Look who’s in this months digital issue of Grace Ormonde!! Two of our table tops were selected for the “OASIS” feature in Grace Ormonde’s June Digital Issue! CME graces the pages with other beautiful tablescapes from top planners and florist through out the US. Here’s a quick peak at CME’s work; download the full issue here for the rest of the feature and all things fabulous from GO!
XO,
CME
It’s officially summer in Texas. We haven’t hit the 100+ degree days yet, but we did hit 99 this weekend… soooo, yeah – it’s hot.
My summer event advice is to keep your guests hydrated and add to your decor at the same time by adding chilled bottles of water to your tables. San Pellegrino, Acqua Panna, Mountain Valley, Topo Chico and Voss are a few of my favorites – the glass bottles, of course! Chill them in advance and add them to the center of your tables. Guests will help themselves without waiting on a server for refills.
Want to get creative? Search the interwebs for glass water or wine bottles. Chill and fill with water and add them to the tables — there are tons of options available out there!
With the opening of The Great Gatsby last weekend, I have been inspired by the Roaring Twenties! The Roaring Twenties was a time when throwing cocktail parties at your home became popular. The rise of cocktail parties inspired the development of “finger foods”, which worked well for tipsy party peeps who jiggled Gin Fizzes and Whiskey Smashes while mingling in loud, crowded rooms. Popular finger foods of the Roaring Twenties included Lobster Canapés, Shrimp and Crabmeat Cocktails, Stuffed Deviled Eggs, Caviar Rolls, Oyster Toast, and Savory Cheese Balls.
My fav? .. the deviled egg. You either love em or hate em – but they have definitely made a come back recently and can be found on trendy menus all over. Austinites should head to 24 Diner for their version topped with crispy bacon. Or head to see The Great Gatsby at Alamo Drafthouse for their Gatsby themed special – Truffled Deviled Eggs topped with Crispy Capers. YUMMMMMMM.
Can I get a thumbs up for some deviled eggs?
So many events this week!! If you didn’t make it to Saturday’s NOIR & ENCORE events, don’t miss the AFW Runways and Marketplace this Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at La Zona Rosa featuring a Pop-Up shop by GILT CITY. And Austin Fashion Week concludes with the Austin Fashion Awards + After Party at Austin Music Hall this Saturday. Get your tix {here}.
Its time for my Monday rant on place settings and manners. I get so frustrated when I see an incorrectly set table. So here is a chart to assist. Notice the knife placement and the direction of the blade!!! So many people get this mixed up — stop it!! And the napkin – it goes to the left or can be placed on the plate.
And my biggest pet peeve of all…. the bread plate! This is by far the one thing that so many get wrong when dining. The bread plate is to the left — opposite of your glasses. Here is a little trick to help you remember! Make your fingers into a “b” and a “d”. Put that down at your place setting and you will always remember that the “b” on your left is for your bread. And the “d” on your right is for your drink! Now stop stealing your neighbor’s bread plate and take the plate on the LEFT!!!!
XO,
Courtney
Here at CME, we love our pups, and we love a good cause! We, along with many of our clients, want to spread support for Austin’s non-profit Emancipet, and its goal to reduce the homeless pet population in Austin. Emancipet provides low-cost spay/neuter services to help decrease the number of unwanted pets.
Help reduce the homeless pet population by attending Emancipet’s Free Love Luncheon on May 13th!
CME
Sorry for the quick blog. We are headed to Moon River Ranch on Wednesday for 5 days of wedding set up and events. We will be back on Sunday, so excuse us if we miss blog posts this week or if they are short!!!
Today I bring you my current favorite nail color of the spring/summer…OPI Suzi’s Hungary Again! It’s a warm toned medium pink shimmer. Very girly shade, very pretty and you need it! xo, CC
Who doesn’t love getting a little cocktail umbrella in their drink? And why dont I see them more often? You dont need to be on a beach vaca to get a little cutie in your cocktail. You heard it here first. Its my mission to bring back the cocktail umbrella. Coming soon to a drink near you …
Happy Passover to my Jewish friends! I love this simple idea for Passover place cards. Grab some chocolate & break up the matzah. Too easy and too darn cute!
xo,
CC
