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Will the Children Give Thanks at a Kiddie Table?

LilSugar — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:00:17 -0800

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. Your dishes could be featured on LilSugar!

Do You Buy Discounted Seasonal Candy?

YumSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:45:30 -0800

Do You Purchase Seasonal Kitchen Linens?

partysugar — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:00:15 -0700

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

babysugar — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 06:00:28 -0700

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. Parents who like to keep their local mom and pop businesses afloat may be reconsidering that approach this holiday season when they see Barbies and G.I. Joes at dirt cheap prices. Will the state of the economy affect where you are shopping this holiday season?

Know Your Labor Day Food Factoids?

YumSugar — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:50:27 -0700

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. You may know exactly what you'll be snacking on next Monday, but what tasty tidbits do you know about the holiday weekend's food heritage? Click through our quiz to find out.

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Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Chinese New Year

LilSugar — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:00:01 -0800

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. Teach your tots about this fun and festive holiday with some of our favorite foods, books, clothing, and crafts that recognize the Year of the Ox and help introduce your lil ones to another culture. Source

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Group Therapy: Should I Wait For Him?

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:00:00 -0800

The holidays are both a good time and a bad time for dating. I met a great guy the weekend before Thanksgiving and we totally hit it off. We've been having an amazing time together, but he's going home for the holidays for an entire four weeks! His family is from Nebraska and I live in California. The relationship is far too new for us to even consider discussing long distance. I like him, but wonder if he will still be interested in me when he gets back. Should I wait for him or should I move on - I need a New Year's Eve kiss, after all! Help!

[EDITOR'S NOTE: To be read more GROUP THERAPY, click here or submit your own question here.]

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Miss Selfridge Christmas 2008

FabSugarUK — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 06:00:57 -0700

As it's Friday we've decided to give you a treat in the shape of a sneak preview. Here are a few pieces from the Miss Selfridge Christmas collection which will hit stores between November and December, preparing you for the party season. As there are so many events to glam up for there are plenty of dresses and metallic tones.

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Celebrate Rosh Hashanah With Honey-Glazed Cornish Hens

YumSugar — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:00:33 -0700

L'Shanah Tovah (Happy New Year)! Last night was the beginning of the Rosh Hashanah. During this time of reflection and rejoicing, much of the celebration happens at the dinner table. The evening meal often includes the bounty of the autumn harvest, such as pomegranates, persimmons, and avocados. Honey is also significant during Rosh Hashanah, as it symbolizes the hope for sweet and joyful days in the year ahead. To ring in the Jewish new year, which is observed through Wednesday night, I made honey-glazed Cornish hens. Since Cornish hens are smaller, they can be roasted whole in less time than it takes to make a roasted chicken. To get this holiday recipe, read more.

Honey and Cumin-Glazed Cornish Hens
From Jewish Holiday Feasts by Louise Fiszer and Jeannette Ferrary

Ingredients

Glaze
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons cumin seed, toasted and crushed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 Cornish hens, split in half
Salt and pepper

Directions

Combine glaze ingredients.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Rinse hens and blot dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Using about a third of the glaze, brush both sides of hen halves.
Place, skin side down, on a baking sheet with low sides. Place in oven and roast 10 minutes.
Turn heat down to 375°F, brush hens again with half the remaining glaze and roast 5 minutes.
Turn hens over and roast 10 minutes.
Brush with remaining glaze and roast until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes more. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Serves 8.

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Join Us Today For Park(ing) Day!

YumSugar — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:00:00 -0700

In case you weren't aware, today is Park(ing) Day, a yearly event where businesses and volunteers take the time to construct parks in parking spaces in an effort to make the world a greener place.

We'll be hosting a special taste challenge at CasaSugar's Sweet Spot Park, so stop by between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. today to participate. CasaSugar's Sweet Spot Park will be in downtown San Francisco from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Howard Street between 2nd Street and New Montgomery. In addition to our fun, one lucky winner will be walking away with a $1,000 IKEA gift card courtesy of CasaSugar, and geeksugar will be on hand to show you the latest in solar technology.

Can't make it to our Park(ing) Day celebration? We'll keep you posted with the results of our taste challenge. Are you going to visit any Park(ing) Day parks in your town?

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