A Table for All Seasons: Ten Favorite Tablescapes

Blue and white china alights upon a graceful outdoor table, with a breadbasket of French pastries awaiting in the background.Awake to a luxuriant sampling evocative of the most charming Parisian pâtisserie. Every sumptuous offering, flaky bite, and mouthwatering crumb served at this sky-blue table extends a sublime welcome to the day. Adorning the setting in the classic blue-and-white colorway found on Mottahedeh’s simple yet charming Cornflower Lace pattern invites French whimsy and romance.

Text Melissa Lester and Leslie Bennett Smith
Photography Stephanie Welbourne Steele
Styling Melissa Sturdivant Smith
Recipe Development Tricia Manzanero
Food Styling Vanessa Rocchio

Taste the delightful baked goods from this Gallic menu by visiting “The French Breadbasket” at victoriamag.com.

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  1. The favourite room in my home is the dining room where all the interaction is! I tend to go for the more formal tablesettings with fine bone china, sterling flatware, crystal, and crisp white embroidered linens. A medium sized floral arrangement, candles, and plenty of sterling items fit for any/all purposes flourish.

    I always strive to have my dining table look akin to something from Downton Abbey – the more English and more formal – the better!

    Casual dining al fresco is far less formal and more themed around the season or given holiday. My terrace is small, but the table seats 4 comfortably and with a small table nearby for hosting food or drinks, it makes for a delightful and comfortable setting for all my friends!

    I hope Victoria will consider making an upcoming “Classics” issue all about tablescapes and dining venues! That would be wonderful !!

    God bless !

    Brandon Hartford
    Te Deum Cottage

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