Setting the Table in the Hamptons with Alex Papachristidis

[@AnnaMaledonPictureBookAuthor]

I'm obsessed with Alex and his table settings. I can't get enough of videos on this topic.

[@quintessenceblg]

We love Alex too! And Alex and I share a passion for setting the table!

[@dominikfranzen8247]

Alex ist meiner Meinung nach einer der Menschen mit exquisitem und außergewöhnlich gutem Geschmack,hab einiges von ihm übernommen, Dankeschön dafür ❤

[@quintessenceblg]

Delighted to read that!! Alex has great taste indeed! Danke fürs Zudchauen.

[@crowquilltarot9008]

Honestly, you guys, at the risk of sounding so corny, I love these videos. It has been an early, unseasonably cold and grey winter in northwestern Michigan - and your videos are inspiring me tremendously. THANK YOU, ALEX - for reminding me to use everything I have. My grandmother taught me that decades ago, and so I just dug her old china out of the basement to mix with my collections. Colorful! She was much more contemporary in the 1950's than I am now, and it looks great together. I'm retired now, living on a fixed income - but I went out in the yard and cut greens from the pines and red berries from the Hawthorn tree to decorate the table...I am going to start entertaining again for the first time in 30-40 years. Keep them coming, please!

[@quintessenceblg]

Susan Steadman Not corny at all - music to our ears! Delighted to offer you some warmth and inspiration!!

[@susannasalk7153]

You go girl! No one styles better than Mother Nature! And no one knows better than our grandmothers about style!

[@laurenl5843]

Gorgeous home. I certainly share his passion for blue and white porcelain. 💙🤍

[@LisaSmith-ic2gr]

I thought i was crazy for collecting beautiful table wear. I'm in heaven watching this episode.

[@kathleenscheinfeld4038]

So much fun! Alex is contagious. He surrounds himself with beauty. Envy his cataloguing of everything. Thanks so much, Susanna and Stacey

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure Kathleen! You would love Alex!! xx

[@marysemichel4702]

Theirs is no word just breathless 😮 love ❤️.

[@quintessenceblg]

Alex sets the most beautiful tables! So glad you enjoyed!

[@mrh8279]

You can tell Alex would be a lovely host...such a thoughtful man. And fun too!

[@quintessenceblg]

Absolutely on all counts!

[@cynthiastewart5171]

I love Alex sooooo much that I watch every video he's featured in over and over! He makes me happy...REALLY, HAPPY!

[@quintessenceblg]

Just The Crust We love Alex too! So happy you enjoyed!

[@AM-dx3js]

That man is so passionate and creative 👍

[@quintessenceblg]

Aleesha Rimotif So true!!

[@dallasfamily3]

This is one of my favorite Quintessence videos I keep in my rotation.-especially after a stressful workday. Alex Papachristidis exudes style and sensibility and is always a joy to watch. TY!

[@quintessenceblg]

Great to hear! And we agree! Hope you've seen our other videos with him!

[@raymondf3670]

Once more a Beautiful home and a cool person Quintessence is one amazing channel

[@quintessenceblg]

Raymond F Thank you so much Raymond!

[@normabadillo3235]

Wow!!!Beautiful 💗Love your collection💕

[@quintessenceblg]

Be sure to check out Alex's tabletop company www.everyday-elegance.com and tell them I (Stacey) sent you!!

[@joannasalvanou5694]

More with this beautiful openhearted person plz, Alex is absolutely right, you have them you use them!!!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Totally agree and this is our third video with Alex - you can check out our Setting the Table with him in NYC and our At Home With video with him at this same house in the Hamptons! Thanks for watching!

[@joannasalvanou5694]

@@quintessenceblg ty so much for letting me know. You are doing a great job, interior design is vital to know all about.

[@sadieizzie]

Another great visit! He always seems so pleasant and personable and I appreciate the fact he says to use your good things. Far too many don't enjoy their favorite items which is such a waste, if not you then who? Thank you for taking us along for the fun!

[@quintessenceblg]

sherrie gibson our pleasure and couldn’t agree more!!

[@danieladeutsch1708]

Watching this episode again and again...there is so much to see, going on in this house. Just stunning!

[@quintessenceblg]

Layers on layers! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@eeerik79]

More more more with Alex! Viewed his lecture at Hillwood a hundred times. Longer episodes please! And much more setting the table episodes. It´s Christmas after all.

[@quintessenceblg]

Erik with a K - We love Alex too! So glad you enjoyed and happy holidays!

[@annjean1943]

Erik with a K , I’m addicted to Alex ‘s Ideas too .

[@kimdechavu4043]

+1

[@janetcorey5102]

YES! We want more time with Alex

[@MargeryHannah]

Happy to see another video with Alex. Love the snail side table and wicker bed at 4:59.

[@quintessenceblg]

Margery Hannah Delighted to heat that and yes, love both those too - my favorite room!

[@cindym6065]

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode! Blue and white is my favorite color combination for dining and, Alex has a beautiful collection of blue and white pieces. The way he combines them with brown is lovely. Romancing everyday items and tasks is a wonderful philosophy.

[@quintessenceblg]

Cindy M Couldn’t agree more! Let’s all remember to enjoy a little everyday elegance!

[@viviancrawford114]

Alex really does a good job on his home. One of the best I've seen.

[@r.mcbride2837]

And here we are again with this lovely man and his lovely house and his lovely things. I could spend days, literally, just roaming around, admiring it all. Amazing taste. So soul-satisfying.

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad you enjoyed! Alex is an inspiration!

[@twistoffate4791]

Loving the cobalt blue dishes in particular, despite all of the other blue and white. I just have a soft spot for all things cobalt (like my kitchen backsplash).

[@quintessenceblg]

I love them too! Alex sells them on his site

[@AM-dx3js]

What a program! Got addicted to the music totally 😍

[@quintessenceblg]

Aleesha Rimotif 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@malgaa3655]

Such a beautiful soul pours out everything that reveals the beauty of his inner most reflections, I love the way he expresses beauty through all shades of blues and not to forget those flowers - oh so heavenly 👼 and lovely 💖

[@quintessenceblg]

We agree!

[@yvonnevelhuco4956]

Always a pleasure watching ur videos

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you - so glad you enjoy!!

[@KitKat24531]

Susanna I adore you! He’s a kind person with excellent taste, it’s beautiful! I’m very impressed with him.

[@quintessenceblg]

Kit Kat1 Alex is a delight! So glad you enjoyed! Stacey (behind the camera)

[@emilymayer5500]

LOVE the "look book" concept. I have a loose "portfolio" of some of the table settings I've created. A great idea, so one doesn't forget what ones has! Mr. Papchristidis, you have a lovely home!

[@quintessenceblg]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ValentinaStJohn-cv6fu]

Oh, he’s the best! How much we appreciate him!🎉🎉

[@Landshark2020]

I could listen to Alex all day! He has the best ideas!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Me too!!

[@leonardogarrido]

That’s a table well presented. Taking the time to pay attention to detail shows how much he cares for his guests.

[@quintessenceblg]

Exactly!! Glad you enjoyed!

[@lizeichner931]

Beautiful! Now that's how you set a table.❤❤❤

[@nehawasnik9623]

On a gloomy winter day when the holidays are over this is a video I will return to. Lovely inspirations

[@philippaproud441]

Ah! The guest bedroom 💗💕💕💐

[@mariedupre7933]

Enjoyed him so much ! Great style , and I agree don’t save your best china or clothing wear and use NOW❤️

[@quintessenceblg]

Absolutely! Glad you enjoyed and agree!

[@danielfredich1530]

I love Alex! I`m a great fan of him since I discovered him through Quintessence! Greetings from Spain!

[@quintessenceblg]

Daniel Fredich We do too and delighted we could introduce you to him!! Love hearing from you in Spain - happy holidays!

[@diannedballard2372]

What gorgeous tables. Thank you for sharing.

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!! Glad you enjoyed!

[@AshMukherjeeOfficial]

I simply adore Alex’s passion and eye. Thorough artist whose medium just happens to be interiors. Too, too divine.

[@quintessenceblg]

Ash Mukherjee Dance Company We do too and couldn’t agree more! Glad you enjoyed!

[@janetcorey5102]

More is more! I think Alex invented the phrase “Go big or go home” He is wonderful crazy! I love him and the way he does everything

[@quintessenceblg]

We do too! So glad you agree!

[@arleentorres4690]

Beautiful show.

[@maearivelus2649]

Love your series in the Hamptons. I'll always watch. You're Amazing.

[@quintessenceblg]

Mae Arivelus Thank you - glad you enjoy!

[@wallacefinearts3331]

Beautiful!!! I love white and blue porcelain! Amazing! Thank you so much!!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Wallace Fine Arts Thank YOU! And blue and white is such a classic!

[@nwoweikupamer]

Another great presentation ,,, I love all your videos ,,, look forward to them ,,,

[@quintessenceblg]

Gloria Haskins Thank you so much Gloria - delighted to hear!

[@janetcorey5102]

Off the charts, wonderful and exciting!

[@quintessenceblg]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@raepatton876]

I love entertaining like that. Having a beautiful table setting is fun and appealing.

[@quintessenceblg]

Totally agree!

[@farah6258]

This is how I like to have my meals daily. And yes, beautiful tableware should be used constantly

[@quintessenceblg]

We agree! Glad you enjoyed!

[@BennettStan]

That house creates a warm and inviting place. Stunning...

[@quintessenceblg]

M Bennett Agreed! Glad you enjoy!

[@ambrosejoseph4843]

If you have it, use it. Love that philosophy.

[@quintessenceblg]

Yes! What's the point of having if you don't use!!

[@moladhdodhia1580]

His Brilliant mind is fascinating to me,loved this,thank you.

[@deborahkilleen4841]

I just so love the bedroom, beautiful very well thought out, "Can I come and stay"

[@AJsGreenThumbLLC]

He is so fabulous and I love his sense of style and flair! Also I can see how well you two enjoy each others spirit! Great fun upload!

[@quintessenceblg]

We agree!

[@marciamorris6626]

Love everything Mr. Papachristidis does. He is a magician, turns everything he does into something magic ! Thank you so much for posting this. Would absolutely love to see his house at Christmas . So good to see darling Teddy again . Blessings and Peace to all !🙏🏻🎄

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you Marcia - we couldn't agree more and adore Teddy!

[@nieda1958]

I love him! So elegant and interesting! I could spend endless house talking to him! Thank you so much for sharing🌹

[@quintessenceblg]

nieda capone So could we! Glad you enjoyed!

[@jean6061]

I smiled throughout the whole video! Alex, you are delightful - thank you for sharing your home with us!

[@quintessenceblg]

Glad you enjoyed it! Alex IS a delight!

[@edwinfickel9039]

Great edition! Beautiful home. Thanks Susanna Salk.

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you - so glad you enjoyed!! - Stacey (behind the camera)

[@marypoppins123]

Please more videos of Alex, I can spend my entire day watching him and getting all these tips💐

[@lanusik1000]

Love love love ❤️

[@quintessenceblg]

👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lanusik1000]

@@quintessenceblg Looking at all this i fall in love with a new dish pattern 🤭 so went to pick it up today. Feels like a Holliday 🤪. Thank you 🙏

[@karenterrell1077]

Another great edition! I love everything! The home is so well appointed. Besides the table settings, I was also looking at and loving the candle holders, cache pots, gueridon table, etc.! And, what a beautiful guest room you stayed in. All so lovely!

[@quintessenceblg]

Every inch of Alex's Hamptons home is thoughtfully and beautifully appointed!

[@jean6061]

Alex's table settings are wonderful - I would imagine his guests want return invitations! Just love the textures and the colors he uses.

[@quintessenceblg]

Totally agree!

[@tigermoon44]

Lovely and enjoyable to watch as usual! Thank you!

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you - glad you enjoyed!

[@Chaseieday7555]

A little bit of an addiction?? My kind of fun too! I want to come and visit one day.

[@rinskeraphael8755]

This man really has a beautiful style 🤩🤩🤩🤗🤗💖💖✨✨

[@jerryphillips8551]

Alex, my favorite color is blue . ...You are my favorite designer . Love the way you set a table and conversation ,it’s priceless !!!

[@vanbramsburcht]

He gave me ideas for the China I inherited, mix and match! I really love his table setting and his house, I’m going to look for some delfts blauw, got inspired .

[@quintessenceblg]

vanbramsburcht Delighted to hear!! Good luck in your Delft search and happy holidays!

[@ladybug7967]

Love it! Thank you for another fantastic episode!

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!!

[@katecrowley1858]

Another amazing video. Alex is a true artist. Thank you for sharing. Kind regards Kate. X

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you Kate!! We love sharing Alex's talents - so glad you enjoyed!

[@kimdechavu4043]

By far his table setting is the best in my opinion 😍

[@MarciaSantos-ox1fk]

Just stunning! Great tips from Alex!

[@quintessenceblg]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jcrane45585]

Wow! Alex has the porcelain collection of my dreams. Royal Copenhagen for 25!!!! Just wow.

[@quintessenceblg]

jcrane45585 Isn’t it marvelous?! And so versatile with the mix and match patterns!

[@lorrainebarrie2700]

I just adore that Alex!! Love it!😘

[@quintessenceblg]

Lorraine Barrie We do too - so glad you enjoyed!!

[@claudetteshock5830]

I just saw this video even though it's a year old. I was looking 4 videos that you made. I love this video. I have to say, I love Alex's collection because I have a similar collection and it's slowly getting bigger and bigger with joy. I also use my collection. I'm happy to see another person that likes the same thing I do. Thank you Alex and thank you Quintessence

[@quintessenceblg]

You are most welcome!! So glad you enjoyed! We also did a Setting the Table video with Alex in New York City you would like!

[@hedvigberrywibskov9726]

Of all the wonderful videos you have done, this is my new favorite!

[@janelee9376]

OMG! Every corner of this house is picture perfect for a magazine! Insane!

[@quintessenceblg]

Glad you like it!

[@ReadingThing]

Love, love, love this!!!!

[@beboplady1542]

What beautiful table settings !!!

[@quintessenceblg]

Bebop Lady Aren’t they?! Alex is so talented! Glad you enjoyed.

[@beboplady1542]

@@quintessenceblg :)

[@Love-rb8nf]

Everything about this video was stimulating conversation what a gem of information was shared in short brief time 👏

[@quintessenceblg]

Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed!!

[@s.russell1856]

I've found my kindred spirit! Love you, Alex.

[@cyan8181]

A rug pad for your placemats! I'm going to direct my friends and family to this video the next time someone tells me I'm extra. lol Susanna, I loved your question at the end about stepping up your tabletop even if you don't have the time, storage, budget or inclination. One of the ways I first started out rounding out my basic white china was to add beautiful salad plates. They're easy to store and can be more affordable so you can change up the look by having several different sets. At 7:45 I love the brass push button light switches in the background. My grandmother has them with a mother of pearl inlay and I've always loved them. Thanks for another wonderful video!

[@quintessenceblg]

K B Thank you! And what a great suggestion. Glad you enjoyed and wishing you a very happy holiday!

[@jessejohnson8991]

K B I love to mix in salad plates too. Much for the same reason. “Space”

[@caligulalonghbottom2629]

I actually don't love main courses on patterened plates, I find it a little distracting. Its odd because I hate anything mundane or modern but I do like white plates or just border patterned plates for entrees. Patterns are great for dessert, bread or salad plates though.

[@lizandre316]

Love...Alex needs his own show

[@wcwright44]

I keep this video in my rotation and in 2022, I’m still taking tips from it. Alex has such great advice for those starting out. I, too, hadn’t looked at salt and peppers as a table accessory but I do now and added a couple of quail and bird sets to go with my botanical and chinoiserie dishes. LOVE these videos!

[@bonniew7736]

I am so excited when I see a new video ... your videos are exquisite and delightful from start to finish ... They inspire me so much! I just started working at Ballard and to my delight I found your book ... I had been in search of it and was so happy to find it when I began working there. Time to watch the video again. I will see at least a dozen new things the second time. He adores blue and white as do I. I also love seeing some animal print infused in his beautiful home. This will sound somewhat stupid, but are the comments coming from you Susanna? Just because I am such a fan of yours:)). And a nerd, apparently. Absolutely beautiful videos, every single one. All of your hard work and energies are so appreciated!!! What a gift to all of us who love home interiors ...

[@susannasalk7153]

Bonnie W yes c’est moi! And I’m thrilled to know how much you love the videos and that you work at one of my favorite places: Ballard!

[@bonniew7736]

Susanna, oh it is so exciting that it is you!! Thank you for responding ... I am just in awe of you and all that you do!! Oh yes, working at Ballard is so much fun ... thank you again. You are amazing🌷.

[@quintessenceblg]

Bonnie W Hi Bonnie - as you can see, we both comment here - the “orange Q” comments are from me (Stacey - behind the camera). So glad you enjoy - wishing you a very happy holiday!

[@susannasalk7153]

Quintessence Stacey weaves the magic all together!!

[@bonniew7736]

Susanna and Stacey, you ladies have truly made my day ... magic is a perfect word for what you do for us!! Wishing you both a very Merry Christmas and a magical and Happy New Year ahead ... thank you so very much!! 💗🎄

[@rosalindhambleton39]

Bonjour Ladies ! Wow, that, to me, is a Quintessence Christmas gift : a new video featuring my fav. decorator. Why ? Because he loves dishes and I think he is the one that set the most gorgeous tables ! This afternoon, I went to a flee market and I came around fantastic bleu glasses ; although I am starting to have not enough space to store all my dishes collection, I bought them ; I am so glad that I did, especially after looking at Alex's beautiful table setting ! Anyway, a great day at the flee market ending with my fav. You Tube channel presentation !! Thank you for this gift and, to you dear ladies, I am sending my best wishes from Québec city - Canada, for a very Merry Christmas, a successful and Happy New Year 2019 ! - Rosalind-

[@quintessenceblg]

Rosalind Hambleton Thank you so very much Rosalind! Wishing you a very Merry and enjoy your new finds!!

[@susannasalk7153]

Rosalind Hambleton so glad you were inspired!!

[@cyan8181]

That's my idea of a perfect day!

[@trishwhetzel2061]

What amazing patterns. I could only dream to be invited to a dinner party like that. Thank you 😊

[@quintessenceblg]

Our pleasure!

[@sriandayani5726]

Thank you Alex.. thank you Susan... so inspiring🙇‍♂️

[@quintessenceblg]

Sri Andayani So glad you enjoyed! - Stacey (behind the camera)

[@Fabby47]

My goodness! Everything is amazing. So many details and all the blue and white dishes. Who is this person ? Looks like he’s very wealthy. Anyway, I just created a beaut setting in blue and white Onion Hutschenreuther.

[@ladydior-oo3gi]

Hi susana please do not stop filming these videos it’s Amazing and inspiring ❤️ Love how the people you interviews are so talented and have many Talents and hobbies fills there time we want more 😍😍😍

[@quintessenceblg]

We obviously aren't filming now but happily have a deep inventory of episodes that we will be bringing you every month. As soon as we can get back out there, we will resume filming!

[@alexajones2593]

Love this guy! Love his home! Love his China patterns!

[@quintessenceblg]

We do too!!

[@rebekkad.2092]

I love the fire crackling in the background as you talk!

[@anamariahernandez6072]

Hermoso tu programa Susanna, genial la realización descontracturada y simple. ¡Felicitaciones!, Carlos.

[@quintessenceblg]

Ana Maria Hernandez 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@blairwoolverton397]

Alex, get your won channel!!! you are so enjoyable and enthusiastic and adorable

[@quintessenceblg]

Isn’t he fun?! We have done three videos with him and I kicked off his latest book tour when I spoke with him at the keynote luncheon for Nantucket by Design!

[@willmacdesign]

What a lovely early Christmas present! I admire Alex's style and collections so much and that he uses everything all the time is wonderful ... I myself used some terrific Crown Derby this afternoon for a salami sandwich, no joke! Great and inspiring video...loved every minute !! xo W

[@quintessenceblg]

will mac Thank you Will!!! And always look forward to your comments - I’m sure the Crown Derby enhances your enjoyment of your sandwich! Happy holidays to you!

[@mariecuillier8788]

Beautiful! Blue and white china is my favorite! Love, love, love! :-)

[@624LC]

That little dog! Makes the video even more delightful!

[@elizabethperry3458]

Alex, my lovely Greek fellow!! Setting a table is a pure joy of self expression!! As a fellow Greek I wonder if it is a cultural thing? You know that cooking greek cuisine is a time consuming act of theatre and love. I am a Greek fisherman's daughter from Destin Florida and I possess 28 sets of china. You may ask why? Well it is self expression in the truist form!! You must have a table worthy of the wondergul food.!#!#

[@rozchristopherson648]

First time I've heard it called a "salt and pepper shaker" addiction. But it's so true. I also have the addiction. I'm pretty sure I inherited my addiction from my grandmother. LOL She had many beautiful salt and pepper shakers.

[@quintessenceblg]

🤣🤣🤣

[@milaalaniva775]

These are just the best!

[@DBKQN]

OMG I love you! I love a great table. I will be watching more because this has become my crazy hobby. Keep posting!

[@quintessenceblg]

More to come!

[@bhs3871]

😍😍😍love the elegance!

[@quintessenceblg]

We do too!!

[@d.h.9278]

Bravo! So enjoyed this and all of your videos, you and your guests are a joy to my heart!!! Happy Holidays to you all!

[@quintessenceblg]

D. H. Thank you so much and a very happy holiday to you as well!

[@christineribone9351]

This is the second time i've enjoyed watching this video of George P. his beautiful home is so warm, welcoming, and elegant. Wow, that bedroom that you stayed in looked luxurious and comforting on a cold winter night. How lucky were you, MS. Goldilocks! The table setting was perfection as always. Mr. P. Has quite a wonderful life! The closing scene having the talk by the fireplace was cozy and intimate, it really gave us the sense of winter. I imagined the smell of wood burning and the comforting heat of the fireplace. There was a slight technical problem that was bothersome, the crackling of the burning wood drowned out GP's voice. But these are probably one time takes and you had to go with it. Otherwise this was a beautiful video that you presented. Thank you for sharing!

[@pamelahollingsworth1679]

Love this one! That guest room is exquisite! I purchased Thomas O'Brien's Library House after watching the last video you posted. Have loved reading about Alex's extended family. ❤️

[@quintessenceblg]

Pamela Hollingsworth Thank you Pamela and hope you are enjoying the book!