Carlisle
Gardens in the French Quarter of New Orleans are lush with tropical plants, walled enclosures with water, ironwork and hanging art. It was such a treat to be in the city whose motto is “Laissez le Bon Temps Rouler” on the third weekend in October for a self-guided tour of seven gardens in New Orleans. […]
What is felt from a house facing south? Shadows on the wall are good. How fortunate you are if when you look out your front door you see something of beauty. These are subjects discussed in short yet lovely fashion in Patience Strong’s Book of Homes and Gardens. “If you cannot have a vista” […]
A suckingly pig from Tio Pepe’s, the best Spanish restaurant in Baltimore, Md. This pig arrived seemingly well educated although the one lens of his glasses was a bit singed. What can you say to a guest at your party? “Go home and get some clear glasses before we clear you away!” Frankly Mr. Suckling […]
Drum roll please. Last night to benefit Pickering Creek Audubon Center in Easton, Maryland, husband and wife chefs donated a six course meal paired with wines from their own cellar. The third course was fresh figs stuffed with Gorgonzola in a bed of baby spinach with a sherry vinaigrette. The dinner was served on the […]
ROSEDOWN PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITE Rosedown Plantation is located in the West Feliciana Parish community of St. Francisville along one of the most historic corridors in South Louisiana. Daniel and Martha Turnbull began construction on the main house at Rosedown in 1834, completing it by May the following year. The home was furnished with […]
