Entertaining Inspiration {From Amy Neunsinger}

April 29, 2016


This shoot by Amy Neunsinger
is for a winter party feature at OKL,
yet the whole vibe translates
simply for any season.




Vintage and mix-matched? Check.
Family style service? Yes, please.
House cocktail with Limoncello? Boom...
baby, you know I like to make my own!

Scroll on for the cocktail's recipe, and soak up
inspiration from Neunsinger, who started
her career at Martha Stewart Living.




the dessert bar



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Limoncello Spritz (from Frances Boswell)


Makes one cocktail
An easy, refreshing cocktail to whip up in a flash with no muddling, shaking, or straining required. This drink goes down like a treat, so buyer beware.
Crushed ice
Several paper-thin slices of limes, lemons, and oranges1.5 ounce shot limoncello, Sparkling water, Mint sprig, to garnish
Directions:
Fill a pretty cocktail glass halfway with crushed ice. Layer in citrus slices to the brim. Add a shot of limoncello and top off with sparkling water. Garnish with a sprig of mint.

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Someday soon I will host an outdoor
feast in our cottage's backyard...wanna come?

Peace to you right where you are.




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15 comments

  1. Beautiful soulful entertaining.....and when your enyertaining I would love to be on the guest list :)
    Beautiful photo of you.
    Xx
    Dore

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  2. Perfectly stunning and welcoming - everything from the navy and cream candles to the wall behind the dessert bar. Beautiful. And "Yes Please" to an invite - what fun! Hope you are well Michele and enjoying the Springtime!

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    1. Thx, Joan. I am loving the sunshine of the desert.

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  3. What a gorgeous outdoor feast! Love everything about it, laid back yet fancy and special! Absolutely yes to the invite!
    xo
    Holly

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    1. Laid back yet fancy is sooooo up my alley. Xox

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  4. Goodness absolutely spectacular!!! I will add that fun drink to my summer entertaining list! Have a lovely day! xo Leslie Sinclair

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  5. This looks like a fabulous party, thanks for the ideas!

    You look beautiful as always!

    Looking forward to seeing your photos of your first party!

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  6. What a gorgeous spread, I love taking in all the details of an outdoor party like this. Won't it be wonderful when you can begin entertaining from your new backyard? I look forward to seeing those pictures. And yes, I'll have that shot of limoncello in my drink! 😊
    xo
    Leslie

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    1. so much to do before we can begin to plan an outdoor fete! i need a longggg custom harvest table! and lights! and grass without weeds!

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  7. What an absolutely beautiful series of photos. There's something about these outdoor parties that is so romantic;) Limoncello sounds delicious and perfect for summer. Such a fun post Michele!

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  8. Beautiful. It's fun to entertain in the backyard. xoxo Su

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