At Home with Kim Vallee

CAKES and baked goods, DINING | February 14, 2009

Snoopy Cake by Blue Cupcake

Look at this adorable cake by LA-based Julie Desmeules of Blue Cupcake. She made this Snoopy Valentine cake for a friend of a friend. It is lovely! Penguin Cupcakes It is incredible how time flies. Not long along, it was less than 2 months ago that I was talking about the Holidays season. If you remove [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HER | February 14, 2009

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My Valentine’s Bouquet

My husband knows that I prefer receiving my favorite flowers instead of the cliché roses for Valentine’s Day. It is not for nothing that the new logo of At Home with Kim Vallee showcases a tulip. By the way, I aim to publish the revamped blog by the end of March 2009. About the Bouquet Tulips [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods | February 14, 2009

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Happy Valentine!

I wish you all the love in this day. I wanted all week to show the free bag template from Twig & Thistle. Kathleen suggests baking a batch of brownies. Cut them with a heart cookie cutter. Customize your packaging with her adorable DIY Sweetheart Brownie Valentine. This is something you can easily do this afternoon. [...]

DINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | February 13, 2009

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Planning a Romantic Dinner for Valentine’s Day | Part 2

Let’s talk about a menu for your Valentine’s dinner. I opt for something that taste great. A little bit of glamour first and then, a main course filled with delightful but simple flavor. I love Mediterranean cuisine and fresh herbs. + Appetizer: Make it easy and prepare canapés. Champagne and foie gras canapés are a [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | February 13, 2009

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Planning a Romantic Dinner for Valentine’s Day | Part 1

Valentine’s Day is an ideal time to relax with your lover. Some people opt for a getaway trip; others book a table at a nice restaurant. Another way is to prepare a good meal together. This year, we are lucky that Valentine’s Day falls a Saturday, which give you time to cook a little [...]

DINING, FOOD + drinks | February 12, 2009

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Hot Chocolate done the European Style

I love hot chocolate so much that I bought last year Bodum La Chocolatiere. I also gave one to my young brother as a memory of our youth. He used to drink lots of chocolate. Some people worry about the froth. But the true secret for success rests in the recipe. On our last trip [...]

ENTERTAINING, HOLIDAY entertaining | January 30, 2009

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Diamond Theme for your Valentine’s Day Table

The design may be cliché but I think these add a cute whimsical touch to your table. Here are some cool items to be on the mood. Waking Up in Love + Printable Valentine Teabag Wrappers and Tea Tags by Creature Comforts + The 2-Carat Cup, $14.99 USD at Urban Outfitters [...]

TRAVEL | January 29, 2009

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Seeing Andy Warhol Live and Yves Saint-Laurent on Valentine’s Day

I received yesterday on my inbox a promotion from Joie de Vivre for their ‘Warhol Live’ Package. With a one-night stay at selected Joie de Vivre’s hotels, you receive with two VIP tickets to the de Young Museum for the ‘Warhol Live’ exhibit. This is a hip activity you can do on Valentine’s Day [...]