Bring on the fa, la, la and deck the halls! Nothing says Christmas cheer like fun and festive holiday cocktails. Using seasonal ingredients, making it fun and creative - this can be the key to surviving the ones we love. Traditional libations like the Whiskey Sour circa 1960s is what I'm looking forward to toasting this year. Our old school recipe for Whiskey Sours calls for Bar-Tenders Instant Whiskey Sour Mix- that was first advertised on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson.It really ...
My Favorite Holiday Appetizer: Sausage Balls
Sausage Balls made with Bisquick, pork sausage and cheddar are a classic holiday appetizer that your guests will love! When it comes to holiday traditions, good food is always a top priority. Our family has so many holiday recipes that are tried and true that we never go without preparing this time of year. One that gets requested over and over - Sausage Balls! Other traditional holiday appetizers we make are chicken liver pate, blue cheese balls, spinach stuffed mushrooms and peanut ...
Creative Ideas for Elf on the Shelf
Elf on the Shelf has finally arrived - meet Charlie. For the past few years I told myself- NO WAY I'm getting one of those Elf on the shelf thingies. And then I caved. So here I am every night (like all parents across the world who have also succumbed) trying to come up with fun, creative ideas for Elf on the Shelf. The Elf named Charlie takes up residency every December 1st with the intent of keeping the girls in check leading up to Christmas Eve. Yes they start asking persistently around ...
