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Here are some snippets from my last garden party.
Woodland-themed centerpieces
Homegrown fruit incorporated into the dessert table
For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes),please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.
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Last weekend, one of my good friend reached a milestone birthday. Instead of entertaining a traditional dinner, I decided to host a birthday tea with some of our friends. It was a beautiful afternoon to sit in the garden with the rose garden in full bloom while sipping tea, indulging in fine pastries and catching up with friends.
The tables were set with the birthday girl's favorite color (hot pink) flowers. Multiple tables were set with different china. As we all know, it is difficult being a host and a photographer.
Birthday party spread
Tea party would not be complete without cucumber sandwiches
Totally surprised birthday girl
For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes),please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.
This is the table from last weekend. If you notice, it uses the same centerpiece from the previous post (the original centerpiece was used at breakfast). When I want to use the same centerpiece in a different setting I change it a bit by adding or deleting to make it look different. In this case, since I am setting the table in the kitchen I incorporated Thai basil into the centerpiece. The bronze color foliage with orange dahlias adds contrast and interest.
For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes),please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.
Over the weekend, I was entertaining two groups of people. Whenever I entertain, my first task is to make flower arrangements for the entire house. These are the few arrangements from my weekend entertaining.
For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes),please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.
This is a continuation of my series of posts about the garden party after the harvest. Since the garden has lots of color, I decided to keep the centerpieces understated. I decided to go with small potted plants to make arrangements instead of traditional flowers. I brought African violets, maiden heir fern, and other greenery to complete the arrangements. The containers for these arrangements are nothing but simple dark wooden planters. Since these are living plants, these arrangements can last lot longer than flowers. If I am planning to entertain a different group of people in couple of weeks, my arrangements are ready for the party. Best way to stretch your dollar.
Some times single plant can make a bold statement if you present it well. Maiden hair fern in an ornate container can look beautiful in a proper setting. I used this planter on the dessert table. You will see in future posts.
The following arrangement is for the kitchen table, to carry the same theme.
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A single African violet in a beautiful container
Rex begonia is one of my favorite.
For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes),please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.
