December 23, 2024

Every year I host a Christmas dessert party for all of my friends and family. I spend the whole week leading up to the party in the kitchen baking all of the delicious desserts! This is truly a labor of love, but it is so much fun to celebrate with everyone each year!

December 3, 2024

I had so much fun pulling together Christmas elements for our master bedroom.  I fell in love with the brown velvet geometric pillows a few years ago.  They were the inspiration for the Christmas design.  Yes, you can incorporate brown and grey into Christmas.  I hope you find this room to be as cozy as […]

November 27, 2024

Both Gina and Stephanie are hosting this year and we can’t wait to celebrate! We wanted to share Gina’s table setting for a little inspiration! The flowers are by the amazing Shelley at Expressions of Love Florist and all of the rentals are by Curated Events. Wishing you all a wonderful Thanksgiving! Links: Turkey Napkin Rings in light […]

November 15, 2024

FILED IN: Eats, Holiday, Lifestyle

Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash with Bacon, Cranberries and Feta Found this recipe on Facebook and it is delicious. It made the cut and is being served for Thanksgiving.  Savory bacon, crunch and sweetness from the nuts and tart cranberries off set by feta cheese is a wonderful combination.  Prep Time:  10 minutes (more […]

December 20, 2022

For those of you who don’t know, Gina is obsessed with Christmas trees! Here are some of the scenes from around her house this holiday season. Her love for decorating her home beautifully extends beyond the holidays, reflecting her keen interest in real estate and houses year-round. If you’re interested in exploring the latest trends […]

November 23, 2022

We are so excited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families. Both Gina and Stephanie are hosting this year! We wanted to share Gina’s table scape for a little inspiration! The flowers are by the amazing Shelley at Expressions of Love Florist and all of the rentals are by Curated Events!

December 23, 2021

My theme for this year was a Vintage Pink and White Christmas. It was a lot of fun sourcing vintage-inspired ornaments with a nostalgic appeal. Of course this effect wouldn’t be complete without a Nutcracker touch which can be found on the personalized dessert tags. We truly missed hosting our friends last year.  Vendors:Rentals: CE […]

December 2, 2021

Our family Thanksgiving was wonderful, and we hope yours was as well! I would like to share a few helpful time-saving tips with you that worked great for me as the hostess: I rented linen and place setting items this year. I was able to pick up rentals the Tuesday before Thanksgiving and returned them […]

November 17, 2021

FILED IN: Eats, Holiday, Lifestyle

This recipe comes originally from Betty Crocker’s Cookbook New and Revised Edition published in 1983. See below to see Gina’s spin on it that is beloved by friends and family! French Apple Pie 9-Inch Pie Pastry for 9-inch Two-Crust Pie*   Pie Filling:3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground […]

November 12, 2021

Beautiful things to add to your decor for hosting a warm and inviting Thanksgiving! Links: Gold Chambray Napkins Velvet Pumpkins Dinner Plates Fall Loaf Pan Forest Fir Taper Candles Fall Wreath Brass Serving Set

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Gina Myers is a North Carolina and Destination Wedding Planner. Based in the Raleigh Durham Area, La Cosa Bella Events provides full planning services, month of services, event design and partial planning. If you desire a North Carolina Planner who has received multiple local awards and international recognition for planning services, contact us today.