Little Plate
Little Plate
Bringing Captivating Restaurant Ideas to Your Home
Welcome to Little Plate – an adventure blending home hosting and restaurant revelry! Join me as I discover mouthwatering food, wine, and libations, exciting menu concepts, and creative promotional and marketing tips for restaurants and other hospitality businesses.
About
I’m a Work-from-Home-Mom, and Social Media Manager with a focus on food, beverage, and hospitality. With a background in Event and Marketing Management, my blogging expertise lies in the food and beverage industry. I’m also the founder of Little Social, a platform that helps small businesses grow their social media presence.
Join me in my journey as I balance my role as a mom and a freelancer, and provide valuable insights into the world of food, beverage, and hospitality.
Hosting with a side of intrigue—let's do it!
*Disclosure: This blog contains articles with affiliate products. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Halloween Harvest Grazing Board
In the midst of Halloween's candy overload and with Thanksgiving and Christmas on the horizon, it's a refreshing change to offer something healthy and fun to your guests. Enter our Halloween harvest-inspired grazing board, a delightful spread of seasonal flavors and colors.
The Burning Witch Cocktail
Join us on this mystical journey as we uncover the magic of the Burning Witch Cocktail, blending the smoky campfire whiskey with an eerie twist. As you lift your glass, get ready to embark on a journey where the fiery notes of campfire whiskey ignite your spirit, and the heart of a witch stirs your soul.
13 Halloween Ideas to Haunt Your Bar & Restaurant
It's that time of year when the supernatural stirs and your bar and restaurant have a unique chance to embrace the eerie and enchanting. Whether you're a dedicated Halloween enthusiast or a casual admirer of the season, we've come up with 13 ideas for your establishment with a ghostly charm.
Stone Fruit, Pesto, and Summertime
Discover the joy of stone fruit and elevate your summer dishes with this Stone Fruit Salad with Collard-Peanut Pesto recipe. Explore the vibrant flavors of seasonal produce and learn creative ways to incorporate them into your meals. Craft visually captivating dishes, perfect for any event table or restaurant menu. From the harmonious blend of colors to the easy-to-follow recipe and useful tips, this blog is a celebration of food artistry and the joy of cooking.
Market Your Outdoor Space on Social Media and Stretch Your Content All Summer Long
June's Great Outdoors Month is a fantastic opportunity for bars and restaurants to update outdoor spaces and create a unique dining experience for customers. With recipes and updating suggestions, and how to promote outdoor dining all summer long.
Indulge in the Bold and Delicious Parmesan Espresso Martini - A Recipe to Impress Your Guests
Introducing the Parmesan Espresso Martini, a unique twist on the classic cocktail. This sophisticated drink combines the rich flavors of espresso with the bold, savory notes of Parmesan cheese for a truly unforgettable experience.
From Crushing to Flavorful Bliss: How a Mortar and Pestle Revolutionized My Cooking Journey
In this blog, I will share my experience of using a mortar and pestle and how it has revolutionized my cooking journey. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, incorporating a mortar and pestle into your cooking routine can take your dishes from bland to flavorful bliss.
Double the Deliciousness: Using Ricotta Two Ways in Your Cooking
Ricotta cheese is a versatile ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. Little Plate explores two delicious ways to use ricotta cheese.
St. Paddy’s Day Appetizer Menu
St. Patrick’s Day appetizer menu for home or in the restaurant.
The Irish Buck Cocktail
The Irish Buck Cocktail! Irish Whiskey cocktail just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Check out Little Plate’s video tutorial and cocktail recipe.
Food and Wine Night
Embark on a cooking journey as I, a 40-year-old woman discovered my passion for cooking and reimagine the lost art of hosting dinner parties. Follow my transformation from relying on my husband's cooking to taking on the challenge of creating delicious meals. Learn how I meticulously plan and organize cooking adventures, finding inspiration from Food & Wine Magazine and channeling my event management skills. Join me in the revival of the dinner party tradition, one step at a time, as I aim to bring the joy of dining out into the comfort of my own home.
Food, Drinks, and Little Plates
Discover the origins of Little Plate, a concept rooted in family traditions and the joy of sharing food. Delve into the significance of Little Plate as a symbol of celebration, relaxation, and the enjoyment of snacking and socializing. Join the author in embracing the power of gathering together, where food, drinks, and music create unforgettable experiences and bring out the best in everyone.