Mardi Gras Magic in Your Kitchen! đđŠ Guess whoâs crashing your inbox like a runaway parade float? Itâs me, your favorite grub wrangler, here to declare: Carnival season has officially kicked off (Twelfth Night was January 6th, yâall!), and Fat Tuesday is sneaking up faster than a bead thief on Bourbon Streetâmark your calendars for February 17, 2026! (Ok that's a little cheesy, even for me right?, HAHA sorry but it was fun). This year, the partyâs coming early, so no excuses for skimping on...
10 days ago â˘Â 4 min read
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Welcome to Januaryâthe dawn of a brand-new year filled with crisp winter air, sparkling snowfalls, and the invigorating promise of fresh beginnings! As the calendar turns, it's the perfect time to embrace the magic of the season and set intentions that light up your soul. Start by printing out our January Bucket List or crafting your very own...
15 days ago â˘Â 3 min read
Welcome to Januaryâthe dawn of a brand-new year filled with crisp winter air, sparkling snowfalls, and the invigorating promise of fresh beginnings! As the calendar turns, it's the perfect time to embrace the magic of the season and set intentions that light up your soul. Start by printing out our January Bucket List or crafting your very own personalized one. Imagine curling up with a captivating book by a crackling fire, wrapped in a soft blanket with a steaming mug in hand... Don't forget...
16 days ago â˘Â 2 min read
Cozy New Yearâs Eve at Home Here are cozy, fun, and meaningful ways to celebrate New Year's Eve at homeâperfect for couples, families, or small gatherings. 1. Host a Themed Dinner Party -Cook a special multi-course meal together (e.g., fondue, tapas, or any finger food) or a "best of 2025" menu recreating favorite dishes from the year). 2. Dress up in fancy clothes or fun costumesâeven if you're just eating on the couch. Set a beautiful table with candles, fairy lights, and a "2026"...
24 days ago â˘Â 4 min read
Make Christmas morning magical with easy yet festive breakfasts that bring everyone to the tableâthink savory Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Scones, an overnight Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Spinach, or a hearty Breakfast Casserole with Hash Browns and Ham. Not to mention the sweet options, like adorable Mini Nutella Pancake Stacks or fun Banana Pancake Dippers served with fresh fruit. And of course, no holiday season is complete without baking batches of classic Christmas cookies! From...
about 1 month ago â˘Â 4 min read
âBites, Brews, and Buildsâ is the joyful Christmas whirlwind youâll wish youâd signed up for sooner: the kitchen is wrapped in the cozy perfume of cinnamon, warm sugar, and pure holiday magic as the oven cheerfully churns out cookie after cookie faster than Santaâs elves on a sugar high! The counter is a full-on bar of Spiked Hot Cocoa (heavy on the spike), Mulled Wine that could strip paint, and Makers Mark Hot Apple Cider that turn even the tone-deaf into George Strait impersonators....
about 1 month ago â˘Â 5 min read
December sparkles with joyful traditions as Christmas approaches. Kick off the month by choosing a fragrant evergreen and adorning it with twinkling lights, treasured ornaments, and a radiant star on top. Fill your home with the scent of freshly baked Christmas cookies, craft a few heartfelt cards or wreaths to share, then bundle up for a drive through neighborhoods shimmering with lights. Sip hot cocoa at a Christmas market or bazaar while shopping for gifts and Christmas treats. Wrap gifts...
about 2 months ago â˘Â 5 min read
Enjoying Thanksgiving leftovers is a quiet delight that stretches the holidayâs magic. We enjoy juicy turkey slices tucked into soft bread sandwiches with a blob of dressing and a swipe of cranberry sauce. Did you know that cold pumpkin pie, eaten straight from the fridge, tastes even better the next day? Yep! Mashed potatoes can be remade into potato patties. Leftover Egg Rolls (my fave)âpacked with Thanksgiving goodnessâare crisping up perfectly in the skillet or air fryer! We gather around...
about 2 months ago â˘Â 2 min read
Thanksgiving traditions weave together our gratitude and togetherness in timeless traditions. Families gather to share a bountiful feastâroast turkey carved at the table, or Ham glazed with pineapple glaze, savory dressing, tangy cranberry sauce, and velvety mashed potatoes with gravy. Before the meal begins, we pause to voice our blessings and gratitudes, our words encircling the table. Desserts crown the meal: pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie, and gooey pecan pie, each slice a sweet nod to...
2 months ago â˘Â 4 min read
