Downton Décor

Bacon-Wrapped Meatloaf

Gourmet meatloaf is one of our favorite comfort foods. And when you invite bacon and parmesan cheese to the party, the result is a rich, flavorful main dish that’s a...

Honey Truffle Shortbread

Shortbreads always feel at home for Holidays. However, shortbread need not always be so sweet. Savory shortbread is a unique, unexpected flavor experience that compliments food well and dazzles others...

Holiday baking

It the time of year where special holiday baking recipes make their annual appearance. Here are two holiday bites from our staff’s family recipe box:

Cioppino

Here’s our version of “La Vigilia,” the Italian-American tradition of serving seafood on Dec. 24. Rather than a 7-9 course dinner, we turned to San Francisco’s signature fish stew, Cioppino.

Holiday Hosting with Pottery Barn

We love hosting get-togethers and sharing a bottle of our favorite wine with friends all year long, but there’s something so special about entertaining during the holidays. Adding those festive...

Holiday entertaining playbook

Tis the season for entertaining and making long-lasting memories. Our friends at Bungalow 56 have created a great DIY cork garland and delicious four-course menu to help you prepare for...

Holiday Menu: Rack of Lamb, Potato Pancakes, Butter Lettuce Salad

Holiday eating made more delicious and less stressful. Jessica and Karyn at Bungalow 56 Interiors and Events have created a sophisticated special occasion menu that will allow you plenty of...

DIY Cork Garland

When you entertain frequently, you get a lot of corks from dearly departed bottles. Given this abundance, we are constantly trying to find creative ways to incorporate them into our...

Spiced Winter Squash

Savory, sweet and light. This winter squash recipe is a flavorful way to enjoy winter veggies. Make it as an alternative to marshmallow-topped yams, or as a fresh side dish...

Charred Green Beans, Smoked Bacon, Persimmons

Fresh, clean flavors make this side dish strike a great counterbalance to the bevvy of rich, creamy side dishes around most Thanksgiving tables. The smokey bacon and persimmons pair well with...