Women Shining Magazine Women Shining Spring 2018 | Page 28

Variety is the Spice of Life
Small Things Make a Difference
T he daily meal routine often lacks
interest. Whether you are alone, a couple, or
a family presentation, can set the tone for
the experience.
It is time to add a little
spice to change from
‘just dinner’ to an experience
Things my mom did:
• Using tablecloths and napkins = makes
things feel special without a lot of effort
• Candles - can be romantic or festive
• Water with lemon, or juice in a wine
glass = a touch of class
• Cut the edges off bread
(keeping crust for other uses)
• Making a sandwich with white and brown
bread = dressing up the ordinary
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What other finger food can you think of to
change things up?
• Spaghetti night = checkered table cloth,
Italian music, and wine bottle with candle
You would be surprised at the helping hands to
prepare a meal when the atmosphere changes
from ‘supper’ to dinner at a bistro.