Holidays
A Nonalcoholic NYE Drink: Ginger Pineapple Sparkling Punch
If you're looking for something to toast the New Year with but aren't a drinker, I've got your solution — this festive ginger pineapple punch. It's sparkly and bubbly like champagne, but you won't end up with a dreaded hangover the next day. It's also not overly sweet, and the ginger gives it such a nice kick, you won't miss the booze.
Are You Indulging in Holiday Treats This Year?
If you've already been to a holiday party this season, you may have come face to face with eggnog, a cookie plate, or lots of fried latkes. It can be hard to resist these delicious treats, especially since the holidays are a time of enjoyment and celebration. While I always try to practice moderation during this decadent time of year, my usually fit friend gives herself a break over the holidays and indulges as much as she wants to — how about you?
Ultimate Oatmeal Cookie: Hazelnut Chocolate Chip
With all of the talk of cookie exchange parties, I couldn't resist making one of my favorites, oatmeal with chocolate chips, hazelnuts and cocoa nibs. I love the texture of oatmeal cookies but can't stand them with raisins so I began experimenting with different additions. It started with only chocolate chips and slowly grew to other ingredients.
Companies Caring This Holiday Season
"It is better to give than to receive" is a lesson mom often tries to teach her wee ones. Some companies are practicing what we preach this holiday season. Mommies can feel good about handing off their hard earned money to these businesses knowing that a percentage (be it small) is going towards philanthropic efforts and helping some less fortunate children have a better and brighter holiday.
Will the Children Give Thanks at a Kiddie Table?
The children's table is a time honored holiday tradition for many families, born from the notion that adults will enjoy more stimulating dinner conversation and space with the children tucked away, and the lil ones will bond with their cousins and other wee folks at their own kiddie table. Will your children enjoy Turkey Day at a tot table?
Share the your holiday recipes for children at The Children's Table group over in the LilSugar Community.
Do You Buy Discounted Seasonal Candy?
Do You Buy Discounted Seasonal Candy?
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Do You Purchase Seasonal Kitchen Linens?
Not only am I a sucker for seasonal candy, but I also can't say no to holiday kitchen linens. From heart-printed dish towels to Halloween aprons to Christmas tablecloths, I love seasonal kitchen linens. How about you?
Target and Wal-Mart Start to Slash Prices on Toys
Shoppers, listen up! The pumpkins are barely ripe for carving and already the mega stores are having price slashing wars. Target and Wal-Mart have made the 2009 holiday toy budget a tad more realistic as they have marked loads of games and dolls down to half-price.
Know Your Labor Day Food Factoids?
Next Monday, Sept. 7, professionals everywhere will take advantage of Labor Day to play hooky, travel, and, of course, eat. Although the holiday originated out of labor disputes, the first Monday in September has become synonymous with many things — not the least of which is a national celebration of food.
Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year
Yesterday marked the beginning of Chinese New Year celebrations around the world. The holiday, which can last up to a month, celebrates the beginning of the new year according to the lunar calendar. The 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac are associated with each year, with the ox assigned to this year.
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