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Spring In Flight: Styling Emerson the Pheasant Bowl

Spring in Flight: Styling Emerson the Pheasant Bowl If Eric the Hare is the king of the forest, Emerson the Pheasant is undoubtedly the master of the garden. With his signature long tail feath...

Boston Baked Great Northern Beans

Boston Baked Great Northern Beans When it comes to New England comfort food, Boston Baked Beans are the undisputed heavyweight champion. If you're ready to take this pantry staple from humble ...

Love is in the Details. A Valentine's Tablescape with My Mind's Eye

Love is in the Details: A Valentine's Tablescape with My Mind's Eye Valentine's Day doesn't always require a crowded restaurant and a prix-fixe menu. Sometimes, the most romantic (or fun!) gest...

Peanut Butter Blossoms

Peanut Butter Blossoms There is a specific kind of magic that happens in a kitchen when the mixing bowls come out and the kids pull up their footstools. Yesterday, we decided to lean into the ...

The Art of the Galentine's Party

The Art of Galentine's Paint, Spritz, and a little bit of licorice! There is something sacred about a night in your inner circle. Valentine's is great, but Galentine's has a magic of its own! I...

White Chocolate Raspberry Sourdough Bread

White Chocolate Raspberry Sourdough Bread There is a specific kind of magic that happens in the kitchen during February. As we look for ways to brighten the tail end of winter, our sourdough s...

Italian Sushi Rolls

Italian Charcuterie Sushi Rolls Whether you're planning a romantic Valentine's Day date night or hosting a Galentine's soiree, these Italian Charcuterie Sushi Rolls are the ultimate love lang...

5 Tips for Styling Your Slate Boards

5 Tips for Styling Your Slate Board Hosting a gathering is an art, and nothing sets the stage quite like a beautifully curated charcuterie board. While wooden boards are a classic, Selbrae Hous...

French Onion Pasta

French Onion Pasta A Love Letter in a Skillet! While traditional French Onion Soup is a labor of love, this pasta version captures all that deep, umami-rich flavor in a way that feels a bit mo...

How to Style Taper Candle Holders

How To Style Taper Candle Holders Taper candles are the supermodels of home decor - tall, elegant and capable of making any room feel more sophisticated with very little effort. Whether you'r...