Fresh Recipes for the New Year

Fresh Recipes for the New Year

Posted by on January 6, 2022

The decadent holiday foods are behind us and it’s time to get back on track, right? I don’t know about you, but I sorta let the holiday foods happen, because ya gotta live a little! So now that January has arrived, we must be grateful for what was and plunge into the new year that read more »

Lighten Up: 6 Air Fryer Favorites

Lighten Up: 6 Air Fryer Favorites

Posted by on January 4, 2022

Eating well can be a little overwhelming sometimes. But you know what? It doesn’t have to be all or nothing! Sometimes making a few healthier choices can be as simple as a swap. Case in point: air fryer recipes can be a delicious, feel-good alternative for your favorite deep-fried foods. Seriously, if you have a read more »

Dress It Up

Posted by on December 30, 2021

My family sometimes teases me that i go over the top – using fun printed tissue paper inside holiday gifts, matching cupcake liners to the occasion or getting out the good dishes for a weeknight dinner. But the truth is, i love adding extra little touches to make things special. I want the experience of read more »

No Place Like Gnome: Holiday Sugar Cookie Cups

No Place Like Gnome: Holiday Sugar Cookie Cups

Posted by on December 22, 2021

Love holiday gnomes? These days, it seems like these cute little creatures are everywhere. In fact, they’ve become one of the hottest holiday decorating trends over the past few years. (It really isn’t your imagination. Apparently Google searches for Christmas gnomes have increased 525% since 2015!) But why are gnomes related to the holidays in read more »

Perfect Pairings: Drink Up, Grinches!

Perfect Pairings: Drink Up, Grinches!

Posted by on December 20, 2021

Eat. Drink. Be merry. With the holidays around the corner, there’s no better time for entertaining or enjoying all kinds of festive foods and delicious cocktails with a few friends. But how can you create the perfect pairings for your holiday party when there are so many different flavor combinations to choose from?    Don’t read more »

Chocolate + Caramel = BLISS

Chocolate + Caramel = BLISS

Posted by on December 17, 2021

Remember that old ad slogan, “Two great tastes that taste great together?” Yeah, chocolate and peanut butter are a good combo, but for my money, chocolate and caramel are the true dynamic duo. Although both caramel and chocolate have been popular confections since at least the late 18th century, the first commercial application of the read more »

10 Holiday Appetizers on the Go!

10 Holiday Appetizers on the Go!

Posted by on December 15, 2021

Visiting a few friends for the holidays? Or traveling over the river and through the woods to Grandma’s house? Don’t show up empty-handed!  Bring something simple and delicious to the table, like a fun and festive appetizer. Here are 11 of our favorites for the holidays, along with tips for taking them on the go!10 read more »

Easy Christmas Tree Fruit Pizza

Easy Christmas Tree Fruit Pizza

Posted by on December 7, 2021

If you’re looking for a fun treat to make during the holiday season, try these easy tree-shaped fruit pizzas! Do you remember the turkey fruit pizzas that were such a hit with my family last month? Check out that blog post here > They have been asking me to make MORE fruit pizza ever since read more »

Better Beef Brisket blog post

Better Beef Brisket

Posted by on December 3, 2021

Hanukkah has begun, and many will celebrate with a delicious brisket! But whether you are Jewish or not, brisket is a wonderful treat to celebrate the season for anyone. And by the way, I am not Jewish … so my blog today is based on info from knowledgeable friends and brisket tips from the world read more »

How to Make a Holiday Charcuterie Board

How to Make a Holiday Charcuterie Board

Posted by on November 29, 2021

Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry! When it comes to the holidays, charcuterie boards are the perfect choice for entertaining. Everybody can personalize their own plates with their favorite fruits, meats and cheeses. Those beautiful charcuterie boards can do double-duty as centerpieces on your holiday table. And since they are ready at read more »