President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s catering service knew that the English adored their sausages when hot dogs were served to King George VI of England during his 1939 visit to the United States.
Will your caterer "custom-make" your cake based on your individual preferences? Will you be choosing from pre-determined styles? Would you like fresh flowers or confectionery flowers adorning your cake? Important considerations for your cake.

Found this great fork and knife decal from a French company Harmonie Intérieure. Available in four sizes and 58 different colors. [via Oh Joy]
The sun was shining on the sea (and nearby Shilshole Bay) when I made the acquaintance Renee Erickson's new oyster bar, the Walrus and the Carpenter. The sun was also shining through the patio doors, casting a golden glow on the zinc bar (the province of co-owner Jeremy Price), on smiling patrons supping on seafood (among other prettily arranged small-plates) and on Renee herself, who has plenty of reason to smile these days.
Recipe for Grilled Peach and Mozzarella Salad
In a top Aussie appellation, the key to staying afloat is thinking outside the box