Food Swap Party

Posted July 5th, 2011 by voodoolily

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Food Swap Party
It can happen to the best of us in the kitchen. You get so into the drama of making something—whether it’s your grandma’s thumbprint cookies or lacto-fermented heirloom peppers you grew yourself—that you forget you don’t need enough to feed 180 people. "Now what?" you might ask yourself. "What am I going to do with 16 pints of homemade ketchup?" Wipe those tears, darling. I've got just the thing: a food swap party. Food swaps are... Read More ›

How to Decorate A Modern Table

Posted July 4th, 2011 by celebrationsathome

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How to Decorate A Modern Table
Creating a beautifully styled table setting when entertaining friends or family is a great way to add special pizzazz to the occasion. Follow just a few simple steps to give your dining table that “wow” factor that makes your guests want to linger for conversation after the meal is complete. It’s all very simple to do once you break it down into layers. Laying Down Your Foundation The idea is to layer each of the tabletop elements while... Read More ›

How to Make Salsa

Posted July 3rd, 2011 by tbspangela

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How to Make Salsa
Skip the prepared salsa. It’s too easy to make your own spicy sauce that everyone will love. If you're looking to learn how to make salsa, the freshest of ingredients are a must. Salsa isn't just tomatoes and onions. If you use your imagination, you can add color to your salsa, find out how to store it and even discover some low calorie dipping essentials your entire family will love if you want to skip the tortilla chips. Some Like It Hot T... Read More ›

American-Style Italian Soda

Posted July 2nd, 2011 by tbspsusan

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American-Style Italian Soda
Every heart beats true 'neath the red, white and blue... George Cohan wrote that many moons ago, but this time of year we all take a page from his lyric notebook and trumpet the colors in creative ways. My 4th of July celebrations include adults and kids, so I wanted a fun little libation we all could slurp with gusto. This is the perfect one to set our flags a-flutter. You astute refreshment experts out there will recognize this as a rasp... Read More ›

Five Perfect Drink Rimmers

Posted July 1st, 2011 by nybarfly

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Five Perfect Drink Rimmers
Sometimes it’s about more than what’s inside the glass. We’re all familiar with the classic margarita, which can be spiced up with some salt on the rim (arriba!). But why stop at the sodium? Pretty much anything that can be ground into a fine powder or small chunks can be used to line the rim of your beverage. Not only does this add to the flavor of the drink, it also really ups the ante in presentation. Think about it: A chocolate martin... Read More ›

DIY 4th of July Décor

Posted June 30th, 2011 by sarahicksmalone

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DIY 4th of July Décor
4th of July is almost here and your backyard bash is right on track. Guest list- check. Food: check. Drinks: check. Decorations: Ummm….not so much. What to do? If you’ve got less than an hour to spare before guests arrive and all of your party budget has somehow disappeared, don’t despair! You can have a stylish, festive table that will wow your guests and keep your stress level low. These ideas utilize basic materials that you will mo... Read More ›

Elderflower Mojito

Posted June 29th, 2011 by michelle.p

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Elderflower Mojito
On one hand, the Mojito cocktail is kind of perfect as-is. On the other hand, we’ve all “been there and done that” with the classic Cuban highball.  At any rate, a little shaking up wouldn’t hurt.  Fruit is a natural, and welcome, addition to the Mojito, but I was looking for something a little more unusual – a little more fun – a little more Summertime in a Glass. I was so pleased to run across this recipe for the Elderflower... Read More ›

Pimp Your Hot Dog

Posted June 28th, 2011 by voodoolily

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Pimp Your Hot Dog
'Tis the season for tube-shaped meats. Sausages and hot dogs get a lot of love in the summertime, and for good reason. They travel well, they take to outdoor cooking like a dream, and they’re delicious. Best of all, since almost every culture in the world has some version of a cylindrical meat (with or without those delicious nitrates), they’re the perfect canvas for a variety of interesting flavors. Hot Toppings I'm a German girl at... Read More ›

Rock Candy Jelly Shooters

Posted June 27th, 2011 by jellyshottestkitchen

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Rock Candy Jelly Shooters
Cocktail on a stick?  You better believe it! It’s no secret  that  we Minnesotans take our “stick food” very seriously (it’s an official obsession, per the Minnesota State Fair Wikipedia page!).    As such, it’s no surprise that I’ve been utterly possessed by these “rock candy” effect gelatin cocktails for some time – ever since I first saw them on the wonderful Baker Royale blog, which featured a dazzling Midori Sour ver... Read More ›

How to Make Limeade

Posted June 26th, 2011 by tbspangela

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How to Make Limeade
Tarter, greener … and surprisingly refreshing. For a fun variation on lemonade, try limeade instead. Limeade is a great alternative to lemonade, and in fact, it's far more popular than lemonade in portions of India and Asia. With a completely unique taste all its own, limeade is a fantastic drink that can help cool you down on a hot summer day. But why buy pre-made limeade mix when you could just as easily make your own? After all, it's quick,... Read More ›