Holidays
Holiday recommendations and tips for great holidays year after year.
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21 Cooking Stocking Stuffers
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 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 Lately I have been starting more of my chicken and beef on the stovetop and then moving…
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Cookbook Gift Guide 2021
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…
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9 Food & Drink Advent Calendars
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! SOLD OUT 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. SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 3. Godiva Chocolate Advent Calendar Godiva chocolate…
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9 Fun Halloween Treats
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…
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Labor Day Weekend Sales!
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. Books A Million Labor Sales Event! Up to 50% off, plus buy 2 get 3rd free! Click here to save today!* Mikasa Use code LABORDAY to save up to 35% Off Sitewide. (exclusions apply). Click here to save today!* Sur La Table Labor Day savings are here at Sur La Table! Shop up to 60% off your favorite brands! Click here to save today!* Zwilling…
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My Favorite Birthday Cake
Today is my birthday and I always want to have a cookie cake. I have been known to drive over an hour to get one of the cakes from Great American Cookies, they are the best in my opinion. I know there are other places that sell them but they just don’t taste the same. My birthday last year wasn’t much of a celebration, even though I was living close to my friends for the first time in ten years we couldn’t get together with all of the stay at home orders. Since the malls were closed so was the cookie store, which meant no cookie cake. As long as I can remember…
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5 Tips for A Lovely Valentine’s Day Dinner
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Valentine’s Day is always a great day to make a lovely meal at home and to enjoy the romance without having to fight the crowds at the restaurants. Below are my top 5 tips for a lovely Valentine’s Day dinner – no matter who you are making it for. 1. Plan your meal ahead of time. What are you going to make? I advise you to choose a recipe that doesn’t scare you. Pick something that is a favorite of your date, just make sure you are comfortable with what you are cooking. Trust me when I say this is not the night to experiment with…
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10 Cooking Classes to Gift
Still looking for a great gift for your loved ones? One of the best gifts I have given or received are the gifts of experiences and cooking classes are at the top of my list. This year so many cooking classes have gone from in person to online classes, allowing us access to some amazing classes. Below is a list of some that I have tried and others that are on my list to try soon. 1. Sur La Table Sur La Table has been offering cooking classes for a long time. They are now offering online and in store classes. Online classes start at $29 for a household. In store classes start…
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Cookbook Gift Guide
Cookbooks are a great gift anytime of the year. Do you have trouble figuring out which cookbook to gift? Check out my recommendations below with some of my favorite cookbooks. Best Cookbook for People Who Meal Prep The Pioneer Woman Cooks Dinnertime by Ree Drummond This cookbook has a great section of freezer meals. I find myself making them all the time. I currently have the lasagna roll ups, chili and potato soup in the freezer ready for a quick dinner any night. My favoirtie recipe is the potato soup. Click here to order The Pioneer Woman Cooks Dinnertime today.* Best Cookbook for People Who Want Recipes With Options Half Baked Harvest Super Simple…
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Christmas Wish List
Every year I look forward to the holiday season. I love all the hustle and bustle that comes with the season. All throughout the year I keep a Christmas wish list through Gift Hero. If I see something I would like or for someone that I normally buy for – I add it to my list. By keeping a list all year my Christmas shopping is much easier than starting from scratch. Below you will find my Christmas Wish List with some things I am asking Santa for, some things that I am buying for others and other things that I dream of owning (I’m talking about Cristel cookware). I hope this list…




























