Thursday, September 6, 2012

Autumn Lunch on the Porch



                                                            Welcome!
                 I am not usually in the mood for Autumn quite this early but since we had lots of hot sunny days this summer, I find myself looking ahead to Autumn. So come on in and join me for lunch today out on the porch.
I picked some veggies from our garden.

                  And I made a batch of cream of carrot soup-always a nice Autumn choice.
Then I picked some dadlias and hydrangeas.

I used this really old transferware pitcher for a vase.

I am using this pretty transferware today. The only markings on the bottom are Japan.

A gold candle sheds a little light.

We can make ourselves a sandwich.



It is pretty tasty!

Now, I won't send you home without dessert! This peach cobbler is  really good-even if I do say so myself!

Have a little more whipped cream if you like.

I will pour you some more water.

                                                        And a cup of tea.

                                Maybe you would rather sticky date pudding-I think I like it even better then the peach cobbler. but maybe not -let me try them both again!
                                             Which one is your favorite?





Thank you for joining me for an autumn lunch on the porch today. If you would like the recipe for my sticky date pudding which is very easy to make click here.

Today,I am linking to Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps on the Porch.

Also joining The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home. and French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday.

                                           Take care,
                                                        Carolyn
at

37 comments:

  1. jwallsSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    What a quaint post! I enjoyed your tablescape and lunch. I could have stayed with you all afternoon. :)

    ReplyDelete
  2. Judith @ Lavender CottageSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    Hello Carolyn
    As if autumn wasn't my favourite time of year, you have made it more appealing with this lovely lunch.
    I love soups and using veggies from the garden. I had to chuckle at your full apron, that's me too! I have several and wear one any time I'm working in the kitchen and...pack one when we visit family. Grandma and her apron! :-)
    Both desserts look yummy, are we allowed a smidgeon of both?
    Judith

    ReplyDelete
  3. Michele M./ Finch RestSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    What a truly gracious and lovely table you have set for us today, CArolyn.

    Everything is just so perfect - and also delicious looking, yum!

    What beautiful and perfect china for such an transitional period!

    ReplyDelete
  4. AnneSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    Carolyn,
    What a lovely setting!!! Your dishes are beautiful!And it looks like a delicious meal too!
    xx
    Anne

    ReplyDelete
  5. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageSeptember 6, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Sorry I haven't been by in a few days. Company and a death in the family kind of took me by surprise!

    Well, I'm not quite ready for Autumn yet but I must say your post is simply stunning. Gorgeous photos and food! I will have some Sticky Date pudding and a cup of tea, please. It's my favourite!
    Beautiful china too and your soup looks wonderful.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

    ReplyDelete
  6. SarahSeptember 6, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Carolyn, this is an exquisite post. Each image is making me want to sprout wings and fly up to PEI. You have beautiful style in all you do........Sarah

    ReplyDelete
  7. MadeliefSeptember 6, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Dear Carolyn,

    Although I am not ready for autumn yet, I like your posts very much. It has such warm colours. Your home grown vegetables look delicious. So does your soup and other dishes! I wouldn't mind joining you for lunch :-)!

    Have a lovely day!

    Madelief x

    ReplyDelete
  8. DebSeptember 6, 2012 at 3:42 PM

    Holy cat whiskers I could never choose between those two desserts. Both look amazing. I love this post so much. These are all my favorite colours and Fall is welcomed with open arms. Your brown transfer-ware is so beautiful, my favorite of all dishes. I so look forward to more of your Fall tables. What a sweet photo of you pouring water. Deb

    ReplyDelete
  9. BernideenSeptember 6, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I am so lovely this photos! A beautiful table and luncheon.

    ReplyDelete
  10. JanaSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    Hallo Carolyn, your todays post is again very beautifull. Lunch looks very tasty and your china is beautifull.
    Have nice autumn days
    Jana

    ReplyDelete
  11. JanaSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    Hallo Carolyn, your todays post is again very beautifull. Lunch looks very tasty and your china is beautifull.
    Have nice autumn days
    Jana

    ReplyDelete
  12. GinaSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    This is all so lovely I really wish I was joining you for Autumn lunch on the porch!

    ReplyDelete
  13. KathieSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Both desserts please! Everything looks beautiful and yummy!

    ReplyDelete
  14. ElzieSeptember 6, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    I really envy you your lovely summer. Ours have been mostly rainy and cold. Maybe I should have stayed at your place instead, lol?
    Lovely dishes you have there. And the colors are really autumn. I can't say which of the desserts I like most, don't think I've ever tasted any of them.
    Hope you'll have a nice Friday.
    Love Elzie

    ReplyDelete
  15. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRSeptember 6, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    What a beautiful post! Your tablesetting is just divine; and the food looks spectacular!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Judy BiggerstaffSeptember 6, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    So so beautiful. Love, love the tablescape, such beautiful colors. You always have lovely images to share.

    ReplyDelete
  17. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    Magical :D from the food to the beautiful table setting and china. Truly magnificent Lunch..

    ReplyDelete
  18. The Country NestSeptember 6, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    I love how beautiful everything looks...fall is a personal fav of mine. The soup looks so yummy...

    ReplyDelete
  19. DeborahSeptember 6, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    What a delightful visit with you Carolyn!
    Your autumn table is beautiful and your lunch so tasty!
    I love croissants for sandwiches for a treat.
    Yummmm..I think I'd have to try both of those desserts!
    Thank you for inviting me today..the best part was being with you!
    Hugs!

    Deborah xo

    ReplyDelete
  20. Cotton PeonySeptember 6, 2012 at 8:42 PM

    Carolyn,

    After that feast, I'd be snoring on the couch somewhere. Oh yum.

    From the soup to the veggies to the peach cobbler topped with creme' fresh .. snifff.. yep, smells like early autumn up north.

    warm hugs,

    Cotton Peony

    ReplyDelete
  21. All Things Chic 2September 6, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    YUM, your husband is one lucky man...
    Blessings Lori ~

    ReplyDelete
  22. UnknownSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:16 PM

    Oh, So lovely and inviting! :)

    Thank you for sharing. :)

    ~Liz

    ReplyDelete
  23. Two Cottages And TeaSeptember 6, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Beautiful post! Your table is so lovely and the food looks so good! Thanks for the recipe. I'll make the pudding soon, but if I could I'd enjoy some of both your desserts! I'm not ready for autumn, our winters are long with lots of snow and I always miss my flower gardens.
    Blessings,
    Nancy

    ReplyDelete
  24. Marilyn MillerSeptember 7, 2012 at 12:24 AM

    Lovely! I can just imagine sitting there at this lovely table.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Rainbow GathererSeptember 7, 2012 at 4:15 AM

    very elegant!
    I'll be happy if you check out my blog too=)

    ReplyDelete
  26. IsabelC.September 7, 2012 at 5:24 AM

    I wish I was there! Bon Apetit

    ReplyDelete
  27. theromanticroseSeptember 7, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    Che bella la tua tavola autunnale!Che dolci colori e atmosfere calde!E che dolci buoni!Vien voglia di un thè!Saluti,Rosetta

    ReplyDelete
  28. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  29. Rosemary and ThymeSeptember 7, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    How charming and inviting. How lucky your guests are....

    ReplyDelete
  30. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinSeptember 7, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Oh, My! This is just lovely! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from Romantic Home. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/09/make-it-pretty-monday-week-13.html Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

    ReplyDelete
  31. French Charmed ~ ChelleSeptember 7, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    I really wish I could join you. That looks amazing. And you just put that first tinge of excitement for fall in my heart. Thank you! :)

    ReplyDelete
  32. SusanSeptember 7, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  33. SusanSeptember 7, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    Whoops. Sorry. Made an error above.

    Good heavens, Carolyn. That luncheon sounds and looks divine. Just divine.

    Never had date pudding but I like date nut bread.

    Love peach cobbler.

    Now, WHAT, pray tell, is your secret to be able to eat such yummies and stay pencil thin? Is it that you just take teeny tiny portions, or what? Lucky girl! Lucky family! Lucky guests to enjoy all the delicious offerings.

    Take care. Susan

    ReplyDelete
  34. Chubby ChiequeSeptember 8, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    Graciousness Carolyn!

    I am so contented with every lil thing you offered.

    TY so much. Everything is so delish and I need some recipe of your peach gobbler.

    Happy w/end.

    Greetings from a chilly Stockholm,
    /Chie

    ReplyDelete
  35. WendyBeeSeptember 8, 2012 at 12:59 PM

    WoW * wOw * wowie!
    So much work in your staging and cooking and photographing. This would have taken me days.
    Your use of the golden orangey colors is so artistic, and a true celebration of the season. So inspiring!

    ReplyDelete
  36. Katy NoelleSeptember 11, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    This is just GORGEOUS, Carolyn!!! and I'm so hungry, right at the moment and it all looks so tasty and comforting... I just want to zap myself right there, right now!!! (whimper! I think I need to cut this visit short and go and find some food. =/)

    Love to you!

    Thanks for the inspiration! =]

    xxoo

    (famished, now! =P)

    ReplyDelete
  37. The Charm of HomeSeptember 13, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Oh so pretty Carolyn! Love the close ups. Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

    ReplyDelete

Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn