tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post3678086520374273451..comments2024-03-29T04:13:33.018-05:00Comments on MARTHA MOMENTS: Martha Stewart Living: 2011 In ReviewANDREW RITCHIEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07527048900781045398noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-12418488666856942452012-01-11T15:32:11.330-05:002012-01-11T15:32:11.330-05:00Maya, I actually liked Kevin's feature because...Maya, I actually liked Kevin's feature because I think it provided a less-intimidating alternative to all that Martha excellence. The point was that you could still have a wonderful party without the focus being on homemade food: you don't have to cook to entertain. It took a lot of pressure off people like me, who actually don't cook! Kevin served his favourites. There was more honesty in that than slaving away on complicated recipes he was not sure he would work out. The way he presented it was gorgeous, also. I'm not a big fan of potato chips, but seeing them in that gorgeous bowl really made me want a handful!ANDREW RITCHIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07527048900781045398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-70809980913755135242012-01-11T13:50:53.218-05:002012-01-11T13:50:53.218-05:00the june 2011 is also one of my favorites.
the o...the june 2011 is also one of my favorites. <br /><br />the only thing i didn't like about it, though, was the Instant Entertaining feature about Kevin Sharkey's party, in which he served store-bought potato chips, takeout pizza, and a whole tub of store-bought ice cream turned inside out.<br /><br />personally, i found this feature to be contradictory to the entire MSLO philosophy about really treating your guests to the best. sparkly silver serveware just doesn't cut it, and if kevin can't/doesn't like to cook, the editors should have probably focused on his better skills (decorating and such) instead of showcasing a whole bunch of mediocre, overpriced semi-catered nosh. just my 2 cents :)mayahttp://www.bazekalim.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-10339491050850071722012-01-07T15:33:34.086-05:002012-01-07T15:33:34.086-05:00The digital issues are amazing and I have to see i...The digital issues are amazing and I have to see in print and digital – the chocolate story was one of my favorites also! It was just stunning!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-38638165765052643202011-12-23T10:59:23.186-05:002011-12-23T10:59:23.186-05:00Thank you, Rowaida! You're too sweet. Happy Ho...Thank you, Rowaida! You're too sweet. Happy Holidays to you as well and a very Happy New Year!ANDREW RITCHIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07527048900781045398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-86327321721292674732011-12-19T10:02:08.666-05:002011-12-19T10:02:08.666-05:00Hi Andrew I always look forward to your interestin...Hi Andrew I always look forward to your interesting and amazing posts this one is really wonderful. I received my signed copy of Martha's new book 2 days before my birthday 17th Dec and it was a wonderful gift. Martha is really wonderful and an inspiration to many people around the world. It is a wish of mine to meet her one day. I want to wish you all the best and success in 2012. Keep up your wonderful posts Andrew. Thank you!<br />Happy Holidays and Best Wishes<br />Rowaida FlayhanRowaidahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03204354226986835316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-8469512901086881202011-12-19T03:58:12.419-05:002011-12-19T03:58:12.419-05:00Just like Jason I love your review of this years m...Just like Jason I love your review of this years magazines. I think you are right, the summer issues really were great, but I think November and December were my favourites. Pilar has certainly brought more of a family element back to the magazine and I like it even more than I have done. Last year was a let down. The article on icings was fantastic, and the photography was beautiful. <br /><br />A great round up Andrew. I am sure that 'Martha's Moment' came about because of your blog. I can't wait to see the January issue and the return of Martha's calendar, I was certainly one of those who didn't like the calendar which was featured this year.Pruhttp://perfectingpru.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-16600939670983053272011-12-18T23:09:44.776-05:002011-12-18T23:09:44.776-05:00Yes, Jason, I really need an iPad!Yes, Jason, I really need an iPad!ANDREW RITCHIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07527048900781045398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23768882.post-47588443405957674652011-12-18T22:06:49.065-05:002011-12-18T22:06:49.065-05:00Andrew, I always look forward to your "Year i...Andrew, I always look forward to your "Year in Review" posts. Your comments often reflect my own thoughts on various issues.<br /><br />I generally find the December issue to be the most inspiring. It usually sets the tone for my entire Christmas Holiday. However, this year was a bit of a disappointment. <br /><br />Many of the images and ideas were beautiful and well thought out, but something was seriously lacking. The entire issue felt a bit generic, reminiscent of the summer issues with wreaths and lights replacing seashells and tomatoes. <br /><br />While I still subscribe to the magazine in print, the digital issues for the iPad are something to behold. October, with it's wonderful videos and extra content set the bar a bit higher. January hasn't let me down either, the animated, musical cover and the video knitting tutorials are spectacular. <br /><br />JasonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com