Monthly Archives: December 2010

At the Movies

Posted on December 30, 2010 by quintessence   •   38 Comments

Many of you will be going out to New Year’s parties this evening. But for those of you celebrating at home (like me!), here’s the last of my holiday movie picks. Although I would imagine many of you have seen … Continue reading →

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Fancy a Flute?

Posted on December 29, 2010 by quintessence   •   34 Comments

photo from Life Now that we’ve chosen what champagne to drink, we have to decide what to drink it in! So many choices, so little time! Last week in the New York Times, director of education for Moet Hennessy USA, … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Wines – Champagne 101

Posted on December 28, 2010 by quintessence   •   39 Comments

When considering what to feature for the Wednesday Wine post today, it didn’t take me long to decide – champagne is my drink of choice, especially for ringing in the new year. Quintessence wine expert, Terry Rogers of Horseneck Wines … Continue reading →

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I Can See Clearly Now

Posted on December 27, 2010 by quintessence   •   33 Comments

Full transparency is the buzz word these days and the name of the game for this group of clearly terrific ideas. With the new year approaching, there is a feeling of wanting to start anew and embrace a fresh outlook and … Continue reading →

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Booking It

Posted on December 26, 2010 by quintessence   •   51 Comments

As you can imagine, I had many books on my Christmas list and luckily Santa obliged!! But Santa is a very clever fellow – he knew my bookcases were full and that I would need to find other ways to … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2010 by quintessence   •   14 Comments

From our home to yours, wishing you the very merriest of holidays!

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It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas

Posted on December 23, 2010 by quintessence   •   14 Comments

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas Ev’rywhere you go… But the prettiest sight to see is the holly that will be On your own front door. A few of the more festive houses in and around town. every … Continue reading →

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Gold and Silver

Posted on December 22, 2010 by quintessence   •   28 Comments

No matter what sort of decorative theme you have going for the holidays this year, here is one that never goes out of style. Let me present a little sparkling inspiration for your upcoming celebrations. all photos above by stephen … Continue reading →

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Chateau Splendor

Posted on December 21, 2010 by quintessence   •   30 Comments

We are taking a break from Wednesday Wine today to take a look at another lovely French location. After Megeve yesterday, we are meandering to the Loire valley, specifically to the Chateau de la Bourdaisiere. After a career in banking, Prince … Continue reading →

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Winter Wonderland

Posted on December 20, 2010 by quintessence   •   50 Comments

Everyone loves a white Christmas. Although I live in the northeast, it actually doesn’t happen that often. I’ve always dreamed of spending the holiday in a luxe alpine resort where you would be guaranteed a winter wonderland in grand style. … Continue reading →

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