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Eddie Zaratsian's Book Launch at Restoration Hardware

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We were honoured and proud to be part of Eddie Book Launch who is a great talented friend of ours and deserves all the success he has had.  Thank  you   Marianne  for always making us looking fabulously fabulous with your photo  art work ! Eddie Zaratsian's book launch was held at Restoration Hardware, The Gallery Beverly Boulevard, in West Hollywood. The extravagant night had more than 500 guests celebrating the release of Zaratsian�s first book, Custom Florals and Lifestyle. Eddie Zaratsian personally signed copies of his book and mingled along with guests, snapping images and discussing the process behind creating the masterfully designed flower arrangements from his new book. Guests enjoyed  hors  d' oeuvres by Good Gracious!, cocktails by Tallarico Vodka, champagne by Moreno BHLV Sparkling Wine and music by the Society Band. Marianne Lozano Photography   captured the most memorable moments of the night. Some of th...

1920's Wedding Inspiration Shoot

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We recently had the wonderful opportunity to collaborate with amazing photographer Jasmine Star and a host of talents for a 1920's wedding inspiration shoot for Brides.com . Designer Lindye Galloway created a divine setting in the already gorgeous and sun-filled Marion Davies House in Malibu. We love the soft gold color scheme, comfortable yet elegant vintage seating and sea-inspired details, like the glittering scallops in the altar backdrop. Fabulous gold scalloped altar backdrop Beautiful and creative seating Adorable tea cart with hors d'oeuvres Potato caviar on heavenly golden tray For the hors d'oeuvres, we chose elegant, classic favorites from the 1920's with a fresh, modern twist. Potato Caviar Curry Chicken Salad Grilled Shrimp on Cucumber Round with Bloody Mary Gelee Lobster Quail Egg on Crostini LOVE Martini Sparkling Rhubarb Fizz Curry chicken salad in champagne coupe and grilled shrimp Lobster quail egg on crostini LOVE Martini (left) and Sparkling Rhubarb ...

Top 10 Foodie Holiday Gifts

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At GG!, we believe it's as much fun to give a foodie gift as to receive one. Foodie gifts are joyful, full of color and flavor, creativity, invention and imagination...and they hold the promise of wonderful meals to be savored and shared with family and friends. Here are a few of the gifts we've added to our holiday lists this year! Himalayan Pink Rock Salt and Custom Grater From the foothills of the Himalayas, this salt gets its pink speckled color from the natural richness derived from iron and other minerals. Natural and pure, it is unrefined with no additives. Packaged with a custom grater to grate fresh at the table. From Sur La Table La Tourangelle Roasted Walnut Oil Add a little something special to your winter dishes, salads, baked goods and vegetable sautes with the rich, roasted flavor of La Tourangelle walnut oil. This French favorite is now handcrafted in California...and it's good for you, too! From Sur La Table   Flora Springs Holiday Helper Red Wine  A...

Food, Fun and Wine!

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At Good Gracious! we LOVE having the opportunity of pairing wine and food.  Our client had an Open House on the 60th floor of a high-rise in Los Angeles and wanted a little something more than networking with music. We decided to create a California Wine Journey for their guests to enjoy, with wines on three floors paired with food in each area.  We had a wine expert available in each area to share added knowledge and enrich the experience. We hope the selections below will inspire you to explore and savor the fresh tastes of the golden state this holiday season. Laird 2010 Pinot Grigio/Carneros Organic cheeses with ciabatta toasts and fig preserve California Organic Artisan Cheeses Cowgirl triple cream Humbold Fog Laird 2010 Pinot Grigio/Carneros Goat milk feta Cabot Clothbound cheddar Fiftyrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2008/Napa Valley served with grilled garlic olive oil ciabatta toasts and fig preserve Mac and Cheese Lobster Martini signature creamy lobster mac and chee...