Can you believe Thanksgiving is next Thursday? It seems to have really snuck up on me this year. Normally I like to plan ahead but sometimes you just get to busy and time gets away from you. I have shortened my normal timeline from three weeks to one week. Don’t worry you can do it and still have a great Thanksgiving. Hope this helps you with your holiday cooking! One Week Before Thanksgiving Decide who’s coming for Thanksgiving dinner. Make a Thanksgiving menu. Write a grocery list. Clean out your fridge and freezer. Grocery shop for anything that you can get ahead. Take out the turkey to defrost. (It can take up to…

Every year I look forward to the holiday season. I love all the hustle and bustle that comes with the season. Below are gift ideas for your loved ones, whether they are an avid bartender, baker, griller, coffee lover, cook, hostess, wellness guru, travel lover or Francophile.  I hope this list helps you as you do your holiday shopping.  Gifts for the Baker 1. KitchenAid – KSM150PS Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer- Ink Blue $429.99 I love and miss my stand mixer. I can’t wait to replace mine soon. The KitchenAid stand mixer is the most versatile and any baker would be overjoyed to find one on Christmas morning. Buy Today* 2. ZWILLING…

I love the Christmas holidays and shopping for presents. My favorite type of presents to buy are always stocking stuffers. I love searching for something new and fun to give to my family in their stocking. Below is a list of 21 unique cooking stocking stuffers.  1. Stainless Steel Flatware Set Reusable Cutlery Set Travel Utensils Set $12.59 I have been trying to use less disposable cutlery in the past few years. I love the case it comes in and it’s available in five different colors.   Buy Today* 2. Kitchen Grips Deluxe 2-Piece Pan Handle Holder Set $7.95 Lately I have been starting more of my chicken and beef on the stovetop and…

Are you searching for the perfect gift for your loved ones? Are they hard to shop for or seem like they have everything? If so, give them the gift of an experience, in my opinion one of the best gifts you can receive. What is the best experience to gift? Why, cooking classes of course.    By gifting a cooking class gift certificate you are allowing the recipient to pick what they want to learn to make. All of the cooking schools below offer a wide variety of courses that your friends and family can take to learn something new or improve on something they love to do.  1. America’s Test Kitchen Cooking…

Do you struggle to find the perfect gifts for your family and friends? A long time ago I realized some of my favorite gifts to give and receive were books. Over the years I have given many books to my family and friends and they are always well loved.  Cookbooks are a great gift to give to anyone on your list. No matter the persons cooking ability you can always find a cookbook to match. Don’t forget you can also make a gift package by including some kitchen tools and accessories with the cookbook.  Best Cookbooks For Food Network Lovers The Pioneer Woman Cooks Super Easy by Ree Drummond The Pioneer Woman cookbooks…

Advent calendars are a fun way to ring in the Christmas season. They used to be just homemade but now you can find almost anything in an Advent calendar. Food Advent calendars are my favorite. I love all the ones below and can’t to get one for myself! 1. Harry Potter Advent Calendar Give your favorite witch or wizard this Advent calendar with 24 treats including the every flavor beans! Buy Today 2. Whirley Pop 6-Qt. Popcorn Popper & Advent Calendar I love that you get the popcorn popper with this Advent calendar. The calendar itself includes popcorn, seasonings, sweets and more. Buy Today* 3. Godiva Chocolate Advent Calendar Godiva chocolate is one…

I can’t believe it’s already October, Halloween will be here before we even blink.  I have always enjoyed Halloween and especially love a good spooky treat. Easy Halloween treats are my favorite to make. Below are nine fun treats that I found online.  These treats are sure to please those of all ages, plus they are all fairly quick and simple to make.  Photo by Betty Crocker 1. Pumpkin Emoji Cupcakes from Betty Crocker. I love a chocolate fudge cake and these would be so fun to make.  Photo by Country Living/Brian Woodcock 2. Marshmallow Ghost Brownies from Country Living. Brownies are always a great hit at a small or large party. I…

It’s that time of year again, the big Labor Day Sales! Below you will find some of my favorite brands that are having great sales. Check them out to find your next favorite thing for your kitchen whether it’s a new pan, cookbooks, glassware or even new knives. Best Buy Labor Day Sale. Now’s The Time To Pick Up What You’ve Been Looking For. Ends September 6. Click here to save today!* Books A Million Labor Sales Event! Up to 50% off, plus buy 2 get 3rd free! Click here to save today!* Instant Brands Epic Prices this Labor Day! Shop and Save up to 70% off + FREE Shipping on Instant Brands…

Father’s Day is around the corner and we all know our Dad’s love so much but we know they don’t want ties every year. Check out my list of great cookbooks to gift Dad this year and don’t forget to include a gift card for them to get the supplies to cook the great recipes.  For the Dad Who Loves to BBQ Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook By: Rodney Scott & Lolis Eric Elie Buy Today* For the Dad Who Loves Boats The Boat Cookbook: Real Food for Hungry Sailors By: Fiona Sims Buy Today* For the Dad Who Loves Bourbon The Big Book of…

Deciding what to get Mom for Mother’s Day can be hard for a  lot of people. I have always loved giving books of all kinds for holidays and I especially love giving cookbooks. Below I have listed great books for all types of Moms. Don’t forget to order today! For the Mom Who Loves to Bake 100 Cookies: The Baking Book for Every Kitchen, with Classic Cookies, Novel Treats, Brownies, Bars, and More By: Sarah Kieffer Buy Today* For the Mom Who Loves to BBQ Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook By: Rodney Scott & Lolis Eric Elie Buy Today* For the Mom Who Loves to…