Host a house party, in the British Virgin Islands, for 30 friends.

Yes, you read that right, you too could host a house party for 30 of your closets friends and would not have to clean your own home before they arrive!

A Delicious Grape Martini Recipe, If I Do Say So Myself. A perfect cocktail for entertaining.

With the warmer weather upon us, I thought I would share this recipe again, for those who might my post two years ago.  If you like the flavor of grapes and the flavor of oranges, then this martini recipe is for you! This grape martini was inspired by the scent of the Concord grapes that grow wild around our home and by a grape drink my mother used to makes us when we were children (without the alcohol of course) which was Grape Koolaid with orange slices.  To see a video on how I made the cocktail or to see the recipe in print, just follow the link to our luxury lifestyle website page for this delicious grape martini.  Read More

New England Fine Living's Web site http://www.newenglandfineliving.com and this blog was created by Linda Smith Davis, The Fine Living Muse, as a Girl's Guide to Decorating in Style, Entertaining in Style, and Living in Style.

Cigars and Brandy in Cape Cod

Cigar and Brandy - Photo Credit Unknown

Picture this: a warm evening spent beach-side, cigar in one hand, favorite brandy in the other, noshing on a smorgasbord of locally-inspired fare.  These are the makings of an epic guys' night out, and it's happening May 15.

Chatham Bars Inn's seventh annual Gentlemen's Smoker night is quickly approaching, and supports the Cape Cod Baseball League.  Beyond the impressive spread, there will be a silent and live auction of bragging-rights worthy experiences (think African safaris, exotic fishing trips and luxury hotel stays). 

Join them for an exclusive gentlemen's cigar event, in support of the Cape Cod Baseball League, on Thursday, May 15th on the South Lawn. There will be silent and live auctions, a full open bar, local cuisine with visiting Chefs from some of the Cape's best restaurants, a great cigar selection and special guests Joe Morgan and Jim Lonborg. This event does sell out and limited tickets are available by calling 508-945-6801. 

New England Fine Living's Web site http://www.newenglandfineliving.com and this blog was created by Linda Smith Davis, The Fine Living Muse, Purveyor of Entertaining and Stylish Living.

Champlain Sunset, the 2014 Signature Drink For Vermont's Restaurant Week

Vermont's 2014 Restaurant Week tastes great with a “Champlain Sunset” the signature cocktail made with Vermont White Vodka from Vermont Spirits and Switchback Ale.

Try one at participating restaurants or mix one up at home!

Champlain Sunset

• Two springs of mint

• Ice cubes

• 2 oz. Vermont Spirits White Vodka

• 1 oz. Aperol

• 3/4 oz. simple syrup

• 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice

• 1-1.5 oz. Switchback Ale

Muddle mint in the bottom of a shaker. Add ice, vodka, Aperol, simple syrup, and lemon juice, and stir to combine. Strain into an ice-filled Collins glass, and top with Switchback to taste (less for a sweeter drink, 1.5 oz. for a hint of bitterness). Garnish with mint and a lemon twist, then serve.

The fifth annual Vermont Restaurant Week, April 25 to May 4, is an opportunity to sample locavore, farm-to-table cuisine that is perennially celebrated in national accolades and headlines. Vermont can credit its distinction as a culinary destination to its abundance of agricultural resources and top-flight chefs paired with the state’s position as home to the most cheese makers and brewers per capita in the country. Vermont’s rural farming heritage has nurtured a dining culture that welcomes exploration: culinary visitors delight in fine, local, fresh foods amid the vibrancy of downtown, while admiring mountain views or appreciating the working farm next door.

 http://www.vermontrestaurantweek.com and http://www.vermontvacation.com to plan your stay. Bon Appétit!

New England Fine Living's Web site http://www.newenglandfineliving.com and this blog was created by Linda Smith Davis, The Fine Living Muse, as a Girl's Guide to Decorating in Style, Entertaining in Style, and Living in Style.

The story behind Tiffany's Tiffany Blue Box

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Ring Setting and Signature Tiffany Blue Box - Photo Supplied to New England Fine Living by Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. has a signature blue box that almost every woman recognizes, but do you know how the owner of Tiffany's decided upon this color and what you need to do to get your own Tiffany Blue Box?  Follow this link to our article covering these fun factoids, including locations of Tiffany & Co. stores in New England. READ MORE

New England Fine Living's Web site http://www.newenglandfineliving.com and this blog was created by Linda Smith Davis, The Fine Living Muse, as a Girl's Guide to Decorating in Style, Entertaining in Style, and Living in Style.