Oysterfest II – the sequel

What defines a party?  Food, friends, and a lively atmosphere come to mind.  If we also include our wee bivalve friends, the number of attendees rockets this soirée up the charts.   Since we had such a fabulous time at our last oysterfest celebration, we decided to take advantage of the amazing weather we are having and host another.  And…

Peacock inspired mardi gras

The idea of going to Mardi Gras has always enchanted me - it seems so darn celebratory.  I have been to New Orleans many times, but visiting during Mardi Gras would be like entering utopia.  An explosion of color, parades, jazz and revelry surrounded by history and delicieux creole and cajun food.  Failing a journey to the Bayou state, you…