Green Door Hospitality

Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Elegant and Affordable: Kahlua Ice Cream

I don’t have an ice cream maker.  I have thought them to be dangerous inventions.  If I have an ice cream maker in the house, then I will have the … Continue reading

May 28, 2013 · 36 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Creamy Lemon Asparagus Soup

This asparagus soup is perfect for spring.  The addition of lemon and chardonnay really make it stand out and is a wonderful addition to any meal.  The use of herbes … Continue reading

May 13, 2013 · 28 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Fried Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are always a favorite in our home.  And this recipe modified from Jacques Pepin takes the idea of deviled eggs to an entirely different level.  Serve these as … Continue reading

May 6, 2013 · 30 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Truffled Mac and Cheese

Since it’s Tax Day, we should be looking at comfort foods to brighten our day.  And what is more comforting than Mac and Cheese? This savory and mouth watering mac … Continue reading

April 15, 2013 · 29 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Balsamic Strawberry Pie

It is the start of strawberry season which is always a very exciting time!  Fresh berries — there are so many options!  And to celebrate, why not make a strawberry … Continue reading

April 9, 2013 · 44 Comments

Culinary Series Announcement

Entertaining is about connecting with people.  Hospitality is about taking those connections and making people feel special.  Great, homemade food is one way of showing hospitality towards others. Our culinary … Continue reading

April 4, 2013 · 23 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Roasted Cauliflower Soup with Tarragon

Follow my blog with Bloglovin Cauliflower is one of my favorite vegetables.  There is so much you can do to “jazz” it up.  This soup has a wonderful flavor combination … Continue reading

March 18, 2013 · 41 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Pound Cake with Candied Lemon Zest

Today is my husband’s birthday.  We had a couple friends over to celebrate this past weekend and I, of course, had to make him a birthday cake.  But… birthday cakes … Continue reading

March 12, 2013 · 34 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Roast Chicken Provençale

Roasted Chicken always makes me think of dinner at my grandparents.  Such a savory and delicious meal that brings about feeling of warmth and comfort.  This version is extra flavorful … Continue reading

March 7, 2013 · 18 Comments

Elegant and Affordable: Pork Tenderloin with Rosemary and Garlic

Pork Tenderloin is a great option when entertaining a small group of guests.  (Assuming that they all eat pork).  The tenderloin offers quite a bit of variety when it comes … Continue reading

March 5, 2013 · 25 Comments