THE LATEST FROM FRAN BERGER
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Your Happily Every Day After | Fran Berger
You received all those lovely things from your wedding registry, and where did they all go? If you're like most people, you put them away for a "special" day. The specialists at Gearys Beverly Hills have another way of looking at it. You spent...
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How to organize your kitchen. | Fran Berger
One of the most important things you learn when you run a restaurant is that an organized kitchen is a functional kitchen. That means putting those kitchen essentials within arms reach, but making sure that you can find everything else....
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The Kitchen Essentials | Fran Berger
You just moved into a new home. Congratulations! Now it's time to talk about kitchen essentials - all the truly important things that you need to start your new kitchen right.Here are links to the items featured in this video:Oxo...
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Solving the lunch box dilemma. | Fran Berger
Here's a way to solve the lunch box dilemma: cool little lunch box kits from Bentgo. They have different colors and styles for boys and girls. Each "bento box" has little compartments for servings of food. You'll save on plastic...
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Why you need decanters for your fine red wine. | Fran Berger
If you love a good glass of red wine, you need decanters to help bring out the aroma and flavors that the winemaker wants you to enjoy. I love this Michael Aram Decanter because it has its own aerator funnel. But, there are so many other wonderful styles from...
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Use your wedding gifts! | Fran Berger
We spend a lot of time filling out all those wedding registry lists: things we love, things we think are beautiful. And what do we do? We store them! But why? I say use them - every day and enjoy! Links: Baccarat http://bit.ly/2QrOVZ1Lobmeyr Scotch Decanter and Glasses http://bit.ly/2EKq1yfWardrobe:...
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A special place at the table for your kids! | Fran Berger
When you're out shopping for new place settings for yourself, remember that your kids need a special place too. I found a fun set from Alex Marshall Studios that can be personalized in several different colors all with your child's...
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The not-so-lost art of writing Thank You notes! | Fran Berger
Some people say that writing thank you notes is a lost art. Not for me. I go to the Paper Source because they offer such a wide selection of lovely thank you notes and personalized letterhead. It's always a special...
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Luxury gift ideas for the Special Men in your Life. | Fran Berger
Last week, I shared my luxury holiday gift ideas for the special women in your life. Here's my high-end gift giving list for those fabulous men you know. In this video you'll find wonderfully designed items from Louis Vuitton, John Varvatos,...
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Luxury Gift Items for the Special Women in your Life | Fran Berger
It's my favorite time of year when I share my holiday gift ideas for the extraordinary women in your life. This year I brought together some of my best-loved luxury items from La Perla, Natori, MCM, Bodum, Coravin and Baccarat....
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How to set up the perfect cheese board. | Fran Berger
Just because you’re spending the holidays with only your immediate family and household doesn’t mean there shouldn’t be a fabulous cheese board. I know there will be at my house. It’s really a very simple thing to set up. Think...
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The Perfect Double Old Fashioned Crystal Glass | Fran Berger
Nothing is better than drinking a great old fashioned whiskey from a perfect double old fashioned crystal glass. And there are so many styles to choose from. Take a look at the crystal glasses I picked for you from these...
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Fall Spiced Cocktail: Old Fashioned Pumpkin | Fran Berger
It's fall and that means pumpkins - with a little whiskey. It's a pumpkin old fashioned! This favorite adult beverage is a mix of Grand Marnier, maple syrup, pumpkin purée, a shot of Johnny Walker whiskey and a dash of...
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How to pick the perfect tableware for a second home. | Fran Berger
When shopping for the perfect tableware for a second home, I always take into consideration the location of the second home and how my clients will be using that home. Sometimes those things are as different as a casual rural...
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How to excite your guests at your dining table... with mismatched steak knives! | Fran Berger
What a conversation starter you can have when you curate a mismatched collection of interesting steak knives. Everyone loves matching china and glasses. They're lovely to look at and a pleasant experience to dine with. But think about the fun...
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Why you need a home designer, consultant and curator for the perfect home. | Fran Berger
Fran Berger is unquestionably an entertaining dynamo, with an inimitable combination of elegance and edge. After mastering an incredibly successful over 20-year run as the original owner of The Farm of Beverly Hills®, a much-ballyhooed Beverly Hills landmark and Los...
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The sophistication of the right placemat for the right setting. | Fran Berger
When we look at that table setting, what do we see? Dinnerware, silverware, napkins, glasses, centerpiece, and… how about placemats? That’s one detail that I think is often overlooked and that can add just a dash of sophistication. Fran Berger...
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Party treat: champagne jello shots | Fran Berger
There are so many different ways to entertain guests: with mixed drinks, fun appetizers, and tasty finger snacks. This idea is an instant party all by itself: champagne jello shots. It's a little treat that will make a big splash...
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Recipe for a spring time treat—Roasted Asparagus! | Fran Berger
Roasted vegetables are the simplest and tastiest way to make a perfect side dish for any meal. The best vegetables to roast are the ones that are in season and for me, when it’s Spring, that means asparagus.Fran Berger is...
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Peel, Don't Snap! A New Approach to Preparing Asparagus
You’ll enjoy more of your asparagus stems by peeling them. I’ve always loved asparagus and artichokes. They remind me that spring is coming. But they also bring back so many great food memories because there are so many ways...
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