Showing posts with label Candy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Candy. Show all posts

Friday, April 15, 2011

Cadbury Mini Eggs.


Cadbury Mini Eggs.  These little chocolate bombs have made their way into my home and are reeking havoc on my waistline.  Not only are they absolutely delicious, they are downright addicting.  Pop one into your mouth, melt through the crisp sugar shell and you hit the creamy milk chocolate center.  

Sweet bliss.  

Before you know it, the little egg is gone and you are reaching for another.  

Despite loving candy and everything sweet, I'm a very healthy person.  Thankfully my husband is too.  Last weekend while checking out at the grocery store I had an older gentlemen actually comment on the items in my cart.  "You have to be the healthiest eater I've ever seen!  What do you do for grains?"  He obviously noticed I had no bread, no processed food and nothing loaded with sugar.  We live off of lean meat, fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and high fiber whole grains in the Patterson house.


But the season has brought an impostor in our home and I feel like I'm losing the battle.  I've never had these Cadbury Mini Eggs in my house until the arrival of my husband.  Granted, I was the one who bought them for him to remind him of how much I love him and that I keep his "wants" in mind while grocery shopping.  (Note to self: chocolate does not equal love!)  Nonetheless, we've gone through 3 bags and it's not even Easter yet!  I guess I shouldn't feel so bad though.  Apparently, the love for the Mini Eggs runs in the family.  My father-in-law is working on his 8th bag.  Way to break the cycle Curtis.

Despite the addictive nature of these little treats, I highly recommend them.  They are great for a chocolate-fix (if you can control yourself), look beautiful in a apothecary jar displayed around the house (so festive!) or can be the perfect addition to any Easter basket.  

May the force be with you if you dare to try them. 


Happy Friday!

Be Sweet.
-Kristy

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Mardi Gras 2011


Last weekend we made our way down to the great city of New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras.  I must say that NOLA is one of my new favorite cities.  The culture, architecture, history, and most importantly food are all one of a kind.  I ate some of the best food I have ever had during my few days there and experienced a celebration unlike any other.  If you are ever considering going to New Orleans for Mardi Gras, I highly recommend it.  Here is my list of must-do's while you are there:


Walk Bourbon Street during the height of the Mardi Gras madness.


Dine at Port of Call.  You will have the best hamburger and baked potato ever made.


Go on a Swamp Tour with Cajun Encounters Tour Company.  Get an up close and personal view alligators, snakes, herrings and more in the wild!


Drink a famous Hurricane at Pat O'Briens.  Check out the recipe HERE!


Visit the Southern Candymakers shop and try some of their famous Pralines, Turtles and Salt Water Taffy.  Hands down, the best I've ever had!!


Collect as many Mardi Gras beads as you can.  They make for a great souvenir and fabulous balcony entertainment.  It's amazing what some folks will do for some beads.  


Be Sweet.
-Kristy





Monday, February 7, 2011

Sweet Nothings: Valentine's Day Candy Table


Sweet Nothings has created this fun, candy-filled Sweets Table to give a little inspiration to all of you out there gearing up for this year's Valentine's Day.  We teamed up with James Woo Photography to capture some amazing images of our lovely little treats.  

We're so excited to share all of our fabulous eye-candy with you!!












{Table Concept & Design: Sweet Nothings}
{All images courtesy of James Woo Photography}
{Petit Fours: Balducci's}
{Heart Envelopes: Paper Source}


Be Sweet.
-Kristy

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Sneak Peek: Firetruck Sweets Table


Remember THIS post??


Well, the big reveal is right around the corner!  This weekend Sweet Nothings will be debuting our Firetruck Sweets Table with the help of the ever-so-fabulous Hampton Paper Designs!  Kristin, owner of HPD, is throwing a Firetruck party for her son Jackson's 4th birthday.

Kristin asked me to come up with a fire-themed design and incorporate candies that coordinated with the HPD firetruck and helmet invitations.  When creating any sweets table, a backdrop is A MUST!  After settling on various red, yellow and black candies I was able to select vessels that would best showcase the candies and keep with the firehouse feel.  I created an inspiration board for Kristin so she could design exclusive Hampton Paper Design labels for each of the vessels.  

Look for the pictures on our blog next week to see how it all turned out!!


If you are throwing a party in the near future and would like me to create a custom inspiration board for you, please contact me.  Inspiration boards will include a custom design, table layout, candy selections, vessels and where to go for all of your sweet materials!





Be Sweet.
-Kristy



Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Wedding Candy Bliss


{Designed by Amy Atlas}

One of the sweetest occasions in life are weddings.  It's a day filled with love, happiness, excitement and a fabulous party.  With all of that sweetness, it's completely fitting to incorporate candy into the big day.  And yes, I love candy weddings!!  It's a fantastic way to add a bit of whimsy, fun and color to the reception.  Your guests will love their fun favors and your photographer will have a field day with the candy ring shots!

{Photo by Christine Farah}

{Found on Once Wed}

{Photo by Christine Farah}

{Photo by Ashley Rose}

{Photo by JNP Studios}

{Photo by Jessica Peterson}

{Photo by Jo Ann Manolis}

{Designed by Amy Atlas}

{Photo by Laura Novak}

{Photo by Laura Novak}

{Photo by Jessamyn Harris}



{Photo by Leo Patrone}



{Photo by Sarah Yates}



{Found on Postcards and Pretties}


Be Sweet.
-Kristy

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