So cute! The fondue forks are for dipping only. Use the plate to place the food and use a regular fork. Maybe when it is family it doesn’t matter, but for a party not so much. 🤣😍😉
@@houseofvalentinaliving put one in the basement for him...although he'd probably spend all day there, but at least you'd always know where to find him.
Forty years ago, my MIL introduced me to their family tradition of Fondue for Christmas Eve dinner. A tradition that was passed down from her parents, she was born and raised in Germany. She serves filet cut into small pieces and dipped into an electric fondue pot filled with hot peanut oil. We use divided wooden plates and have a variety of sauces for dipping our meat into. The fondue fork is very HOT! - and only used for the dipping/cooking. Served with yummy bread, cold cucumber salad and tomato vinaigrette salad. Delicious!
I couldn't leave a comment on your last live show but yes... I'd love to see you and Jack make some simple cocktails, using your lovely barware and glassware! You two are priceless!
Every time I watch your family holiday opening scene in front of the fireplace, I'm struck by the fact that Hailey is your mini-me and Parker is Jack's. And then there's Landon...oh my, that young man is a perfect Greek Adonis! You two made the most gorgeous kids!
Can’t wait to see the garage finished. I’m wondering how many unique decorative touches there’ll be. You’ve inspired me all week with my DIYs. I painted some galvanised bells a dark antique bronze and since I liked your tree’s copper star from 2yrs ago I finally painted my perforated metal star with gold, brown and black. It’s a hanging star not a tree topper but now it fits in with the neutral colour scheme. I also revamped a blue and white vase to be white with texture. I could hear you saying,”Look at the texture you guys!” and jumping up and down with excitement. I think I should name this week V week. It’s been so fun. Thank you.❤
You nail all of your outfits! I just cleaned out my closet because it’s time for updates and you’re making buying new clothes effortless for me. Thanks so much!🖤💜
Great video!!…as always! Love you and Jack and all your content!! I look forward to your videos each and every week…both channels and of course Amazon lives!! You guys should do some TH-cam lives also, that would be fun. I love that you did fondue, that’s always fun, and yummy!! ❤
Valentina, you are stunning! Can't tell at all that you've had children from your figure! It's perfect! I'm a mom of twins and I find your approach to life and fitness to be so inspiring. Thank you!! And happy holidays!!
I LOVE fondue! You need to try a beer based fondue! The Miyoko cheese is my fav for vegan fondue, and as much as I prefer to drink wine over beer, the beer based fondue is the most tasty, I think it’s the hops flavor. Also, the rich colors of your haul today look BEAUTIFUL on you and I can’t wait to order my fav pieces too!
Buy him the chair!! I redid my living room and now my husband wants to get rid of one of the chairs to get a recliner and you know he deserves it , I’m caving in after Christmas. Nice video!
Love this video,the clothes land makeup looked stunning on you,the fondue was a fun idea for dinner or party,and the gift ideas were great,i also love the Christmas inspired intro with the whole family ❤❤😊😊
I thought I seen a fawn print. I like that. I gotta go check that out your friend Gerri. I have to go to Palm Beach Gardens or Boca to find this. I love that fawn print in the stockings. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy holidays to your whole family. I get such great ideas from you. Thank you so very much your friend Gerri.
Personally I think finding designer "look-alikes" is way more fun than having the original. Let's face it... their prices are obsene. Huge profit margins. Why support such insane price points. Days are coming when such opulent luxuries will seem so frivilous. I find classics or even vintage pieces for far less and so much fun!!
I love the shopping and cooking videos. Jack do you have a Sonos surround system if so do you like it. Are you doing a throw blanket segment I enjoy those also.
@ Thanks and thank you and Jack for all the hard work you do in your videos. I look forward to them every time you drop one trying to figure out that Amazon live how I can get notifications but I do know you post on Saturday and Sunday I believe that thank you so much for all your work and wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.
The skirt and turtleneck is stunning on you! But you look great in everything. But I agree about the sheer blouse, it’s the execution on design (not you). Separate note, you two inspire me to start dating again. The way you two support each other is amazing. Thanks for letting us into your home and share in these fun moments. I’m very aware of how much work goes into making all this social media content. Y’all make it look easy.
Good luck with finding your right someone. 0:01 Jack shows us through his actions not to settle for anything less than someone who offers a safe home, conversation, a great sense of humour and love that goes above and beyond every day, and someone to go through the tough times in life with dignity and integrity and to take a risk to live outside your comfort zone. I’m nowhere near ready to date after a nasty marriage but Jack sets the bar for not only guys but for me as well either single or in a relationship. ❤😊
These colors are perfection with your hair and beautiful skin tone! I wear these colors too! They are my all time favorite! You are so right, ditch the pocketed shirt! I love the turtlenecks on you. I love the stud earrings, but I think they are almost too large for your petite frame.
May I ask what brand vegan cheese did you use? The brands really vary in quality and taste. Vio-life has some good ones, in Canada we have a brand called Nuts for Cheese that is good too. We used to get a brand from the UK called Applewood Smoked and it was the best ever. I make alot of my own vegan cheeses, sauces and dips too. I will try your recipe as this sounds fun for the holidays and it's a quick recipe, will add some pickles on the platter too.🎄
My Swiss heart hurts;)!!! You have bought fondue sets for meat fondue! The once for cheese have a enameled cast iron pot….for examole the one from Staub (Williams and Sonoma…google Cheese Fondue Set)
Long time viewer , I love your content, and the joyfull spirit your family have. As a swiss girl I feel I have to give my first comment on the fondue: Your receipt seems fine, but for me the best is the « moitié moitié fondue» = half half fondue that is half gruyère et half vacherin (I am not sure how available it is in the US) but for sure I would not recommend the raclette cheese you used. Raclette cheese is too fat for fondue. Also it looked too thin (got to love some white wine here) normally once you deep the bread it comes out covered in cheese, you don’t see the bread no more. As the process of melting the cheese, it is always an adventure and at one point you think you scewed but then it goes creamy. Secret is not too much heat and keep turning. Hope you try it again!
So cute! The fondue forks are for dipping only. Use the plate to place the food and use a regular fork. Maybe when it is family it doesn’t matter, but for a party not so much. 🤣😍😉
I love how your husband supports you in every single video. Blessings 😊 to you and your family
I love every year howJack goes for the big comfy chair. I still laugh at the huge fur one he was in last year’s trip to CB2.
You’re so right!!!!! That guy loves his comfy chairs!
@@houseofvalentinaliving put one in the basement for him...although he'd probably spend all day there, but at least you'd always know where to find him.
Forty years ago, my MIL introduced me to their family tradition of Fondue for Christmas Eve dinner. A tradition that was passed down from her parents, she was born and raised in Germany. She serves filet cut into small pieces and dipped into an electric fondue pot filled with hot peanut oil. We use divided wooden plates and have a variety of sauces for dipping our meat into. The fondue fork is very HOT! - and only used for the dipping/cooking. Served with yummy bread, cold cucumber salad and tomato vinaigrette salad. Delicious!
I couldn't leave a comment on your last live show but yes... I'd love to see you and Jack make some simple cocktails, using your lovely barware and glassware! You two are priceless!
Every time I watch your family holiday opening scene in front of the fireplace, I'm struck by the fact that Hailey is your mini-me and Parker is Jack's. And then there's Landon...oh my, that young man is a perfect Greek Adonis! You two made the most gorgeous kids!
Thank you so much!!!! We’re so grateful to have them in our life!
I love going "shopping" with you 2. Happy Holidays!
Happy holidays!
i love the new Holiday Intro!!😍😍
Thank you so much!!!
Valentina, I love this new "format" of you over voicing what is to come with little snippets of visual previews... genius! Thank you.
Buenos dias you guys!🦆🦆🦎🦎🦋🦋🦂🦂🌱🌱🪴🪴🌲🌲🌲
This video was a treat! Love the length and content! ❤
I am so glad you enjoyed it!
Get Jack the chair - he deserves it. You treat yourself all the time. - treat him to his chair. 😊
@@ChristyAndre62 I agree - he could have it in his office - which I assume is in the basement.
I agree, Valentina, l love this time of year too. I love the creativity of gift giving. 🥰
Love the new intro to your shows!
Can’t wait to see the garage finished. I’m wondering how many unique decorative touches there’ll be. You’ve inspired me all week with my DIYs. I painted some galvanised bells a dark antique bronze and since I liked your tree’s copper star from 2yrs ago I finally painted my perforated metal star with gold, brown and black. It’s a hanging star not a tree topper but now it fits in with the neutral colour scheme. I also revamped a blue and white vase to be white with texture. I could hear you saying,”Look at the texture you guys!” and jumping up and down with excitement. I think I should name this week V week. It’s been so fun. Thank you.❤
Wow, you really went all out this week with your DIY’s! I love your creativity. You’re a true inspiration!
@ I sincerely, truly, really have you to thank for the inspiration!
Yesss......living vicariously through you because we will never have what you got, keep on being grateful, God Bless you all ❤
You nail all of your outfits! I just cleaned out my closet because it’s time for updates and you’re making buying new clothes effortless for me. Thanks so much!🖤💜
That is so nice of you to say!
Ustedes son una familia hermosa .k dios los bendiga siempre❤
Great video !! My husband is like Jack in the supportive area of fashion and decor. Thankful for that!
I loved thisssss ! ❤ your videos are so well rounded !
Great video!!…as always! Love you and Jack and all your content!! I look forward to your videos each and every week…both channels and of course Amazon lives!! You guys should do some TH-cam lives also, that would be fun. I love that you did fondue, that’s always fun, and yummy!! ❤
Valentina, you are stunning! Can't tell at all that you've had children from your figure! It's perfect! I'm a mom of twins and I find your approach to life and fitness to be so inspiring. Thank you!! And happy holidays!!
You two are amazing
I LOVE fondue! You need to try a beer based fondue! The Miyoko cheese is my fav for vegan fondue, and as much as I prefer to drink wine over beer, the beer based fondue is the most tasty, I think it’s the hops flavor. Also, the rich colors of your haul today look BEAUTIFUL on you and I can’t wait to order my fav pieces too!
Buy him the chair!! I redid my living room and now my husband wants to get rid of one of the chairs to get a recliner and you know he deserves it , I’m caving in after Christmas. Nice video!
Wow,Valentina! The leather skirt looks BEAUTIFUL! great shopping video. ❤
Thank you so much!
Look at him, this is real, I absolutely love this
Love this video,the clothes land makeup looked stunning on you,the fondue was a fun idea for dinner or party,and the gift ideas were great,i also love the Christmas inspired intro with the whole family ❤❤😊😊
We had so much fun filming with the whole crew!
I thought I seen a fawn print. I like that. I gotta go check that out your friend Gerri. I have to go to Palm Beach Gardens or Boca to find this. I love that fawn print in the stockings. Thank you so much for sharing. Happy holidays to your whole family. I get such great ideas from you. Thank you so very much your friend Gerri.
Love everything V/Jack. Blessings!
Your advice in many items is right on ! Thank you!
Love you guys 😂❤
Oh the chocolate one with rice crispy squares that sounds yummy. Thank you for sharing.
I love the skirt. It looks great on you. I really prefer the longer length on you.
Great!!! Thank you both!! I ordered a fondue double set last week ! I'll have chocolate and the cheese for our Christmas party!
OMG, I have never heard V use the word "cute" as much as she just did at Crate & Barrel! (Didn’t know she ever even used that word!)
You always look so beautiful in your dressy outfits!
Personally I think finding designer "look-alikes" is way more fun than having the original. Let's face it... their prices are obsene. Huge profit margins. Why support such insane price points. Days are coming when such opulent luxuries will seem so frivilous. I find classics or even vintage pieces for far less and so much fun!!
Love you both ❤ Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
Perfect video Valentina Merry Christmas from Athens🇬🇷🎄🎄
Wow, thank you so much!!!!
Love the skirt I would only wear it with black so it can have its moment !
Jack “I cut the cheese” hahaha and Valentina didn’t catch on….
Sharing now with my sisters
I love the shopping and cooking videos. Jack do you have a Sonos surround system if so do you like it. Are you doing a throw blanket segment I enjoy those also.
Yes we have Sonos all throughout the house. Jack loves the system and we use it every single day!
@ Thanks and thank you and Jack for all the hard work you do in your videos. I look forward to them every time you drop one trying to figure out that Amazon live how I can get notifications but I do know you post on Saturday and Sunday I believe that thank you so much for all your work and wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas and a happy new year.
This was great guys ~ Thank you for putting this together! You should link the movie night popcorn, too ~ I need several boxes for a gift exchange 😉❤
The skirt and turtleneck is stunning on you! But you look great in everything. But I agree about the sheer blouse, it’s the execution on design (not you). Separate note, you two inspire me to start dating again. The way you two support each other is amazing. Thanks for letting us into your home and share in these fun moments. I’m very aware of how much work goes into making all this social media content. Y’all make it look easy.
Good luck with finding your right someone. 0:01 Jack shows us through his actions not to settle for anything less than someone who offers a safe home, conversation, a great sense of humour and love that goes above and beyond every day, and someone to go through the tough times in life with dignity and integrity and to take a risk to live outside your comfort zone. I’m nowhere near ready to date after a nasty marriage but Jack sets the bar for not only guys but for me as well either single or in a relationship. ❤😊
Wow, thank you so much! We really appreciate the kind words!!!! Good luck with the dating, we’ve got your back and are believing the best for you!
@@houseofvalentinaliving ♥️
@@HappyHarryX5 I found mine 47 years ago, and he's a keeper, obviously.
@ Thank you for the hope! I need it.
These colors are perfection with your hair and beautiful skin tone! I wear these colors too! They are my all time favorite! You are so right, ditch the pocketed shirt! I love the turtlenecks on you. I love the stud earrings, but I think they are almost too large for your petite frame.
What is the white cookware you used on the cooktop? I don’t see that linked up??
Is the fondue set Electric?
May I ask what brand vegan cheese did you use? The brands really vary in quality and taste. Vio-life has some good ones, in Canada we have a brand called Nuts for Cheese that is good too. We used to get a brand from the UK called Applewood Smoked and it was the best ever. I make alot of my own vegan cheeses, sauces and dips too. I will try your recipe as this sounds fun for the holidays and it's a quick recipe, will add some pickles on the platter too.🎄
I saw the “Metropolitan Luxury” book in HomeGoods awhile ago this year for $35 and I grab it so fast. Haven’t seen it again
That’s an awesome price!
Omg I love your taste in clothing 😍
Saludos familia 💕
Hello!!!
I'm curious where you purchased your black clothes hangers....
Greetings from Serbia 😀.
What white wine is that? Sorry, I can't read the label 🥴
My Swiss heart hurts;)!!! You have bought fondue sets for meat fondue! The once for cheese have a enameled cast iron pot….for examole the one from Staub (Williams and Sonoma…google Cheese Fondue Set)
I need a jack in my life.....loved his attitude and ❤ 4 u....
She is Beautiful
chair is the beginning of the end...lmao!!
What size do you have in the robe?
Dear Valentina, "T" is silent when pronauncing Laurent 😉
Thank you. I mispronounce it myself. Maybe when I can afford it I’ll pronounce it right Lol😅
❤❤❤
Todd and Margo
I think a bra with a sheer top isn't elegant. Instead, tube top underneath. A sheer top should be layered properly.
your hands looks so white in the first scene
Long time viewer , I love your content, and the joyfull spirit your family have.
As a swiss girl I feel I have to give my first comment on the fondue:
Your receipt seems fine, but for me the best is the « moitié moitié fondue» = half half fondue that is half gruyère et half vacherin (I am not sure how available it is in the US) but for sure I would not recommend the raclette cheese you used. Raclette cheese is too fat for fondue.
Also it looked too thin (got to love some white wine here) normally once you deep the bread it comes out covered in cheese, you don’t see the bread no more.
As the process of melting the cheese, it is always an adventure and at one point you think you scewed but then it goes creamy. Secret is not too much heat and keep turning.
Hope you try it again!