Fran Berger: How to pick a rug for your dining room.

Maybe you're moving or maybe you just want to refresh your home decor - it's time for a new rug in the dining room. I have some tips on how to size that rug and make it a great addition...

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Fran Berger: Home Entertaining with Cold Punch

Entertaining guests at your home? Keep your bar plans simple with this fabulous cold fruit punch - sparkling wine, cranberry juice, frozen cranberries, frozen orange slices, and a dash of Cointreau orange liqueur. Visit my website for the complete recipe.

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Fran Berger: Keep the Conversation Going with a Coffee Table Upgrade

Make the centerpiece of your home the center of conversation. Upgrade it with something new that will catch your guest's attention.CREDITSMakeup Artist: Moses SequeiraWardrobe: Elaine Kim (https://elainekim.com/)Frame (https://www.frame-store.com/) Tods (www.tods.com)Banana Republic (www.bananarepublic.com)Set: Crate and Barrel (https://www.crateandbarrel.com/)Kosta Boda (http://www.kostaboda-artgallery.com/)Michael Aram (https://www.michaelaram.com/nsite/iteminfo.aspx?hdid=175750&cid=90)Flameless...

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Fran Berger: A Valentines Day Champagne Beverage

I've got a great drink idea for Valentine's Day - chocolate, raspberry, and champagne! Tell me you're not curious. A great mix idea from The Kitchn.

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Fran Berger: Ingredients for a Great Super Bowl Party

Getting ready for your next Super Bowl party? Check out my favorite recipe for a great Chile con Queso dip that'll be a real hit. #SB52 #franberger #homeentertaining #sophisticatedliving #homecook #restaurateur

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Fran Berger: Kitchen Essentials

Time to clear out all those old beat up kitchen tools. Most of them, you probably don't use anymore anyhow. Here are some tips on how to make this easy. Kitchen essentials! Everyone needs them.CREDITSMakeup Artist: Moses SequieraWardrobe: Frame (https://www.frame-store.com/)...

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Fran Berger: A Bloody Mary Soup

I have a recipe for a hearty "bloody mary soup" that's just the thing for cold weather. And you can have it "virgin" (no alcohol) or spiced up a tad with a shot of my favorite, Chopin vodka.CREDITS:Makeup Artist: Moses...

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Fran Berger: Non-stick cookware sets for the New Year!

Check your cookware and utensils. It might be time for an update. Make sure you have the essentials for your kitchen!=============================CreditsMakeup Artist: Moses SequieraWardrobe: Frame (https://www.frame-store.com/) Tods (www.tods.com)Nili Lotan (https://www.nililotan.com/) Set: All-Clad Metalcrafters (http://www.all-clad.com/)OXO (https://www.oxo.com/) Staub (http://www.staubusa.com/) Music: “Sandwich Bite,”...

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Fran Berger: A Quick Pickle

Who doesn't love pickled veggies? Here's a quick and easy recipe that makes a nice gift for friends and family. With love, straight from your kitchen.

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Fran Berger: It's Christmas present wrapping time!

Tips for wrapping presents from Fran. Make it fun and elegant, but don't forget the essentials!

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Fran Berger: Holiday Stocking Stuffers

Time to rethink the way we use the Christmas stocking stuffer. Fran shows us how to customize each one - just the right "stuff" for the stocking.

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Holiday Favorite: Easy Prosciutto Asparagus Wraps

Finger Food Idea – prosciutto wrapped asparagus – it’s EASY Everyone has a favorite holiday appetizer: finger foods for the Christmas office party, New Year’s party, or any other gathering. After twenty years in the restaurant business, I’ve collected all...

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Fran Berger: Shopping Black Friday - Cyber Monday

Tips for shopping during the best retail deal days of the year: Black Friday through Cyber Monday. Get your pencils out!

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Fran Berger: Holiday Gift Ideas for your Guy

Everyone has those special guys in their lives they want to pamper a bit. Of course you do - it's the holidays! Here are some great gifting ideas.

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Fran Berger: Secrets for a stress free holiday party

The whole reason for having a gathering in the first place is so that everyone has a good time. Even the host.

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Fran Berger: A Healthier Drink for the Holidays

The question comes up more often than you think: what's the healthier drink? Well, of course there are always healthier options.

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Fran Berger: Halloween Decor Elegance

What better way to show some style than to host your own elegant Halloween party. You'll be surprised how easy it is!

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Fran Berger: Kitchen Hack for Potatoes!

The holidays are coming. Who doesn't have potatoes (in one form or another) on the menu? Fran has some great hacks that'll make the prep work so much easier!

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Fran Berger: Tips on Tipping for Travel

If you travel as much as Fran, you pick up on ways to help make your trip as fabulous as possible. Did you know that tipping right - especially here in the U.S. - is the best way to get...

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Fran Berger: Prepare for the Holidays

The holidays are right around the corner. It's time to get your home ready for entertaining friends and family.

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