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Leftover Halloween Candy Cocktail Rimmers

Posted November 5th, 2011 by tbspangela

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Leftover Halloween Candy Cocktail Rimmers
Now that Halloween has come and gone...what is one to do with all that leftover candy? Never fear, happy hour is here! If you have bowls and bowls of leftover candy staring you in the face, don't throw it away! They can make delicious garnishes for some of your favorite cocktails. Here's a few that I paired with a Pumpkin Martini recipe whipped up by our very own Tablespoon blogger, macheesmo. To start, I needed something to make the cand... Read More ›

Cider House Jewels: New Ways to Use Apple Cider

Posted November 4th, 2011 by voodoolily

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Cider House Jewels: New Ways to Use Apple Cider
So you went on an apple-picking party, and got a little carried away with the orchard's cider press. Or maybe the farmer type gets you weak in the knees, and you agreed to more than you can possibly drink, just to buy yourself a little extra eyelash-batting time. Hey, we've all been there. Now you've got a couple of gallons taking up precious space in your fridge. Yes, you can just drink it; every day, at every meal, until it's coming out of you... Read More ›

Top 20 Holiday Party Snacks

Posted November 3rd, 2011 by SandiArata

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Top 20 Holiday Party Snacks
Making a list and checking it twice…a list of seasonal snacks and appetizers that is! The holiday season is upon us, bringing parties, open houses, and gatherings galore. I like to make sure I’m always prepared food-wise for these events, so I have a list of go-to options that are fast, easy, and tasty. These options are perfect for no-fuss appetizers, snacks for last-minutes guests, or hostess gifts when I’m off to a soiree. [colle... Read More ›

Say Cheese! How to Entertain with Fromage

Posted November 2nd, 2011 by Jackiefo

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Say Cheese! How to Entertain with Fromage
Cheese is a food group, right? No? Well, it is in my mind. I’m a total cheese head—and I don’t mean I support the Green Bay Packers. I could easily find a way to involve cheese in all of my daily food choices. Breakfast: Eggs with cheese. Mid-morning snack: string cheese. Lunch: Sandwich with cheese. You get my drift, right? If it weren’t for those pesky calories and that silly old cholesterol issue, I would have cheese every hour on... Read More ›

4 Pumpkin Drinks for Fall

Posted November 1st, 2011 by nybarfly

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4 Pumpkin Drinks for Fall
Add some autumn spice to your life in the form of pumpkin-flavored drinks—which luckily don’t involve a trip to the pumpkin patch. Here are a few options of the alcoholic and non-alcoholic varieties to wet your whistle as the leaves start to change. (And if you still want to go into that field to keep watch for the Great Pumpkin, you should probably pack a thermos.) Pumpkin-Infused Vodka Your local liquor store probably doesn’t stock... Read More ›

Flatbread to “Glam”bread: Artichokes are a Girl’s Best Friend

Posted October 31st, 2011 by BrokeAssGourmet

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Flatbread to “Glam”bread: Artichokes are a Girl’s Best Friend
Marilyn Monroe was a film star, model and internationally-renowned glamour queen. The world was, and still is, in love with her fun, flirtatious and mesmerizing charm. If you're a Marilyn Monroe fan, then there's no doubt you're anxiously awaiting the new bio-pic, My Week with Marilyn, starring the lovely Michelle Williams. But did you also know that she was Castroville, California’s 1947 Miss California Artichoke Queen? That’s right.... Read More ›

How to Make Cupcakes

Posted October 30th, 2011 by tbspangela

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How to Make Cupcakes
Don't let the fancy frosting fool you; learning how to make cupcakes is a snap. Cupcakes can be any kind of sponge cake you wish from regular to red velvet, lemon to chocolate, but the basic process for baking cupcakes is the same for each. The recipe is the same as for a regular cake; the key is in the amount of batter you use, and to keep an eye on your timings. Cupcake Batter and Cups Making sure your batter is light and thoroughly mixe... Read More ›

Creepy-Crawly Spider Cider

Posted October 29th, 2011 by tbspangela

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Creepy-Crawly Spider Cider
Want to make your guests really squirm? Try serving a Creepy-Crawly Spider Cider at your Halloween Bash! One of my favorite Fall drinks is a hot apple cider with a little spiced rum. I love the combo of the spicy rum and cider sweetness. It's even better when you can dress it up for your Halloween festivities and give your guests something to squirm over while they sip. A Creepy-Crawly Spider Cider will make spines tingle for all the right reaso... Read More ›

Black Gumball Cocktail

Posted October 28th, 2011 by michelle.p

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Black Gumball Cocktail
I’ve made no secret of my love for a theme cocktail for entertaining, and that goes double for my ongoing fascination with bubble gum flavored vodka. Halloween, with its focus on parties and, well, candy, is the perfect time for both! The Black Gumball Cocktail is perfect for the ghoulish holiday – confectionary inspired, not too boozy - and, let’s face it - the black Sambuca at the bottom coordinates well with Halloween decorations! ... Read More ›

How to Mix Spooky Cocktails with Dry Ice

Posted October 27th, 2011 by nybarfly

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How to Mix Spooky Cocktails with Dry Ice
Want to turn that standard libation into a spooky beverage that looks like it’s straight out of a mad scientist’s lab? The secret ingredient is dry ice. A chip or two of food-grade dry ice, available online or at many local grocery stores, will get that cocktail smoking and bubbling so much that your guests will start shouting, “It’s alive!” These beverages are perfect for Halloween parties and any other ghoulish gathering that calls f... Read More ›