My dear friend Shelley is no exception when it comes to snagging items for the Fellow, as many times her meals are the inspiration. I'm always in for a treat when Shelley hosts because she has amazing culinary skills (it's what she does for a living) and a very fresh, simple style. I thought I'd pay a little homage to her, and thank her for all of the meals she cooks for me, by highlighting 2 of her tables.
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| A great use of simple materials that creates a memorable, rustic centerpiece. |
The first centerpiece uses one two of my favorite decor items: fresh fruit and candles. When I saw this on Shelley's table, I was struck by the beauty of it's simplicity. You can also substitute many fruits in this arrangement: lemons, limes, clementine oranges or another fruit that complements the season or the meal you're serving.
I promise - it's that easy. Fruit. White votive candles. Done.
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| Sam's Spring Ale on a spring day. |
Shelley had me over for a little al fresco dining on a beautiful spring evening. Her stand-out side (pictured here) was roasted broccoli, tossed with olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper, then spritzed with fresh lemon juice. We took the leftover lemon wedges as garnish for our glasses and found it to be the perfect pairing for the Sam Adams Spring Ale I brought, which also has a citrus note.
Because the table arrangment is clean and crisp, the beverage bottles take an active role in the scene. Whenever you're setting a table, remember that everything you place...well, has a place. Every day items - here, a Pellegrino bottle, beer bottles and lemon wedges- can add a simple style that looks (and truly is) effortless.
No matter what's on your table this spring, here's hoping you ALL have a Shelley in your life to share it with!
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