Favorite Pinterest boards to follow for Fall recipes!

September 16, 2015 at 5:00 pm (Uncategorized) (, , , , , , , , , , , )

Oh, Pinterest. Aside from planning hypothetical weddings and our future children’s birthday parties, Pinterest is a wonderful place to seek out recipes and kitchen inspiration. But with millions of pins for everything from pot roast to pumpkin pie, it can be overwhelming to sort out the good from the bad.

Not to worry – we’ve done the legwork for you! Whether your favorite part of Fall is the warm baked goods, or you’d rather pull up a chair to a comforting dinner that simmered in the crock pot all day, here are some of our favorite Pinterest boards to follow for Fall recipes!

Who: Damn Delicious, a recipe developer and blogger with nearly 100 boards. Chung-Ah Rhee posts many of her own recipes on boards like “All Things Savory!” and “Fall Recipes” but also spreads the love on shared boards like “The Best Recipes on Pinterest” and “Best Comfort Food Recipes.”

Top Fall Picks

Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Scones

Cheesy Baked Butternut Squash

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Photo Source: Diethood

Who: How Sweet Eats, writer of a best-selling cookbook with more variety in food boards than you can imagine. Owner Jessica Merchant is a Pittsburgh native who loves desserts and savory dishes. Merchant posts a mix of lifestyle pins and recipes on boards like “Sprinkles for Life” and “burgers + sandwiches: I can’t get enough.”

Top Fall Picks

Sweet & Spicy Homemade Snack Mix (perfect for football games!)

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Photo Source: howsweeteats.com

Crockpot Brown Sugar & Roasted Garlic Pulled Pot Roast Sandwiches

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Photo Source: howsweeteats.com

Who: Kitchen Konfidence, a self-described “food explorer” is a prime example of quality not quantity on Pinterest. While he may not have tens of thousands of pins, the recipes you’ll find on his account are as enticing as the world’s most grand buffet. He’s got an entire board devoted to cooler weather recipes and this one, as well as an entire board devoted to San Diego restaurants if you’re ever in the area.

Top Fall Picks

Spiced Molasses Cookies with Creamy Vanilla Frosting

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Photo Source: Kitchen Konfidence 

Pumpkin Chicken Chili

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Photo Source: Kitchen Konfidence 

Bon Appetit!

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Autumn/Fall Theme Wedding & Shower Ideas

September 10, 2015 at 1:07 pm (Uncategorized) (, , , , , , , , , , , , )

With the start of Autumn just around the corner, it’s a popular time to celebrate upcoming events. Whether it’s a shower for bride or baby or a wedding, it almost seems like a no-brainer to take advantage of the crisp air and cozy feel this time of year brings.

An autumnal theme is not difficult to carry out, no matter how front and center you want its elements to become. If you happen to choose a fall theme for your wedding and your planning begins well beforehand, stock up on décor and supplies at the end of fall the previous year when they’re marked down in price. Products are so similar from one year to the next, no one will ever know the difference!

Invitations
This is probably the most obvious play on words – but a wedding this time of year will automatically make you think of “fall”-ing in love. This works just as well for a bridal shower as it does the wedding invitation, itself.

Photo From Etsy Shop https://www.etsy.com/listing/154368477/printable-fall-in-love-bridal-shower

Photo From Etsy Shop: Doodlebug & peep

Food
Pumpkins and apples are a versatile choice in food – and they make great displays on this theme.

http://creative-wedding-cards-design1117.blogspot.com/2012/04/or-as-i-like-to-call-it-wedding-cake.html

Photo Found On Karlee’s Blog

A build-your-own caramel apple station would be a great favor or dessert table at any fall-themed event.

http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/2011/10/caramel-apple-creations.html#.VezESbxVikp

Photo Found Here Photo Credit: Cristel at Curiosity Garden Studios

Another sweet for the sweet? Donuts and cider! A sure crowd pleaser at any celebration

Décor
If you used a theme like “fall”-ing in love with the invitations, why not carry it out to the event itself? A banner bearing the tag line and accompanying garland would be easy to craft but also readily available on a site like Etsy!

http://something-old-weddings.blogspot.com/2014/06/how-to-plan-wedding-on-budget.html

Photo Found Here

For a baby shower, why not make the day all around the little pumpkin? This is another theme that would be great to start out with on the invitation.

Photo From Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/204030512/baby-shower-decor-little-pumpkin-banner

From Etsy shop: Paperstrip 

All other décor – whether shower or reception should showcase the season’s best parts of nature – leaves, apples, pumpkins, pinecones, cranberries and spices all make for beautiful, simple and affordable ways to get into the spirit!

Photo Source: http://www.savvysassymoms.com/blog/little-pumpkin-baby-shower/

Photo Found On Savvy Sassy Moms 

Happy Autumn!

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The Willow Room Sweetheart Special

September 1, 2015 at 12:55 pm (Uncategorized) (, , , )

Introducing The Willow Room Sweetheart Special. This is a $10,000 all-inclusive wedding package, priced for up to 100 people and it includes tax and service charge!! We know wedding planning is a lot of work and with this package, we can be your one-stop shop.

Your Package includes:
Venue for 5 hours
Bridal Suite with Bridal Butler – room just for the bridal party with storage, outlets, mirrors and private bathroom 
White Ivory or Black Linens and choice of Napkin
House Bar Package
Champagne Toast for Bridal Party
Choice of Soup or Salad
Two Single or One Duo Entrée
Custom Wedding Cake with Cutting and Service
Coffee Station
Fresh Floral Centerpieces
DJ (up to 5 hours)
Photographer (up to 8 hours)
Bridal dance with Attendant
Customized Room Layout and Design
Professional Vendor References
Invitation for Two to Tasting Event

This package is valid for any new clients booking weddings in February or March of 2016, but it must be booked by 9-30-15 to receive the discounted rate.

Call Cara at 724-379-5666 or email gm@thewillowroom.com today to schedule a tour, ask questions, or check date availability!

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Photo Credit: Laurel Mountain Photography

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