Courtney O'Dell, Author at La Crema

About Courtney O'Dell

Courtney loves to share great wine, good food, and loves to explore far flung places- all while masting an everyday elegant and easy style. Courtney writes the popular creative lifestyle blog Sweet C’s Designs- a site devoted to delicious everyday recipes, home decor, crafts, DIY inspiration, and photography tips.

Rustic Wine Barrel Table DIY

My husband and I recently moved a town over, and have been dying to host a small housewarming party to celebrate our move to his family’s small farmland. We love...
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Shabu Shabu Wine Dinner

I love finding new, delicious ways to get together with friends. A Shabu Shabu dinner party is the perfect fit: it’s fun, interactive, and a great way to get the action...
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Farm-to-Table at Home: Weeknight Dinners

With the season changing, weeknight dinners at home using freshly harvested ingredients are the way to go. Being at home when the air outside is brisk and cooling down, makes it...
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Farm-to-Table at Home: One Pot Risotto

Our final meal of the Farm-to-Table at Home series is a scrumptious easy dinner that is perfect for a weeknight in: a creamy, luxurious one pot risotto with chicken and mushrooms....
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Farm-to-Table Harvest Dinner

Megan from Freckled Italian and Courtney from Sweet C’s Designs share their secrets to a delicious, comforting meal focused on farm-fresh ingredients to celebrate an autumnal bounty and La Crema’s...
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Lemon Garlic Roasted Rack of Lamb

Juicy, flavorful racks of lamb are a stunning addition to any dinner party, and perfect addition to fall inspired meals. We’re updating this classic recipe with a quick, easy take that...
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Perfect Sauteed Mushrooms

Decadently savory and salty, these perfect sautéed mushrooms are a quick and easy side dish that elevates any meal! Great with hearty meats and comforting fall dinners.
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Farm-to-Table Wine Tasting Brunch Party

Simple, elegant entertaining is an acquired skill, but something that I really strive to do more often. There is nothing more beautiful than fresh, farm-to-table fruits and vegetables, and simple...
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Vintage Style Marquee Lights Centerpiece

I recently helped host a beautiful and fun wine tasting brunch party at Richard’s Grove in Windsor, California featuring delicious and easy farm-to-table focused foods that complemented La Crema’s stunning...
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Beachside Dinner Party

Is there anything better than tasting phenomenal wines and eating delicious fresh food while watching the waves crash against a gorgeous beach? We have a four-course menu (and tons of...
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