Wedding Season is Right Around the Corner...

With wedding season right around the corner, we have some great gifts for anyone. Whether you are newly engaged, married, or looking for the right gift for someone else, come check out Handmade Weddings, which features over 50 crafts to personalize your wedding, or Newlywed Cookbook, for fresh ideas for modern cooking with each other.

Laughing Matter

An F on an exam is no laughing matter.

But this book will give you more than one reason to laugh at the "f" on these exams.



The Myth, The Magic and The Spirit...

Oh the Spirit...The Spirit of Tequila that is!!!!

We just got this book in the store .. and not to sound like a lush but Oh My Gawd!!

This book is a must have. Even if you dont drink..but love to cook and add a few spirits to your recipe..this book has it all.

History of Tequila, The Culture of Tequila, The Myth and The Magic of Tequila.

How to cook wtih tequila and how to make great mixed drinks with Tequila.... I mean seriously they have savory and sweet recipes in the book, soups and salads ALL made with Tequila!! Some of my faves I think I'll give a try
- Tequila Lime Shrimp Ceviche
- Black Pepper Encrusted New York Steak w Anejo Glaze
-Seared Scallops wtih Tequila Cilantro Cream







Oh and the drink recipes....These are all perfect for Hot Summer Days...

Like this drink here...Raspberry-Meyer Lemonade with Tequila!!!

Tell me this drink doesn't look refreshing!! A few other drinks i see on the summer line up..
-Tequila Grapefruit Soda
-Watermelon-Tequila Agua Fresca
- Reposado Ice Coffee ( Now you are really speaking my language...Coffee and Tequila..ON ICE...lol)

Okay and this is totally unrelated to the book - but i found this photo in my stash of saved photos. ( i think it is from a Mindy Weiss Event - one of my fave wedding planners) But look how Fab she made this tequila bar at one of her events...

Not sure what you are waiting for - but i dont see this book staying on the shelves much longer...call today and we can put one on hold for you..323.931.0200


The book outlines many ways to enjoy Tequila..... but the most common and universal is straight up - whether you sip it, cook it, mix it, ....Enjoy!!

Editors Note: Drink Safe and Responsibly!!!

BOOKS AS GIFTS FOR OUR KIDS

 
I've always wondered about books as gifts, especially for kids.  As a former teacher, I encourage reading materials anytime of the year.   From flash cards to books about historical Americans,  reading is FUNdamental.

The old school way of learning is still popular.  Such as having our kids circle words out of newspapers and magazines with colored markers and writing them out on index cards..it works, trust me.  Its all about memory and visualization.

Some books that I recommend as stocking stuffers are below.  Remember reading is a priceless gift.

Flash Cards
Under $20

Bob Marley One Love
Under $25

Baby's First Year
Under $25

My Dream
Under $25

Oh Where Oh Where has My Blogger Gone??

OMG - I cant believe we are three weeks into the new year and I haven't posted... Bare with me - the blog will be back up to regular posting in a few days... I promise. We have LOTS of new things to share there has been plenty of awesomeness arriving at the store everyday.

Heads up - Save the Date February 3, 2011. An instore event that you will not want your MAN to miss..That's right - we are hosting a Valentine's Day event for the Fellas -helping them to Get It Right!!! Your gift that is!!!

In the meantime watch this cute video i found on Hello Lucky's blog about their new book, Handmade Weddings, which we happen to have a few copies in the store...

Thinking about Thanksgiving...

...and all the goodies included, yum yum yum! I can’t help but imagine the menu my mother has planned for this year's feast! Turkey, roast beef, candied yams, greens, mashed potatoes and ,THE BEST macaroni and cheese EVER
Apple pie, Pumpkin pie, and Vanilla Ice Cream... Let me stop cause I’m getting hungry just thinking about it!

So what are you having for Thanksgiving Dinner??? What's that...You havent planned the menu, you don't know how to cook? Oh you think YOUR mom makes the best Mac and Cheese??!! HMMM

Well these books arrived at Cordially Invited just in time to help those of you who have not yet planned the menu.... or those of you that dont know how to cook

This sensational cookbook features over 30 different macaroni and cheese recipes. Yes over 30! If that's hard for you to imagine let me paint the picture: Cajun Macaroni and Cheese, Hot and Spicy Macaroni and Cheese, Souffleed Oniony Macaroni and Cheese, Gratin of Penne with Articokes and Four Cheeses, and Cicatelli with Pumpkin Sage. If executed properly your family is guaranteed to thank you for the wonderful surprise, so pick up Macaroni & Cheese and start planning now.


And once you plan the menu - its time to think about table settings. Check out these great wooden salad serving set, napkin rings and coasters. (They also make great gifts if you are a guest at dinner!!!)

No matter what you decide on the menu, who has the BEST Mac and Cheese or how you set the table - as you spend time with family and friends over the holidays - BE THANKFUL!!