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Diary of a Hostess

Diary of a Hostess

Diary of a Hostess

A Middle Eastern Spread

Visual Inspiration

25 Nov

Written By Jess Murphy

place setting on a dinner table with blue sabre cutlery and linen napery

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A Coastal Celebration

Sunday’s Big Table

HOME GUIDES ABOUT diary of a hostess contact

This is my favourite menu - out of the 12 I've created and crafter into step-by-step guides - this one feels the most like me and what I love about gatherings. Fresh and herby, with crunch and a bright flavours. Mediterranean Gathering
8 - 10 people

Affogato is for sun-drenched tables, empty plates, warm air, and that moment where lunch quietly becomes the afternoon. A little ice cream, a little espresso, a little Frangelico, and no plans to be anywhere else. From A Classic Long Lunch ☀️☕️🍨
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Benefits include: joy, laughter, learning, connection, belonging, comfort, generosity, perspective, less screen time and fuller hearts xoxo
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NYE plans 💃

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Photography @pearsonstreetstudio

I break it down,
so you don’t!

Photos by Hannah Puechmarin and Pearson Street Studio

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