The countdown is on for Thanksgiving! It’s T minus 6. Christmas is only thirty-eight days away and forty-five days until NYE! Ready or not, 2023 is quickly drawing to a close, with 2024 within sight. I love all things holidays, but if you need a few self-care tips to avoid holiday stress, check out my YouTube video.
But back to Thanksgiving, my all-time favorite holiday! Give me all the mashed potatoes, turkey, gravy, and cranberry sauce! Then I’ll drop into a food coma and watch football all evening long. Today, I’m sharing my Thanksgiving tablescape. Kelly whipped up the best, and I mean the best appetizer - Baked Fontinea with Carmelized Onions. I did fall into a food coma after eating my share of today’s appetizer. Of course, we whipped up a yummy cocktail, and my best bud is by my side to kick off the weekend.
Today we are setting the Thanksgiving Table
Our outfits are shoppable via text and image widgets
We are making a holiday appetizer and a fresh twist on a martini
(J.Crew)
When in doubt, a sweater and jeans combo always works. Right?! And since I never met a stripe, I didn’t like. I added this striped cotton turtleneck (it’s on sale) from J.Crew to my closet. It’s a great weight and looks fabulous with cuffed jeans (old, similar here and here). A pair of classic ballet flats are always a go-to shoe solution of mine, and I love these Chanel dupes.
Beth’s Outfit: Striped Turtleneck | Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans (old, similar here and here). | Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Kelly’s Outfit: Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest | Similar Superwide-Leg Jeans | Similar Style Ballet Flat | Similar Color Ballet Flat
Beth’s Outfit: Striped Turtleneck | Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans (old, similar here and here). | Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Kelly’s Outfit: Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest | Similar Superwide-Leg Jeans | Similar Style Ballet Flat | Similar Color Ballet Flat
(Madewell)
This taupe-color Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest from Madewell is a great neutral top that adds just a little bit of sparkle. Our Thanksgivings are generally pretty casual, so jeans are a comfortable choice for bottoms. I have had superwide-leg jeans on repeat all fall. These are mostly sold out, so I found a similar version.
Beth’s Outfit: Striped Turtleneck | Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans (old, similar here and here). | Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Kelly’s Outfit: Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest | Similar Superwide-Leg Jeans | Similar Style Ballet Flat | Similar Color Ballet Flat
The Vesper definitely packs a punch, but it's also light and refreshing – especially with a heavy Thanksgiving meal. If you're a martini fan, this is a great twist on the classic.
Makes 2 Cocktails
3 oz. Gin
2 oz. Vodka
1 oz. Lillet Blanc
Lemon Peel, for garnish
Stir gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc in an ice-filled mixing glass until very cold, about 30 seconds. Strain the cocktail into a martini or coupe glass.
Using a small serrated knife, remove a 1″ strip of peel from the lemon, twist over the drink to express oils, and discard. Garnish with a lemon twist.
This a super easy appetizer for the holidays. and it's a crowd-pleaser! The fontina is nutty and savory, with fresh herbs, sweet caramelized onions, and fig jam.
Serves 4-6
3 tbsp. Olive Oil
1/2 Large Yellow Onion, sliced thinly
12 oz. Fontina Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 Garlic Cloves, minced
1/2 tbsp. Fresh Thyme leaves, plus more to garnish
1/2 tbsp. Fresh Rosemary leaves, plus more to garnish
2 oz. Fig Jam
1 Baguette, sliced into rounds
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook for 10 minutes. Add a pinch of kosher salt and continue cooking for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally and adjusting the heat to avoid burning. When caramelized, remove from heat.
Place an oven rack in the upper third of the oven, about 6 inches from the broiler. Heat the broiler on high.
Place the Fontina cubes in an 8-inch cast iron skillet. Add the remaining two tablespoons of olive oil, garlic, thyme and rosemary.
Broil for 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Remove from the oven and top with caramelized onions and a dollop of fig jam. Sprinkle with more rosemary and thyme to garnish. Serve hot, with bread.
Oscar, Kelly, and I wish you a lovely weekend!
Beth’s Outfit: Striped Turtleneck | Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans (old, similar here and here). | Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Kelly’s Outfit: Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest | Similar Superwide-Leg Jeans | Similar Style Ballet Flat | Similar Color Ballet Flat
Beth’s Outfit: Striped Turtleneck | Cuffed Wide-Leg Jeans (old, similar here and here). | Cap-Toe Ballet Flats
Kelly’s Outfit: Sequin-Embellished Sweater Vest | Similar Superwide-Leg Jeans | Similar Style Ballet Flat | Similar Color Ballet Flat
Yesterday, I shared how to wear neutrals this holiday season. Click the title or image below to read the article.
Happy Thanksgiving
With many changes we move into the new Year.
Creating new traditions with the old.
Both of you look so good! Kelly you have really embraced this new role!
❤️🍾
Thank you, Beth. Happy Thanksgiving to you too! xo Kelly
Oh, that sequin vest! Please tell me you got the blue one too! Both pairs of jeans are very cute.
Crazy week but THANK YOU for Oscar Fridays! You both look so good! Beth, your outfit is me to a T. Will try your delicious app and cocktail — made your chicken soup again this past weekend!
I hope you had a great weekend!