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Chinese New Year Party: Year of the Dragon!

Posted January 12th, 2012 by sugarandcharm

Ring in the Year of the Dragon with your own Chinese New Year party. Chinese New Year is one of the most important, long-running and festive holidays in China. The Chinese celebrate with two weeks of events and outrageous celebrations — sounds fun! In my home, we like to celebrate holidays like Cinco De Mayo and Chinese New Year by cooking some traditional foods specific to the culture. It’s a great way to teach children about different c... Read More ›

Kid’s Snow Day Party!

Posted January 11th, 2012 by CoutureParties

Oh, no—school’s canceled due to snow!? Now what? When in doubt, throw a party. After all, kids are best behaved when entertained. Here are some ideas to keep this impromptu snow day fun for everyone. Bring in the troops: You’re not the only one whose plans got snowed on when school closed. Share party duty with other families and friends in the neighborhood. In progressive style, give each house a different outside game, an inside ac... Read More ›

Snow Day Ideas for Grown Ups!

Posted January 10th, 2012 by Jackiefo

Whether you’re 4 or 34, everyone loves a good snow day. Who wouldn’t enjoy having a built in excuse to stay snuggled up on the couch watching movies while pigging out on your favorite comfort foods? Keep your eyes on the weather report, and when you see snow hit your Doppler radar, start planning for a fabulous snow day! S’more snow please! Picture this: Snowflakes are falling outside your window and suddenly you get a hankering for... Read More ›

Quick Canelés

Posted January 9th, 2012 by BrokeAssGourmet

Canelés—the tiny cakes originating from the Bordeaux region of France—are unlike any other cake out there. A dark, caramelized exterior encrusts a dense, eggy, rum-infused interior in these magnificent (and addictive) two-bite wonders. They also happen to be hand-holdable and elegant, making them perfect for entertaining. Most recipes require a 3-day process of letting the batter rest to properly remove all air (which helps to elimin... Read More ›

How to Bake Fish

Posted January 8th, 2012 by tbspangela

Learn how to bake fish so its tastes like fresh catch every time. You can cook fish any number of ways, but baking it is an excellent way to retain the subtle distinctions in the flavor and texture of the fish. Fresh fish still tastes fresh baked, and that can't be said for all other cooking methods. Best Cuts for Baking Certain cuts of fish are better for baking than others. Whole fish, thicker fish fillets and fish steaks all take well to ba... Read More ›

Marshmallow Cake-tini

Posted January 7th, 2012 by michelle.p

Infusions are all the rage right now, and with good reason. Recipe Links: Marshmallow Cake-tini & Marshmallow Infused Vodka Chopping up an ingredient and macerating it in some alcohol (usually vodka, because it so seamlessly takes on other flavors) is an excellent way to give a cocktail an impressive, personal twist using far less effort and time -- perfect for entertaining. And what's great about infusing your own spirits is that it can... Read More ›

How to Be Post-Holiday Healthy Without Being a Party Pooper

Posted January 6th, 2012 by SandiArata

Did you make a resolution to get healthy this year? Worried that your resolution will ruin your fun? Fear not. Your future doesn’t have to consist of solo jogs and carrot sticks. And you won’t be forced to choose between your social circuit and your waistline. It is possible to shed those extra holiday pounds and still be a fabulous party guest or hostess! Here are some tips that will save you from completely blowing your diet or exercise... Read More ›

10 Awesome Bloody Mary Tips

Posted January 5th, 2012 by nybarfly

There’s nothing like a Bloody Mary when you really need it (i.e., after imbibing a little too much the night before). But when you’re really wanting that hair of the dog, a bad Bloody will make things even worse. Properly mixing this daytime drink is an artform – there are many ways to make it transcend the typical mix of tomato juice and vodka, but you need to have a strategy to make it truly tasty. Check out these 10 tips to make your Bl... Read More ›

5 Resolution-Worthy Vegetarian and Vegan Appetizers

Posted January 4th, 2012 by voodoolily

Everyone wants the same thing this time of year: to tighten their belts, both literally and figuratively. We want to clean up our diets and get our budgets back in the black after all the holiday indulgence. Whenever I want to accomplish both of these tasks at once, there's no easier way than to go vegetarian. If you don’t practice a meat-free existence all year round, it can be a little daunting to make the switch. But fear not—I have a... Read More ›

Skinny Grapefruit Margarita

Posted January 3rd, 2012 by sugarandcharm

Since it’s January and the start of a new year, we are always thinking about health and trying to lose those extra few pounds gained over the holidays. We also want to lose them without having to give up a social drink here and there. There are many alternatives to the calorie-packed party margaritas, but this Skinny Grapefruit Margarita recipe is definitely one of my favorites. Two important tips when making this margarita: use fresh i... Read More ›