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Dining Tuscan style, and something BIG!

By Debbiedoo's Team Published: Jun 2, 2011 · Modified: Feb 4, 2025

Good evening everyone!
As I sit here in front of my computer with a green mud mask on, I am thinking of my exciting weekend ahead.
So how about a little Tuscan food tonight?
Oh wait, you want to know what is so exciting right?
I have to put on my Sunday’s best, because I am meeting a very special friend on Friday..a blogging friend whom we go back BB (before blogging). I am going to say it is over two years now since we have first virtually met on HGTV/RMS

 I just kinda sprung it on her last week, that we would be passing her exit on our way down to visit another friend.

Did I mention I cut my own bangs too, and they are mussed up now?
Oh well….that is totally something I would do before any big day.
Lucy, is pretty excited,
and all I have to do is mention go BYE ,BYE in the car and she is running to the door.
She is going to meet a blogging dog too you know.
I know my friend , well enough by now, and she is busy, busy, busy, cleaning, decorating, who knows what she is painting by the time we get there…
Hopefully her Mr. is NOT working too hard. 
It is only us, and we are only there for a short but very sweet visit.
Some of you may already know who it is, as she has mentioned it a time or two already.
Hope you enjoyed the meal!
Here is the recipe.
I did not add the pancetta this time.  I did last time and it was delicious, but even without it, it is.
Can’t wait Kim! See you Friday around noonish!
I have to say I kinda feel like a kid going to the North Pole or something for the first time. The anticipation is killer! In a good way…

Oh and one more thing, there will be a SPECIAL announcement on Friday and I am also very excited about that.  I will be bringing my laptop with me so I can update you more as the details arise.
 YOU WON’T want to miss it!

Joining
Table scape Thursday
No minimalist here Open house party
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Comments

  1. Gina

    June 02, 2011 at 12:52 am

    Ok, you girls are going to have a blast! That's so cool to get to meet a bloggy friend. Have fun!

    Love your photos…they're awesome! I am very ready to sit down to dinner (which looks delicious) at your very inviting table!

    Reply
  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style

    June 02, 2011 at 12:56 am

    I can't wait either. Love your setting and I love that dish. Haven't made it in a while.

    Reply
  3. Vicki

    June 02, 2011 at 12:57 am

    How cool is that!? I can't wait to read more about your visit and see the pictures. Have a safe trip.

    Reply
  4. Shelia

    June 02, 2011 at 1:16 am

    Oh, how fun! Can't wait to hear about all y'all will do!! Tell her hello!
    Your table is beautiful!
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia 😉

    Reply
  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting

    June 02, 2011 at 1:18 am

    Debbie your table and dinner look wonderful!! You lucky ducks I'm jealous(LOL)!! You guys are going to have a blast can't wait to hear all about it:) Martina

    Reply
  6. Glenda/MidSouth

    June 02, 2011 at 1:22 am

    You two have a fun time!

    Reply
  7. Donnie

    June 02, 2011 at 1:24 am

    It's almost 9:30 and I want pasta…lol….Have a fun trip and I'll look forward to reading all about it.

    Reply
  8. Poppy

    June 02, 2011 at 1:29 am

    Have fun with lots of pictures to share… loved the table setting and chicken cacciatora looks deelish!!! thanks for sharing the recipe.~Poppy

    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  9. Marlis

    June 02, 2011 at 1:54 am

    It's always good to meet up with friends. I wish you save travels and lots of fun. Your Chicken Cacciatora is looking quite good. It's my favorite dish! Super lookin table. many blessings, marlis

    Reply
  10. Melissa

    June 02, 2011 at 2:01 am

    A beautiful and absolutely delicious – low cal (for us) meal! Love it.

    Have a good visit.

    Reply
  11. Terry

    June 02, 2011 at 2:12 am

    Mmmm,…now I am definitely hungry and that table setting! It is gorgeous. Have a fabulous time visiting.

    Reply
  12. Terrie

    June 02, 2011 at 2:16 am

    Wow, beautiful setting and looks delicious. The painting of the plates inspires me to do wool felt pictures. Enjoy the great time.

    Reply
  13. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio

    June 02, 2011 at 2:18 am

    I was lucky enough to have Kim come to my blogger brunch and antiquing last October. You are going to love her!!! Hey! Are you swinging by anywhere near Asheville NC?? You could stop here too!

    Reply
  14. Marianne

    June 02, 2011 at 2:20 am

    How exciting…hope you have fun on Friday. And your pasta looks simply delicious….wish I liked to cook!
    Marianne 🙂

    Reply
  15. NanaDiana

    June 02, 2011 at 2:35 am

    Oh-Debbie- How exciting. I think you and Kim will have to raise your hands to take turns talking! lol I'll bet she is just over the moon too. Lord, knowing her she will be out painting the front of her house before you get there to match her petunias! xxoo Diana

    Reply
  16. ReFresh ReStyle

    June 02, 2011 at 2:46 am

    Sounds like a good time! Have fun and this meal looks wonderful!! And your photography is beautiful!
    Debbie

    Reply
  17. Liz

    June 02, 2011 at 3:16 am

    Hi Debbie!
    Oh my gosh, this dish looks SOOOOO good…my mouth was watering. What a fun post. When I saw the word Tuscan I jumped right over…lol! Loved your pictures. Have fun on Friday! XOXO ~Liz

    Reply
  18. All That Glitters

    June 02, 2011 at 3:25 am

    Man that looks good!! Hey woman! You will be passing me on the way to Kim's! On the way home you should stop at Starbucks on exit 90 near the big peach butt lol!!!

    Reply
  19. 1 Funky Woman

    June 02, 2011 at 3:28 am

    Ahhh, lucky you! You are going to have so much fun!

    Boy does that look amazing! I think I can practically smell it!

    Megan

    Reply
  20. Jemsmom

    June 02, 2011 at 3:56 am

    I am so jealous!!! You too will have such a nice time! So will Lucy and Bailey! Love your tablescape and that dish… helloooo sweetheart… come to momma!!!

    Reply
  21. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage

    June 02, 2011 at 3:59 am

    Oh sounds fantastic Debbie!! Can't wait to hear more about you and Kim meeting up~ soo much fun! Love your tablescape too- have a great weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  22. Leslie

    June 02, 2011 at 4:01 am

    HAVE FUN! I jealous.

    Reply
  23. At The Picket Fence

    June 02, 2011 at 4:06 am

    Oh, I am soooo jealous that you are getting to meet each other but also soooo happy for the both of you! Your tablescape is just lovely and I know you gals will have a blast comparing decorating and blogging notes. Be sure to take lots of pics so we can live vicariously through you! 🙂
    Vanessa

    Reply
  24. Kathy

    June 02, 2011 at 4:12 am

    I am so jelous of my two bb (blogger besties) getting together….I sure wish I could be there too. Have fun and give her a hug for me and yourself one too! BTW your dinner looks deeelish!

    Reply
  25. Linda

    June 02, 2011 at 4:17 am

    OH how fun! It is wonderful that you two can meet finally! Take lots of pics!

    Reply
  26. Ricki Jill Treleaven

    June 02, 2011 at 4:27 am

    Hey, Debbie! Just catching-up on your blog. You are going to keep us in suspense, huh!?!?!?

    Reply
  27. Pam - diy Design Fanatic

    June 02, 2011 at 4:55 am

    I love your table Debbie! Have fun with Kim tomorrow!

    Reply
  28. Entertaining Women

    June 02, 2011 at 5:46 am

    I'l be eager to hear about your wonderful visit. Your table is lovely, and I really like the painted bowls…so perfect with the blue place mats. Thank you for sharing your charming design. Cherry Kay

    Reply
  29. Michele Smith

    June 02, 2011 at 6:55 am

    Dinner looks delicious! I haven't eaten that since I lived at home. I may have to make soon!
    Have a wonderfully fun trip!!!

    Reply
  30. Kellie Collis

    June 02, 2011 at 10:29 am

    Gorgeous table setup! Not to mention that your dining table looks wonderful! Have a beautiful day, Kellie xx

    Reply
  31. Lori

    June 02, 2011 at 10:33 am

    YUM! South Beach dieting here. NO bread or pasta, two of my favorites. I could eat that whole loaf of bread by myself.

    Reply
  32. Something Nice and Pretty

    June 02, 2011 at 11:41 am

    Oh, Deb how wonderful to be able to meet up with Kim. I'm so very sure she is doing something special for your visit! Take lots of pictures, can't wait to hear about it too:) Big smile here for both of you♥

    Rondell

    Reply
  33. Pattie

    June 02, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    Debbie, you guys are going to have so much fun I remember when Bonnie and I met last year… From RMS she came up and stayed for four days… after going back and forth on RMS to via emails to the phone and now after four years we are the best of friends your table look great and the pasta looks even better… hope you guys have as much fun as wee did.. have a good day

    pattie

    Reply
  34. Becca

    June 02, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    YUMMY dish and beautiful tablescape! Love all of your blue accents (especially your glasses)! And, how fun you'll get to meet Kim … I know it feels as though you two are old buds. And, you're right, she's probably painting and decorating away in anticipation for your visit! LOL

    Reply
  35. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here

    June 02, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    Hi Debbie, I am so jealous that you are meeting Kim. Your Tuscan table is wonderful and the pasta looks delicious. Have a wonderful time at Kim's and thanks for linking up to my party.
    xo,
    Sherry

    Reply
  36. Daniella

    June 02, 2011 at 2:17 pm

    EEK!!!! How exciting!! I can see why you are so excited!! Have a fabulous time!
    xxDaniella

    and I can't wait to hear you latest surprise!!

    Reply
  37. Melanie

    June 02, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Hope you and Kim have a fun time, Debbie!
    Looking forward to hearing your special announcement too. 🙂

    Reply
  38. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal

    June 02, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    Have a fun visit with Kim! I can't wait to see pictures. The meal looked delicious by the way. Love cacciatora

    Reply
  39. Pam

    June 02, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    That's HUGE. Kim was one of the first bloggers I stalked and is probably how I found you! Have a great time.

    Reply
  40. Designs By Pinky

    June 02, 2011 at 7:50 pm

    How NEAT that you are going to KIM'S!!!!! Tell her we all said HI! I am going to a fellow bloggers tomorrow too!!!!!!! I am SOOOOOOOOO excited. It is Yvonne from Stone Gable!!!!! The QUEEN of tablescapes! I know you will have a blast and I can't wait to see pics from your visit. I bet your bangs look fine;):) XO, Pinky

    Reply
  41. Ms. Bake-it

    June 02, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    You lucky woman! I love Kim's blog. her house is beautiful and I especially love her sun room. Looking forward to hearing about your visit.

    You table looks fabulous! I like your pasta bowls. Cute labels on your pretty cobalt glasses.

    ~ Tracy

    Reply
  42. lvroftiques

    June 02, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    Debbie I'm so excited for you! It's great to meet a blogging friend IRL! I know you two will have a blast!
    I have to tell ya I LOVE your table and chairs!!Such a perfect color! I also see that you have a little French inspiration in the form of the eiffel tower thrown in for good measure *winks* Love that! Vanna

    Reply
  43. Lana K. W. Austin

    June 02, 2011 at 8:30 pm

    You are so funny! I cut my own bangs, too!!!!!
    Have a great time at Kim's….her house is SO VIVID AND WONDERFUL!@!!!!! You two are both just so very sweet!!!!!!

    Hugs/blessings,
    Lana In Italy

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  44. ~Lavender Dreamer~

    June 02, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    I know you will have fun! I got to meet Kim and she's a sweetie! Hopefully I can meet you some day, too! HAVE FUN! ♥

    Reply
  45. ❀ⒹⒺⒺ❀

    June 03, 2011 at 12:44 am

    Oh give me Italian food any day of the week.! Yum

    Your table scape is like and Italian restaurant. Where do I get a reservations?

    Dee

    Reply
  46. Lesley Litrento

    June 03, 2011 at 1:18 am

    I expect to see images of the two of you lounging around that amazing sunroom of Kims. lol 🙂

    Reply
  47. Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads

    June 03, 2011 at 2:30 am

    Can't wait to read about your visit. I could dine at your table anytime. The recipe looks delicious but I wouldn't be able to prepare it at my house. Hubby has a chicken curse-he's allergic to chicken! Yeah, I know, it's weird!

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  48. Sue

    June 03, 2011 at 3:09 pm

    Dinner sure looked good! Have fun on your little visit. Don't say anything bad about me when you're chatting about other bloggers, okay? LOL I have to keep up the illusion about my perfection! hugs, Sue

    Reply
  49. Life in Rehab

    June 03, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    You dare mention Lucy yet offer up no photo???

    I'm sure you gals are going to have a total blast!

    Reply
  50. Mid-Atlantic Martha

    June 04, 2011 at 1:22 am

    Oh have fun! Sounds like a delightful time. Love your wonderful tuscan table (& food!)

    Reply
  51. Liz

    June 04, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    Yum! 🙂

    I thought I was already a follower… but apparently not… 🙁 But I am now!

    Have a great weekend!
    ~Liz

    Reply

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