Patty’s Easy White Chicken Chili

by By Patty Roper

Wouldn’t you just love to come home to this slow-cooker goodness? Patty Roper demonstrates how to make this hearty favorite. Full recipe shows at the...

AL FRESCO THANKSGIVING

by Patty Roper | Photography by Bonnie Dickerson

There is no place on Earth more worthy of giving thanks than Mississippi in the fall with its crisp, cool beauty. Add grateful hearts and sharing delicious food with family and friends and what could equal a more perfect Thanksgiving? Among the fall trees on a...

MEET THE PARENTS DINNER

by Patty Roper, Photos by Bonnie Dickerson

The ring is on the finger, the date is set, everyone is excited, and the planning is about to begin. It is time for everyone to meet and get to know their new extended families. There are so many decisions to be made and shared, and what better way than over a nice...

GIFT BOX BRUNCH

by Patty Roper, Photos by Bonnie Dickerson

When I discovered these beautifully handpainted china gift boxes with rose-colored bows and gold edges at a flea market, I knew they would be the perfect accessory to set the theme for an elegant Christmas table. I love combining old and new, heirloom and modern, and...

MANOR HOUSE DINNER

by Patty Roper

Since everyone is caught up in the Downton Abbey era, I thought an elegant manor house dinner might be jolly good fun. Send a very formal printed invitation with a monogram and gold edges, of course, and ask guests to dress in elegant Edwardian attire. Set the table...