Over the summer it’s been jammed packed with fun in the sun, patios and lots (and lots) of feasting.  But what I enjoy the most are the dinner parties in, homemade BBQs and festivities that my friends and I host together.  There’s something amazing about planning these intimate events that really sparks my creativity and fuels my passion for food and bringing people together.

It’s amazing what a few girls, a little money, a hungry stomach, and a lot of love can do!

“It’s the little things that paint the big picture.”

I appreciate detail, a lot.   I stole this quote from a good friend of mine, and it has always stuck with me.  With everything that I do, I try really hard to add the small things – the little touches that make everything feel just right.  This is no different than the way I enjoy food; whether it be a secret ingredient so small but brings out the flavour or as simple as a garnish to enhance the visual presentation and appeal – I fall hard.

However, taste by all means is still numero uno but hey, we also eat with our eyes right?  On that note, I hope you’re hungry because here are a few highlights of my faves this summer, from my loves to your stomach!

Mini Caprese Salad Sticks

Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwiches

Crab Salad Cucumber Cups

Feta Spinach Wonton Cups

Beef and Cashew Lettuce Cups