Category Archives: Festive Cheer

My Vegan Valentine

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Love makes people do crazy things… things as crazy as preparing an entirely vegan meal (if you’ve been reading this blog for any period of time you know that eggs, cheeses, and meats have quite the presence in my posts). … Continue reading →

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Say it with food ♥

Posted on February 11, 2013 by

Valentine’s day is almost upon us, and love is in the air (and the kitchen!). There are many ways to show someone you care, but one of our favorites is (yep, you guessed it) with food. Check back later this … Continue reading →

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Belated Day 12: DIY Edible Gifts (Part 2) and A Clean Eating Cleanse to Kick Off 2013…

Posted on December 29, 2012 by

And here we are…another Christmas come and gone…I certainly hope you and yours had the most wonderful holiday and may the celebrating continue through the new year! If you’re like me you’ll still be giving gifts throughout the weekend to … Continue reading →

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Day 11: DIY Edible Gifts (Part 1)

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

We’re really getting down to the wire on the big day… If some of you are struggling with last minute gift ideas we figured we’d help you out with some DIY edible gifts. I was perusing theKitchn.com for inspiration when … Continue reading →

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Day 10: Holiday Cookies (Part 2)

Posted on December 23, 2012 by

I hadn’t originally thought to share a salty chocolate chip cookie recipe with you all today – I had my heart set on adorable gingerbread cut outs…but when three grocery stores failed to have molasses I gave up on that idea and … Continue reading →

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Day 9: Holiday Cookies (Part 1)

Posted on December 21, 2012 by

The December issue of Bon Appétit has Speculoos Buttons (the most adorable cookies EVER!) on the cover. Something I’m sure Santa would like to find on a plate in your house during his visit. They are not only beautiful to … Continue reading →

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Day 8: Festive Recipes (Part 2)

Posted on December 21, 2012 by

Okay, technically Day 8 has come and gone and I should have shared this wonderfully cheesy dip recipe with you all yesterday but I got caught up in the holiday rigamarole and had to save it for today…forgive me?   Considering … Continue reading →

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Day 7: Festive Recipes (Part 1)

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

You don’t have to celebrate Hanukkah to enjoy a really good potato pancake and what could be more festive than frying potatoes (or anything…) in oil? It is only natural that we build up a lil layer of fat for … Continue reading →

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Day 6: Festive Cocktails (Part 2)

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

With holiday shopping left to do I set out after work today to check a few things off the ol “to do” list – bad. idea.  It was the perfect storm of bad weather, empty shelves and cranky last minute … Continue reading →

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Day 5: Festive Cocktails (Part 1)

Posted on December 17, 2012 by

Sure today is a Monday, but it is the holiday season! So why not take a break from sending cards, wrapping presents, and analyzing excel grids and enjoy a hot drink by the tree (or at your desk). Here is … Continue reading →

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