Hosting a garden party for Tartelette? Someone pinch me or wake me up from a dream! Reality came true as last night together with several adorable food bloggers we spent a beautiful night visiting with Helen Dujardin who is absolutely a real live lady. She tells wonderful stories, is a great listener and is as down-to-earth as they come. She was candid and shared tips on every question that was asked her (including questions on macarons- no doubt she has heard them all!). Helen is completely comfortable in her own skin and makes everyone else feel at ease around her. I do wish my outdoor living room were big enough to have included everyone because each of you would have loved enjoying her easy humor and relaxing attitude. She only made us fall in love with her even more than we already were, and that is hard to do.
Each item on the menu was delicious and prepared with specific care with Helen in mind. Take a moment to visit these sites for the recipes. It is always charming to be with fellow bloggers and get a pulse on who they really are, these gals are dynamite! Personal thanks to Bonnie for flowers from her garden and arranging them in the darling white vases (thanks Susan!). Many thanks to Becky for the gift basket we gave to Helen filled with wonderful Utah products and to Maria who always keeps us locals in touch with the national and international celebrities. Having a party can be so much fun when everyone helps!
Maria-Two Peas and Their Pod http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com
Becky-Project Domestication http://projectdomestication.blogspot.com/ and Utah Loves Cupcakes http://utahlovescupcakes.com/
Bonnie-City Home, Country Home http://cityhomecountryhome.blogspot.com/
Jaime-Sophistimom http://www.sophistimom.com/
Dara-Cookin' Canuck http://cookincanuck.blogspot.com/
Holly-Phemomenon http://phemomenon.blogspot.com/
Brooke-Cheeky Kitchen http://www.cheekykitchen.com/
Because a picture is worth a thousand words, I’ll leave you with shots of the evening from Candace. Picture charming music lofting in the background with the air sweet with honeysuckle, really it could have been a dream.
Our best to Helen as she speaks at The Evolution of Women in Social Media conference in Park City, Utah this weekend. Come visit us here in Utah anytime. My home is your home.
Candace took some really fun shots! Love the shoe one. Thank you again for hosting such a wonderful get together. We need to do it more often.
ReplyDeleteWow I never realized so many of my favorite bloggers are from Utah! You've got one heck of a state over there. The whole place must smell like baked goods.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like such a fun event! Getting together with fellow bloggers always makes for a good time.
What a thrill this must have been for all who were fortunate enough to attend. It really does sound like a wonderful event. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings...Mary
ReplyDeleteWow what a group! Sounds like it was a great time.
ReplyDeleteHow lucky that you get to meet Helene! She is a wealth of knowledge and is an exceptional food photographer.
ReplyDeleteThank you Christie for hosting such a wonderful evening! I had such a wonderful time. You home is gorgeous and really relaxing.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a beautiful time! It's great to see all of you! ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! And you have a lovely yard. Thanks for letting me drop in on the party! :)
ReplyDeleteI am so jealous! I would have loved to meet ALL of you, and even the Napkin Lady:) What a magical evening all the way around! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, fantastic fun and lots of my favourite US bloggers all there! I need to plan a trip to Utah!
ReplyDeleteYour garden and backyard was absolutely dreamy! And getting to spend the evening with everyone was a special treat...not to mention the delicious food!
ReplyDeleteCandace, great photos!
This looks like a great event. I was just checking out your previous post. What beautiful photos, particularly the green of the macaroons with the clear glass.
ReplyDeletei am so sad to have missed this evening. i am really happy to see that you all enjoyed it so much though! how fun and delicious!
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