11 Iconic Frozen Treats to Make at Home


Updated 05/24/12 3:49 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Homemade Iconic Popsicles, Ice Cream Sandwiches, Novelties

Warm weather is here, and with it, the inevitable cravings for ice cream and other frozen treats. Sure, a scoop of organic sorbet could do the trick, but sometimes nothing beats a bite of chilly nostalgia best enjoyed on sweltering days at the community pool. If the tinkling tunes of the ice cream truck don't grace your neighborhood nearly enough, we've rounded up 11 iconic frozen novelties that Read more

Let's Be Social: This Week's Best Celebrity Snaps From Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook


Updated 05/03/12 2:13 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Pictures of Celebrities and Models on Twitter May 3, 2012

It was another chic week of social media snaps from our favorite celebrities, and this time around, we got a glimpse of a glamorous gala, food-related feasts, and some model mayhem. Stars like Rachel Zoe and Kerry Washington glammed it up for the White House Correspondents' Dinner, while Jessica Alba celebrated her birthday with dessert. Chrissy Teigen was busy boiling shrimp, Alessandra Ambrosio Read more

9 Hostess Treats to Make at Home


Updated 04/20/12 2:24 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Homemade Hostess Brand Recipes in Case of Bankruptcy

Fans of nostalgic packaged sweet treats may be racing to stock up with the news that Hostess Brands may fold, but we have a different approach: making our own! Several enterprising chefs have re-created their favorite nostalgic treats which look even better than the original. And an added bonus? Those preservatives that will keep those Hostess treats (and possibly your gastrointestinal tract) Read more

A Sweet Lullaby-Inspired Baby Shower


Updated 04/14/12 8:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lullaby Baby Shower

Lullabies may be designed to send your baby off to dream land, but this shower is anything but sleepy. Created by Christine of Pure Joy Events for her sister and brother-in-law, the party was inspired by a vintage lamb planter the dad-to-be's father gave to his mom the day he was born, along with a Cuban lullaby his mom sang to him when he was a baby. A sleigh-crib dessert table, Cuban desserts Read more

Healthy Desserts For Valentine's Day


Updated 02/07/12 6:11 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Healthy Valentine's Day Desserts

It's fun to dress up and dine fancy for Valentine's Day, but sometimes I appreciate a romantic dinner at home. And no matter if you're going 4-star or dining at home, a tasty Valentine's meal doesn't have to be high calorie, and that includes dessert. Here are five delicious healthy dessert alternatives to share with your sweet Valentine! Source: Flickr User David Blaine Read more

A Pretty Floral Fourth Birthday Party!


Updated 03/13/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Pink Floral Kids Birthday Party

Spring is just around the corner, and if yours (like mine) involves a lil girl's birthday party, prepare yourself for some serious inspiration. Florida-based illustrator, stationary designer, and party planner Kori Clark of Paper & Pigtails (cutest name ever!) designed this flower-filled birthday party for her 4-year-old daughter, Charlotte. Full of beautiful details like fabric rosettes, Read more

Sweet and Satisfying Desserts Under 20 Grams of Sugar


Updated 12/08/11 3:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Low-Sugar Dessert Ideas

From sodas to breakfast cereals loaded with more sugar than a Twinkie, sugar — and large amounts of it — can be found in almost every element of the American diet. Sugary foods raise blood sugar levels, but the levels quickly drop, signaling our brains to crave more sugar. Naturally occurring sugars are much healthier choices since they are found in fruit and dairy products, which also Read more

A Blue Ombre Surf First Birthday Brunch


Updated 03/06/12 6:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Surf-Inspired First Birthday Party

We recently showed you a supersweet, totally girlie first birthday bash, but this surf-inspired, all-blue, lil boy's birthday party is just as yummy. Photographer Ashley Rose created this brunch soiree for Crew's first birthday, and we're now loving the idea of a morning party. With fun food stations like cereal and pancake bars (check out all the fun options and toppings!), and a cute drink Read more