Extend a warm welcome
“Entertaining at home is very much a part of French living,” Sharon says. “Usually for dinner, friends arrive around 8:30 p.m. and stay through to the small hours.” Her latest book, My French Country Home: Entertaining through the Seasons, offers inspiration for hosting gatherings throughout the year. From casual riverside picnics to dazzling holiday celebrations, Sharon strives to create an atmosphere of comfort and conviviality. “I gauge the success of an evening,” she says, “by the laughter and lively discussion around the table.”