One thing I like to do on my spare time (which doesn’t come very often!) is watching movies. When my husband is around, movies we watch are usually something violent, action packed or involves Sylvester Stallone or Clint Eastwood. Sometimes those movies just don’t appeal to me and I’d prefer ones that are more commonly known as “chick flicks.” You know the type… movies that touch on women’s issues, tug at your heart strings and well, make you cry.
Thankfully I have some girlfriends who enjoy those kinds of movies every now and then, so today I invited them over for a Chick Flick Sunday. We watched the classic movie, Steel Magnolias. It’s a great movie starring Dolly Parton, Julia Roberts, Sally Fields, Darryl Hannah, Olympia Dukakis and Shirley MacClaine. This movie is one that involves weddings, pregnancy, motherhood, mother/daughter relationships and the strong friendships between a group of southern women.
As you may know, I can’t have guests over without anything tasty prepared! For this girlfriend gathering, I had a few eats where some were inspired by southern cuisine including (with links to recipes!)…
Great choice. Steel Magnolias is an awesome movie. Looks yummy!
The only thing missing is the red velvet armadillo cake!! 🙂 I LOVE that movie! Wow–the chicken and waffle bites and the cupcake truffles look AMAZING!
This is one of my very favorite movies. Lucky friends!
Ha – I thought I was going to be the first to post about the lack of armadillo cake! Kitchenbelle beat me to it!
Looks great Joelen!
as a true southerner woman i love this post!
I want to relocate to Chicago just so I can attend one of your awesome events! I never get tired of this movie and your accompanying food captures the spirit.
Another great get together idea! Your menu looks awesome. Steel Magnolias is one of my favorites.
that bacon tomato and dill dip looks amazing!
I second the dip! Looks delicious!