ALEXA HAMPTON ~ INTERIOR DESIGN

I truly love the work of Alexa Hampton. The daughter of Mark Hampton, Alexa now runs the family business. Below are some rooms that Alexa has designed. ENJOY!

To find out more about Alexa Hampton and her work visit Mark Hampton, Inc.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

HAPPY WEEKEND

I have three treats for you this weekend, and I am certain that you will enjoy all three.

RUE magazine has just released their first issue, and you are going to LOVE this online magazine.

My daughter has posted a piece that I think you will love. Visit belles & bows  here!

For the third treat, I am posting a recipe by Ina Garten!

SPINACH AND CHEDDAR SOUFFLÉ

Serves 2 to 3

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing the dish

1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for sprinkling

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 cup scalded milk

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Pinch of cayenne pepper

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

4 extra-large egg yolks, at room temperature

1/2 cup grated aged Cheddar cheese, lightly packed

1 package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted and squeezed dry

5 extra-large egg whites, at room temperature

1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Butter the inside of one 6-to-8-cup soufflé dish (6 1/2 to 7 1/2 inches in diameter x 3 1/2 inches deep) and sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.

2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. With a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Off the heat, whisk in the hot milk, nutmeg, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, for one minute, until smooth and thick.

3. Off the heat, but while still hot, mix in the egg yolks. Stir in the Cheddar, the Parmesan, and the spinach, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

4. Put the egg whites, cream of tartar, and a pinch of salt in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on low speed for one minute, on medium speed for one minute, then finally on high speed until firm, glossy peaks are formed.

5. Whisk one-quarter of the egg whites into the cheese sauce to lighten, and then fold in the rest. Pour into the prepared soufflé dish, then smooth the top. Draw a large circle on top with the spatula and place in the middle of the oven. Turn the temperature down to 375 degrees. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes (don't peek!) until puffed and brown. Serve immediately.

NOTE: To make in advance, prepare the recipe through Step 3 (adding the cheeses). You can do this up to 2 hours ahead. Keep mixture covered at room temperature, and then proceed with the recipe just before baking.

ENJOY!

See you soon,
Teresa

xoxo

Melissa Rufty at Home In New Orleans

This beautiful home of Melissa, Interior Designer, is the epitome of playfulness and chance taking.  Well, I think we can all say that she was on-the-money!  After a week of House Beautiful, I certainly couldn't leave out this talented artist, especially one that creates a decor this beautiful, and one that has been requested.  ENJOY!

Melissa Rufty

Now, was I accurate?  Absolutely beautiful!  To see the large family room (2 page spread) and read about this beautiful home, grab a copy of the October issue of House Beautiful.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

DANIEL SACHS ON PARK AVENUE

Daniel Sachs, Interior Designer, designed this Park Avenue apartment for former CNN producer Nancy Tilghman.  ENJOY!

TO READ MORE ABOUT THIS INTERIOR DESIGNER AND HOME VISIT HERE OR GRAB A COPY.  THIS MONTHS ISSUE IS GREAT!

See you soon,

Teresa 

xoxo

Images House Beautiful 2010

250TH POST AND RALPH LAUREN

This is my 250th post, and I am enjoying my blog more now than ever.  It has become a part of me, and I consider it personal to say the least.

The success of my blog is shared with all of you ~ my readers, my followers, and those of you that have placed my name on your blog roll.  Without all of you, this blog would not be headed in a positive direction, and I am grateful for your support.  

For this special post, I have chosen one of my most admired designers.  It is no secret to all of you that Ralph Lauren is one of my favorites.  He never settles for anything lest than superb, and I love his work from fashion to home.

This post will include Upper Fifth, which is a linen line, and the fall collection of furnishings and accessories, Brook Street.  ENJOY, and again, THANK YOU!  

RALPH LAUREN UPPER FIFTH

I love this image.  Black and white check is beautiful to me.  RALPH LAUREN BROOK STREET.  By the way, have I told you lately how much I love my Macbook Pro?!


See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo