Cool, Crisp Cucumber | Refreshing Summer Recipes June 1, 2018 Marsha Gale Have you ever wondered where the phrase, “cool as a cucumber” comes from? Cucumbers are cool to the... Continue reading
Spiralizer Recipes | Cool Tool Adds Tasty Veggies to Your Repertoire April 4, 2018 Marsha Gale As a personal chef, my clients consistently ask for healthy menus, and they specifically want fruits... Continue reading
Mother’s Day Brunch | Make Mom Feel Special with Flavorful Fare April 4, 2018 Editor Many a mom has woken up on Mother’s Day to breakfast in bed. Who can resist little faces carrying... Continue reading
High Time For Tea | Tips for an Elegant Afternoon Refreshment January 30, 2018 Marley Miller High tea isn’t what most people think it is. In England, high tea is more like dinner—meat, game... Continue reading
Get Up And Go | How To Begin A Running Regime January 30, 2018 Jane Rennyson I don’t know why it took me 42 years to realize that I was a runner, but it did. Like many of us,... Continue reading
Happiness, Scandinavian Style October 31, 2017 Rory Rhodes Last winter, I began hearing a lot about the Danish concept of “hygge.” It has no exact English translation,... Continue reading
Tempting Treats | Host a holiday dessert party with these crowd pleasers October 31, 2017 Marley Miller At my house, the holidays are all about the food—especially, the dessert. Hosting a dessert-themed... Continue reading
Shop Local For Hostess Gifts October 31, 2017 HOME Throughout the year, but especially during the holiday season, it’s helpful to know where to go for... Continue reading
Around Town October 31, 2017 HOME The Stocked Market The Junior League of Roanoke Valley’s annual shopping extravaganza and fundraiser... Continue reading
Tour For A Cause | Charity Home Tour September 1, 2017 HOME Now in its 27th year, the Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour showcases eight spectacular lakeside... Continue reading