Here at Mottahedeh we'd like to thank all the Veterans out there for the service and sacrifices they have made and continue to make for our country. Though there is really no way to fully thank the men and women who put their lives on the line for our home, November 11th marks Veterans' Day, A "veteran" does not only...
What better way to make friends with your neighbors than by inviting them in for a quick slice of pie? Our Sacred Bird and Butterfly Cake Plate makes for the perfect opportunity to say hello. Keep the pie by the door and offer parents a slice. Or, for parents with younger children, after the trick-or-treating has commenced invite them in...
Another alternative and fun soup recipe for the Halloween night is this roasted pumpkin soup. Growing up my mother use to make this delicious dinner appetizer during the cold fall season when the leaves began to change color and the desire to stay bundled up with a warm soup in your belly seemed that much more appealing. It is that...
I know that many find enjoyment in being scared. Haunted hayrides through deserted corn mazes are a well attended activity leading up to Halloween. The scariest movies of all time are played for 31 days straight. Marathons are had and people revel in the shrieks and thrills of being scared witless. However, I for one, am not a fan of...
Halloween calls for themed parties all over the country! Why not hold your own Halloween Dinner Party on Sunday night? Invite guests to dress up in character for a murder mystery while sharing a prepared meal of sludge-looking broccoli soup out of our Wallendorf Cabbage Tureens and stands! You can purchase Murder Mystery games which are already all set up...
Did you know that America is not the only place that celebrates Halloween? Here are some of the other common phrases used in a few other countries that also celebrate! "Trick-or-Treat?!" - North America "Help the Halloween Party?!" - Ireland "Halloween Apples?" - Parts of Canada "Halloween!" or "La charité s'il-vous-plaît ("Charity, please?") - French speaking areas of Canada ¿me...
My brother when he was about 7 as the Red Power Ranger. He's now 20yrs old. (He's the guy in all the Mottahedeh Memo posts.) During an ice breaking event this weekend I learned that Halloween was one of people's favorite holidays! And is it really any wonder? It's a day linked to childhood memories of dressing up, getting free...
Traditional Home this month gives a glimpse into the vibrant world of LIME homegoods. Look for our R. Haviland & C. Parlon Coromandel - Green Dessert Plate (HP74029) - $115 www.mottahedeh.com
I like keeping candles in our bathrooms. It gives people the opportunity to light them instead of using an air-freshener. Often I don't really like the synthetic smell of air fresheners. The only issue with placing a candle in the bathroom is that you need to have something to light it with. You could leave a lighter in there, or...
At 41 Madison in New York City the Table Top Show is in FULL SWING! Flowers are arranged and blooming in beautiful and unique vases. Tables are set and bursting with style and decoration. Buyers and designers are scoring the floors looking for ideas for upcoming seasons and displays. Here are a few of the tables being shown at the...
