Southern Lady Celebrate Fall 2010

Well, here he is! My sweet grandson. We love to throw sticks into the lake and chase the ducks. Th is is the first time he has been in a magazine with me! Grandparent—isn’t that a great word? Some little darlings have made up grandparent names that really are amazing, funny, and very memorable. To be proactive I selected GiGi as my grandmother name before my grandson was born. No one can say GiGi quite like he does. Th e first time he said it, it stopped me in my tracks, and the sound melted my heart. He doesn’t know that it means “glorious grandmother,” but I will tell him that when he is older. My sons gave my mother her name, Mimi. We have no idea where they got it, but…

Cozy Wine Sweaters Looking for a fun way to present wine to your host or hostess? Th ese reusable wool felted bottle bags are made from recycled sweaters. Visit catfluff .artfire.com. Bowled Over Fill this Live Edge Mangowood serving bowl with apples for a simple centerpiece, or use it to serve salad or rolls at your next dinner party. Available at target.com. What a Hoot! Each cotton napkin features a different owl transferred on and then hand-stitched in place. Set of 4 dinner napkins available at etsy.com/shop/courtlyons. Leave a Lasting Impression Th is beautiful platter, hand-painted in Tuscany, will instantly create a stunning presentation at the dinner table. Visit vietri.com, or call 919- 245-4180 for retailers. Plantable Confetti Add a touch of autumn to your table with these colorful confetti leaves, or give to guests as party favors. Each…

Apple Cider and Spice Cupcakes Makes about 28 cupcakes 1 (18.25-ounce) box spice cake mix 1? cups unfiltered apple cider ? cup vegetable oil 3 large eggs ? cup shredded, unpeeled Braeburn or Gala apples . cup butter, softened 3. cups confectioners’ sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons unfiltered apple cider Garnish: marzipan apples, whole cloves, cinnamon sugar Preheat oven to 350°. Line muffin pans with paper liners; set aside. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, apple cider, oil, and eggs. Beat at low speed with an electric mixer for 30 seconds. Beat at high speed for 2 minutes. Fold in shredded apple. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling two-thirds full. Bake 18 to 21 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes. Remove from pans; cool completely on wire racks. In a large…

Menu Potato Hash Breakfast Casserole Blueberry Pancake Muffins Warm Fruit Salad This year usher in Grandparents Day with a simple and tasty brunch that lets your loved ones know how important and inspiring they are. With some make-ahead recipes, this menu allows you to prepare foods the night before and then get your family up and moving for last-minute preparations Let Kids Help • An hour before serving, mix blueberries and cream cheese for the Blueberry-Cream-Cheese Spread. • Arrange fresh fruit and any storebought pastries on a platter. • Make a small bouquet for Grandma with leaves and flowers gathered from the yard or container garden. Potato Hash Makes 2 to 4 servings 2 large baking potatoes, washed (about 2 pounds) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter . cup diced yellow onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic . teaspoon salt seasoning* or . teaspoon salt . teaspoon chopped fresh…

A rhyme many of us learned in school tells of the adventures of Christopher Columbus and his three ships, the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. Although sailing under a Spanish flag, Columbus was a native of Genoa, Italy, so Italian-Americans have been observing a day in his honor with pa parades and festivals as far back as 1866. Congress officially declared Columbus Day a holiday in 1971, and the day is celebrated the second Monday in October. For our Columbus Day, we’ve put together a menu of grilled pizzas with tasty sides and one of our favorite Italian desserts, tiramisù. Grilled Radicchio Salad Makes 6 to 8 servings 2 small heads radicchio, washed and cut in half 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup grated carrot 1 cup thinly sliced celery 1 (6-ounce) bag fresh baby…

Tip: Create this contemporary look in no time at all. Add height to your table with tall, galvanized buckets as vases, and fill with brightly colored mums for a pop of color. Use light shades of gauzy fabric as a runner to add a whimsical touch. Then, simply tuck in a few votive candles, and you’re done! This mouthwatering menu features stuff ed quail that’s ready to eat in just over an hour. While your main dish finishes in the oven, get the party started with a Prosecco cocktail made with cranberry juice and cassis, along with a simple but delicious pick-up appetizer artfully presented on a rosemary skewer. Set the mood for a relaxing evening with friends with this autumn-inspired playlist: “Harvest Moon” by Neil Young “Autumn in New York” by Ella…