Food & Beverage
recipes, health tips, desserts, snacks, treats,
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DIY Thanksgiving Treat Bags For Young And Old
Send your guests home this Thanksgiving with awesome DIY treat bags.
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The Ultimate Thanksgiving Shopping List
Pull off a great holiday with this complete Thanksgiving shopping list.
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Easy Ideas For A Labor Day Party (So You Don’t Have To Labor All Day)
Super simple labor day party ideas for the best end-of-summer bash.
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My Favorite Frozen Jalapeno Margarita Recipe
I love me a good margarita! Whether it’s frozen or on the rocks, there’s something about this kind of beverage that is simply the best. Nothing says refreshing like an icy cold (and slightly spicy!) Jalapeno margarita! You could even make these without alcohol for any kiddos that are daring enough to try one of these out. Just make sure you warn them that it might be a little spicy! It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a pool party, themed dinner, or a movie night, these frozen margaritas will be a hit for all! If you’re looking for the perfect summer beverage for your next party, check out my favorite…
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Alphabet Date Night Ideas: B
Continuing with Alphabet Date Night Ideas series with the letter “B.” These fantastic date ideas will help you and your significant other break out of the normal routine and into tons of fun. And if you had fun, make it a point to try one of our date night ideas each week. You can read the first letter in the dating series, A, right here. These fun and creative date night ideas are sure to please even the trickiest of couples! Bowling While I am admittedly a horrible bowler, that doesn’t stop my husband and me from hitting the lanes at least once a month. We great up bowling with…
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Avoid Food Poisoning By NEVER Eating These Foods
Over the weekend, my husband went out to dinner at one of his favorite restaurants with some friends. Even though he had eaten there time and time again, he came down with awful food poisoning! After a puke-filed weekend, he’s just starting to recover and never wants to deal with food poisoning again. Fortunately, food poisoning is easy to prevent, just avoid these foods! Foods To Avoid Eating To Avoid Food Poisoning Sprouts Regardless of their variety, raw sprouts are known to carry an incredibly high-risk of food poisoning. Ensure that sprouts are fully cooked prior to eating. Unpasteurized Dairy Not only does pasteurized dairy taste better than it’s unpasteurized counterpart,…
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A View So Beautiful, You Might Forget To Eat – Grotta Palazzese Hotel Restaurant
I’m all for big, romantic gestures. In fact, I live for them. So when my husband surprised me with plane tickets and a reservation at Italy’s Grotta Palazzese Hotel Restaurant for Valentines Day, I knew yet again that I picked the right man. I can’t wait to visit Italy in just a few weeks when we go to enjoy our Valentine’s Day getaway. And the next time you happen to be in the area, check out this amazing restaurant. It’s considered to be one of the worlds most romantic places, and it’s easy to see why! Grotta Palazzese Hotel Restaurant Located inside a natural cave overlooking the coastline, the experience…
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Foods That Go Bad (FAST) In The Fridge
I was browsing the internet the other day when one of the teenagers in my neighborhood shared a meme that said : “Fruits and vegetables sure do go bad faster when you’re the one paying for them,” and I related to it on a personal level. I don’t know what it is, but food does seem to expire faster when you’re the one paying for it! While most fruits and veggies have a shelf life of about a week, there are foods that can expire a LOT faster. Keep reading to see what they are, so you don’t end up with an especially stinky fridge! Shredded Cheese Believe it or not, blocked cheese…
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My 5 Favorite Hot Chocolate Recipes. Don’t Forget The Whipped Cream!
As I am writing this, there is an impressive snowstorm bearing down on us. You can’t see more than a few feet in front of you, and the road conditions are absolutely terrible! We are having a bonafide snow day, and I’ve been waiting all year for this moment because I love the snow! And if there’s one thing you do on a snow day, it’s curl up with a blanket, a movie, and a huge cup of hot cocoa. Hot chocolate is the quintessential winter drink and I’m always looking for reasons to indulge. The next time you, like me, are snowed in, try one of these scrumptious hot…
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Beeswax Wraps: Bee Earth Friendly (Say Goodbye to Plastic Wrap)
Say goodbye to plastic wrap and hello to a healthier, Earth-friendly alternative! Say hello, to Beeswax wraps! Beeswax cloth wraps can be used to keep food fresh, longer. Not only that, but they are completely reusable, as well! What could be better? You can purchase your own beeswax wraps online, or you can use my DIY guide to make your own below! Here’s what you’ll need: -100 percent cotton fabric -Copal resin -1.5 ounces of grated beeswax -1 tablespoon organic jojoba oil -Parchment paper -paint brush Image from Amazon Step One: Wash and dry your cotton fabric before cutting it into various lengths. You’ll want to cut pieces of different…
