Beach Decorating Blog

Seriously, these baked oysters were soooo good! Tom LOVES oysters, I mean really really loves oysters and I usually just indulge his habit by going on the drives to find them. In California, this led to some long car drive adventures up to Tomales Bay to Hog Island Oysters or stopping at Marshall General Store and sampling their bbq'd oysters at their roadside stand.  Now that we're back home in the Pacific Northwest, we don't have to go quite as far, but still an adventure out to Shel … read more

Perfect companions to the Eivissa dinnerware collection, the artisan shapes and colors of the new Mallorca plates and bowls will add the ideal finishing touch to a relaxed, chic coastal dining table! With shell fluted edges, the stunning Mallorca dinnerware collection captures the natural landscape of the famous Mediterranean island, a magical haven of turquoise waters, soft golden sands, and sea cliffs. Mallorca shares its DNA with Casafina's Eivissa collection and will … read more

Just kidding! Halloween and Fall Parties are on their way! Not sure about all of you, but we are thrilled to be able to more safely entertain friends this fall and holiday season, thank goodness for vaccines. Before your company arrives, we wanted to share one of our favorite cocktail recipes for fall, "Dark Days". A great bartender in Washington D.C. was kind enough to share his recipe - so delish but beware, it packs a punch!Recipe for one cocktail: 1.5 oz. Averna (Amaro)3/4 oz. Rittenho … read more

Artist Kolene SpicherArtist Kolene Spicher had a distinctive style and flair with her incredible art creations that are easily recognizable. She was known for her magical and charismatic mermaids plus fantastical nautical art pieces. We are true blue fans!That's why it's difficult for us to grasp the news of her passing last week. We are a more than a little heartbroken for us, but especially for her family.A naturally talented artist and painter, Kolene Spicher had an unique recognizable style … read more

It's HOT out there!Even for us in Puget Sound. We are expecting record breaking temperatures over 95+ degrees this week, which is very hot for Seattle. Our Crew has been coming up with ideas to stay cool - including some delish summer cocktails! Last we night we experimented with a refreshing fruit forward martini. So good and so easy to make! Summer Fresh Watermelon MartinisRecipe for Two Cocktails: 2 cups Watermelon Chunks4 oz. Premium Vodka (We used Pau Maui Vodka in ours)1 oz. Freshl … read more