happy Chinese New Year!
I can't think of a better way to ring in the year of the dragon than with this easy pork stir fry loaded with veggies. Want more Asian-inspired recipes? Click here. Enjoy! -alyce eyster Spicy Pork & Vegetable Stir Fry Print Recipe Type: entree Author: Molly Fowler Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 35 mins … [Read More...]
Party Thyme Quick Tip: Don’t Forget the Flowers!
Fresh flowers really add to the ambiance and enhance the dining experience. It's as easy as picking some flowers, herbs or decorative greenery from your garden. Or, if you prefer, pick up a bouquet at the farmer's market. Regardless of where you get them, the arrangement can be as simple as a small bud base of sweet smelling herbs like mint, basil or sage, or … [Read More...]

Lord Nut Levington is so Nutty!
Have fun with your nuts. Lord Nut Levington does. He's the saucy, fictional mascot behind Lord Nut Levington Peanuts. And this isn't your everyday dry roasted peanut. These nuts come in exotic flavors like Rebel Mary (spicy bloody Mary), Cinnapplooza (cinnamon, apple and vanilla) and Mammma Mia, an Italian blend of tomato, garlic and cheese. I sampled them all and my … [Read More...]


