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Author: Talia Jubé

Away from the clinking of wine glasses and the symphony of flavours, we lead lives steeped in community and personal wellness. Talia, with her nurturing spirit, shapes young minds as an elementary school teacher. Together, we find joy in clean eating, staying fit, and maintaining an organized yet inviting home that's always ready for the next soirée.
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Categories Featured Set the Scene

7 Easy Dinner Party Ideas and Themes for Adults 5 (1)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 10 min read
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Planning a dinner party from scratch? Stressful and overwhelming.  But planning a dinner party when you have a specific theme in mind? Easy, exciting, and much easier to build…

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Children in Halloween costumes celebrate with pumpkins, cobwebs, and festive decorations.
Categories Set the Scene

How to Host a Spooktacular Halloween Party for Both Kids and Adults 5 (9)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 5 min read
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Now that the kids are back to school, hosting a Halloween party that’s enjoyable for both kids and adults may seem challenging, but with the…

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Children going to school joyfully, backpacks on, walking down stairs in bright sunlight.
Categories Set the Scene

Kickstart the School Year: Guide to Hosting a Back-to-School Party 5 (2)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 6 min read
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As the new school year approaches for your little ones, the excitement of fresh beginnings comes with the opportunity to strengthen the bonds within your…

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Categories Featured Set the Scene

Elizabeth Wanless On Elements of a Memorable Dinner Party 5 (3)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 8 min read
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Fifteen years ago, David and I were fortunate enough to meet Elizabeth Wanless, owner of Great Events. Liz became our wedding planner and orchestrated one…

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Categories Engage with Guests

Gracious Guests: Etiquette for Attending a Home Dinner Party 5 (2)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 11 min read
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Have you ever wondered what makes a modern dinner party unforgettable? Is it the exquisite menu, the sparkling conversation, or perhaps the seamless flow of…

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Modern kitchen corner with espresso machine, glassware, and coffee products.
Categories Plan the Meal

Elegant Infusions: Master Coffee and Tea for Your Next Dinner Party 5 (1)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 17 min read
  • 2

Welcome to “Master Coffee and Tea at Your Next Dinner Party”. This is the third instalment of our Elegant Infusions series geared towards helping you…

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Categories Plan the Meal

A Host’s Dilemma: Cooking vs. Catering for Upscale Dinner Parties 0 (0)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 3 min read
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Deciding whether to cook or order from your preferred gourmet shop for an upscale dinner party can be daunting. Are you short on time but…

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Categories Engage with Guests

The Host’s Playbook: Guide to Hosting Memorable Dinners for Guests 5 (1)

  • Talia Jubé
  • Estimated read time 11 min read
  • 0

Embark on the exciting journey of hosting, where each dinner party, whether for special occasions where you showcase of your culinary skills or an evening…

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