About me
With two greek parents -- one a proper southern belle, food and entertaining always figured big in my life. Both my grandfather and uncle were professional chefs and all my aunts and uncles owned restaurants.
Everything revolved around the kitchen. Cooking together, sharing recipes, new cookbooks etc. Our home was always open and mom was known for her gracious entertaining. Our family was always up to try something new and dad was committed to broadening our horizons so we enjoyed all types of food. My husband kids me and tells me I read cookbooks like novels --which is so true! And thank goodness I have a walk-in closet for all my china. Bottom line -- anything having to do with food or the table -- I'm interested!
My passion for entertaining led me to leave a career in corporate America and start www.MemorableEntertaining.com.
MemorableEntertaining.com is a unique, one-stop resource that gives members access to everything they need to entertain with grace and style.
A place packed full of ideas regardless of their budget or experience as a host or hostess.
Over 70+ resources & tips in 7 categories with fresh ideas added weekly!
Members enjoy over 50+ centerpiece ideas(and growing), seasonal tablescapes and menus with downloadable grocery lists, how-to videos and slideshows.
We also partner with 'Contributing Chefs' and experts.
Plus members can use our 'entertaining hotline' aka 'Debra's Diary' to write in with entertaining dilemmas, questions and thoughts.
My Favorite Foods
I love cooking all types of food. The more interesting the combination of flavors the more apt I am to try a recipe.
One of my most treasured memories was a trip to Italy. Invariably, at almost every restaurant, I asked to speak to the owner to find out how a dish was prepared. A cooking lesson in Rome tops off this favorite memory.
Website
http://www.MemorableEntertaining.com
Groups
entertainingdiva is a member of
Asian Flavors,
Ask a Chef,
Baking - General,
Brunch,
Comfort Food,
Cookie Party,
Easy, Elegant Entertaining,
Entertaining - General,
Food Photography,
Grilling,
Growing Fresh Herbs,
Italian Cooking,
Party Buffet,
Simple but Elegant,
Thanksgiving Cooking,
Tools of the Trade,
Weight Watchers