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Chalupa Party (How to Host This Easy Dinner Party)
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Chalupa Party (How to Host This Easy Dinner Party)

Taco Tower (Fun Taco Party Idea!)
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Taco Tower (Fun Taco Party Idea!)

Tini Weenie Party (TikTok’s Martini Party Idea)
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Tini Weenie Party (TikTok’s Martini Party Idea)

Girl’s Taco Night (Easy Party Idea)
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Girl’s Taco Night (Easy Party Idea)

Surf and Turf Tower Dinner Party Menu
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Surf and Turf Tower Dinner Party Menu

The Best Steak and Shrimp Recipes for Surf and Turf
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The Best Steak and Shrimp Recipes for Surf and Turf

​The Best Classic V8 Bloody Mary Recipe 
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​The Best Classic V8 Bloody Mary Recipe 

Patriotic 4th of July Recipes Perfect for a Crowd
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Patriotic 4th of July Recipes Perfect for a Crowd

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An estate sale loves to see me coming! I thrifted An estate sale loves to see me coming! I thrifted the cutest little teapots, the silver coupe glasses, and what might be Dorothy Thorpe glass and ice bucket. If you love treasures that have a story, follow along! I’d love to be friends! . . . #thriftedfinds #estatesalefinds #grandmillenialiving #trashtotreasure
An estate sale loves to see me coming! I thrifted An estate sale loves to see me coming! I thrifted the cutest little teapots, the silver coupe glasses, and what might be Dorothy Thorpe glass and ice bucket. If you love treasures that have a story, follow along! I’d love to be friends! . . . #thriftedfinds #estatesalefinds #grandmillenialiving #trashtotreasure
✅ Flaky, buttery, and impossibly good—meet Cro ✅ Flaky, buttery, and impossibly good—meet Croissant Focaccia, the delicious hybrid you’ve been waiting for! 🥐✨🥐✨🥐✨ Think croissant vibes meet pillowy focaccia perfection in every bite. Crispy on the outside, soft and airy on the inside. It’s the ultimate carb-lover’s dream, and I promise you’ll never want to go back to plain bread again. Perfect for brunch, a cozy dinner, or just because you deserve something AMAZING today. 😍🍞 🥰 Thanks to @_laceybakes_ for this incredible one day focaccia recipe! I’ve tweaked mine a little bit, if you want to give it a try say BREAD in the comments, so I can share it with you! 🥐✨🥐✨🥐✨ . . . . #ButteryGoodness #CarbGoals #FocacciaMagic #CroissantLovers
Ready to zhuzh up your Cocktail Shrimp a little?! Ready to zhuzh up your Cocktail Shrimp a little?! Add some homemade cocktail sauce (store-bought is fine, too!) to a little martini coupe, then lay your shrimp around the edge. Stack on your Drink Tree and, voila! How festive!! Need a link for the drink tree?? Say TREE and I’ll share the link with you! . . . #shrimpcocktail #easyappetizer #hostingathome . . . LinkDM *004*
🍅 Marinated Tomatoes! Having marinated tomatoe 🍅 Marinated Tomatoes! Having marinated tomatoes in your fridge for salads is so easy, yet it packs a PUNCH of flavor! Here’s the marinade I use on my tomato wedges: 3 TBS Champagne Vinegar (Red Wine Vinegar is fine, too! Or Balsamic! Whatever you have!) 2 TBS Olive Oil 1 Sliced Shallot 1/4 tsp (+) Kosher Salt 1/4 tsp (+) Black Pepper 1 TBS Fresh Basil Add all these ingredients to the bottom of a bowl, and as you slice your tomatoes, just plop them in. Give the tomatoes and dressing a good, gentle stir to coat everything really well. I like to add in torn fresh mozzarella to add a little “something something” to my cheese! Spoon this over a salad, and it’s perfection! Add in capers and fresh mozzarella balls for even more flavor and texture! . . . #easyrecipes #summertimevibes #summersalad #tomatogirlsummer
🥥 Pina Colada Margaritas! These cocktails are 🥥 Pina Colada Margaritas! These cocktails are delightfully easy to make, with a bit of a frilly EXTRA step! For these glasses, I stamped them in sorghum syrup, then plopped them onto a mixture of toasted coconut, maldon sea salt, and brown sugar. I put these glasses in the freezer to let the sugar “adhere” and keep it ready for the cocktail when I’m ready to serve! Grab a jug of @barcoopbevvy’s Pina Colada mix, and fill it to THE LINE with tequila! Plus, if you're sober curious or NA, this drink mix is delightful with soda water for a Colada Spritz! Pour over lots of ice in your cute glasses!! Delish! . . . #pinacolada #easycocktail #summersips
Happy Saturday!! ⁣ 🙋 I'm Ashley - the Sweetpe Happy Saturday!! ⁣ 🙋 I'm Ashley - the Sweetpea behind Sweetpea Lifestyle, where good food gathers people. ⁣ ⁣ 🏠 I'm from Asheville, NC and I think #828isgreat -- seriously, it's the best.⁣ ⁣ Here are 🖐 things you need to know about me:⁣ 1️⃣ I love family heirlooms; my home is filled with them! 2️⃣ My favorite place to be is Home (I really lean into that ♋️ life!) 3️⃣ I love curating the best gathering with all kinds of people. 4️⃣ I’ve been blogging for 17 years this past June! CRAZY! 5️⃣ I almost always have a bow on me... somewhere! ⁣ Did you raise your hand to any of these 5 things?! ⬇️ I’d love to hear in the comments! SO, now that you know a little more about me, what should I know about you?!⁣ ⁣ ⬇⬇ Tell me something good below in the comments! If you’re new here, follow along and tag your bestie who should follow, too! . . . #contentcreator #foodblogger #blogger #foodcontentcreator
I love having tomato salad in my fridge! While I I love having tomato salad in my fridge! While I love the in season tomatoes now, I do make this year round. SAY MATER and I’ll share the recipe with you! When it’s hot out, pull this salad out, top your burrata or just some crusty bread with it and enjoy your life! . . . #tomatoseason #tomatogirlsummer #tomatosalad #bruschetta
Ready for a fantastic salad dressing?! I love mak Ready for a fantastic salad dressing?! I love making homemade dressings — they taste so much better, and you can make them how YOU like them! Let’s make Creamy Red Wine Vinegar Dressing! FULL RECIPE: 2 TBS Red Wine Vinegar 1/4 cup Mayo 1/4 cup Sour Cream 2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce 1 tsp House Seasoning (see below!) 1/4 cup Avocado Oil (or olive oil!) 2 tsp Golden Syrup (use Honey if you don’t have golden syrup!) 1 tsp Dried Parsley (fresh works, too!) Shake all of this together in a jar, and serve with an “Everyday Salad.” ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️ HOUSE SEASONING: 1/4 cup Salt 1/4 cup Onion Powder 1/4 cup Garlic Powder 1/8 cup Black Pepper Shake all of this together and use on almost everything! . . . #homemadesaladdressing #easysaladrecipe #saladdressing
My Top 5 Mornings: I love this trend! I used to b My Top 5 Mornings: I love this trend! I used to be a *real* morning person! Now, my body enjoys a little casual morning sleep, and slow going. My ideal morning (that is actually my daily routine!) is this: ☀️ Wake up. 🧖‍♀️ Skincare + Light Therapy (while I listen to a meditation on @chani.app ) 👗 Get dressed 🫖 Teatime (except lately, it’s been smoothie time) What is your ideal morning?? . . . #topfivemornings #trendingaudio #amazonfinds
While I can’t in good conscience 100% recommend While I can’t in good conscience 100% recommend Prime Day Sales… It’s just not in my nature to tell you to mass buy stuff… I can 1000% recommend evvery product on this list, because I use them! Love them! Can’t say enough about them. Say PRIME in the comments and I’ll share my list with you! . . . #primeday2025 #amazonfinds #amazonaffiliate
Crispy Rolled Tacos! They’re a must-make for you Crispy Rolled Tacos! They’re a must-make for your taco tower! Listen y’all, these are the game-changing taco tuesday night addition you’ll want to serve your hungry people. SAY ROLL and I’ll share the recipe with you! I made these for my Taco Tower Party, and they do not disappoint. While I used shredded beef inside my crispy rolled tacos, you could use whatever filling you love the most. If you’ve got leftover grilled chicken, pork, etc, this is a great way to make a new meal! Just add some cheese and filling, roll it up, and fry. Yes, you could use the air fryer or your oven… You do you, baby! INGREDIENTS: * 1 lb. Meat Mixture (see note!) * 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese * Flour or Corn Tortillas, usually one package will do! (I like the fajita-sized tortilla!) * Vegetable Oil for frying INSTRUCTIONS: 1. On a clean work surface, lay out one tortilla. 2. Add 1-2 tablespoons of cheese in the center of the tortilla. 3. Top with 1-2 tablespoons of the meat mixture. 4. Roll the tortilla up over it, pulling back slightly to keep everything contained well. 5. If you feel like you need to secure with a toothpick, go for it! 6. Get all your rolled tacos ready for the fryer before you start frying. 7. Preheat your vegetable oil (about an inch up your skillet) to 350 degrees. 8. Gently place the rolled tacos into the oil and fry on all sides until golden brown. 9. Pro Tip: Once you’ve added 4-5 to your skillet, go back to the first one and start rolling around to keep them moving. Work your way “down the line” over and over. 10. Remove the crispy rolled tacos from the oil and drain on a paper towel or wire rack. 11. Serve with shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, or any of your favorite taco toppings. . . . #tacotuesday #crispyrolledtacos #whitepeopletaconight LinkDM *001*
I bet you didn’t know a little dinner party arou I bet you didn’t know a little dinner party around your table could change the world? Even if it’s just 3 of you, a little time spent with other humans can change your world! It’s Monday, so make a plan with someone and create a magical moment together around your table! . . . #hostingathome #dinnerpartyideas #dinnerpartyinspiration
Everything is always working out for me. Even whe Everything is always working out for me. Even when it looks like a detour, it’s divine alignment. Even when it feels slow, it’s sacred timing. The universe isn’t behind—it’s ahead of schedule. I don’t chase, force, or worry. I trust, receive, and rise. ✨Everything is unfolding in perfect favor. Always.✨ . . . #AlignedAndAbundant #UniversalSupport #EverythingIsWorkingOut #DivineTiming #ᴛʀᴜsᴛᴛʜᴇᴘʀᴏᴄᴇss
FATE WHISPERED TO THE WARRIOR, ‘YOU CANNOT SURVI FATE WHISPERED TO THE WARRIOR, ‘YOU CANNOT SURVIVE THE STORM.’ THE WARRIOR WHISPERED BACK… ‘I AM THE STORM.’ . . . @fortunatesons #motivationalquoteoftheday
Hot Honey Buffalo Chicken Skewers! Say HOT and I’ll send you the recipe! Raise your hand if you love buffalo sauce. 🙋‍♀️ Now add honey. Now put it all on a skewer. Yeah… you’re going to need extra napkins for this one. Tender chicken skewers drenched in hot honey buffalo sauce = your new addiction. Perfect for backyard hangs, game day spreads, or just Tuesday nights when you need a little kick. . . . #chickenskewers #easychickenmarinade #chickendinner #summerrecipes
I call this Sunday Tomato Salad. It’s a simple I call this Sunday Tomato Salad. It’s a simple arrangement of mozzarella balls, buratta, tomatoes, shallots, and garlic. Drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkled with lots of salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and oregano. It’s perfect served with crusty bread and a bottle of wine! Need a recipe for the tomato salad?? TOMATO SALAD: 2 cups cut up tomatoes 3 garlic cloves, minced (I grate mine over my microplane) 1 shallot, finely diced 2 TBS red wine vinegar 1 TBS capers (with the brine) Fresh basil, to taste Then, add as many mozzarella balls and smooshed buratta as your heart desires. Cheers to Sunday, people! . . . #sundaysnacks #sundayscaries #sacredsunday #easyappetizer
Hey! I’m Ashley! The Sweetpea behind Sweetpea L Hey! I’m Ashley! The Sweetpea behind Sweetpea Lifestyle! I’m your fairy godmother of hosting and entertaining at home! Home is my favorite place to be, and I love sharing it with other people anchored by really good food. I’m an avid tea drinker, and I’ve got my cheeky preferences on tea blends. 🫖 @fortnums Royal Blend 🇫🇷 @harneytea Paris Blend If you’ve never seen my content, welcome! Follow along! If you’ve been here a while, share this with your bestie! Cheers to a lovely weekend, y’all! . . . #contentcreator #foodcontentcreator #blogger
People always ask how I do it all… but it’s People always ask how I do it all… but it’s not about doing it all. It’s about making space.✨ No, I don’t have it all together. Yes, I still host dinner parties.🍷 I just believe in the magic of feeding people, welcoming them in, and letting them know they matter. You don’t need more chairs or matching plates—just an open door and an open heart. 💛 If this makes your skirt fly up, join my Substack for more cozy chaos and real-life hosting magic. 💌 Say HOST to join, or head to the link on my page. . . . #PerfectlyImperfect #GatherAnyway #hostingessentials
🪩 🍸 🪩🍸 This drink tree is so much fun 🪩 🍸 🪩🍸 This drink tree is so much fun to use when hosting! From filling with drinks or shrimp cocktail, this is one of my top “things” I’ve purchased in a long while! Say TREE and I’ll send you the link to snag your own! . . . #EntertainingMadeEasy #hostingathome #dinnerpartyinspiration
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