All posts tagged: Sur la Table

7 Great Girlfriend Dates That Aren’t Brunch!

You and your girlfriends have done brunch together, painting parties, spa days, and hitting the farmer’s market together to buy local wares, to name a few. Your girlfriends are a great source of fun, sanity, and relaxation! Are you at a loss for new ideas of ways to spend time together? When it comes to bonding with our besties, these are all great ideas! And, who doesn’t love brunch with friends? But sometimes we need a break away from the usual. Sure, we’ll always appreciate a mimosa (or three) with our gal pals, but there’s something to be said for out of the ordinary activities that make us say, “Remember the time that we…?” Here are 7 ideas for your next gal pals date: Spend part of a day riding bikes through a park. Here in Houston we have the fabulous Buffalo Bayou Park. Stretching from Shepherd Drive to Sabine Street between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive, the 160-acre Buffalo Bayou Park is one of the country’s great urban green spaces. You can take your own bikes or …

Crostini With Sweet Pea Purée and Crispy Pancetta: Perfect For Easter Brunch

Not too long ago I took a cooking class at Sur La Table with some of my fave girlfriends. It was so much fun! A great way to spend an afternoon or evening with your friends… We definitely shared lots of laughs! And, obviously, you get to try some fabulous new recipes that you can impress your family and friends with later 😉 While we prepared several things, my favorite was the Crostini with Sweet Pea Puree and Pancetta. This bright green pea puree on grilled rustic bread bursts with spring flavor. I love how the salty pancetta paired with the sweetness of the peas. When in season, fresh shelled peas are recommended for the freshest flavor, but frozen peas make a delicious spread as well. These would make a perfect accompaniment to a summer day soiree, an evening dinner party, or really just anytime. If you are gluten sensitive you can make these with gluten free bread. I loved these! I hope you will too! Here’s what you’ll need: 2 cups fresh peas, or frozen and thawed …