Food and Dining

Holiday Party Foods on a Budget

By Carlos on December 3, 2017 Food and Dining

Are you in charge of throwing a holiday party, but can’t let spending to get out of hand? Fortunately, there are ways you can get everything you need on a strict budget. Here are a few suggestions that your party guests can enjoy, that won’t break the bank. Drinks Serve One Specialty Cocktail Instead of trying to serve a full bar, you should offer a seasonal cocktail, such as a cranberry or pomegranate margarita. Some pre-made margarita mixes even contain alcohol so all you need to do is chill and serve over ice. Buy In Bulk When shopping for drinks…

Best Wine Pairings for Your Thanksgiving Dinner

By Carlos on November 19, 2017 Food and Dining, Seasonal

Did you know that more wine is sold on Thanksgiving than any other holiday? With so many different flavors on the Thanksgiving menu, selecting the right wine to pair with dinner can be difficult. There are many wines that will pair well with turkey and all of the trimmings. Here are some successful pairings that will complement and enhance the flavors of your Thanksgiving feast. Sparkling Wine & Fried and Salty Foods Start Thanksgiving off with a good sparkling white wine. Sparkling wines add a layer of sophistication, elegance and versatility to any Thanksgiving dinner. Regional sparkling wines are best…

How to Create the Perfect Sundae Bar

By Carlos on November 11, 2017 Food and Dining

Selecting a dessert staple for a party can be a hard decision. When in doubt, why not have an ice cream sundae bar? People of all ages adore that special frozen treat—especially if they get to build their own decadent masterpiece. Instead of slaving over a complicated dessert recipe, an ice cream sundae bar is buffet style at its best. You supply ice cream, bowls, cones, and all the yummy toppings and everyone can help themselves. No matter the occasion, no one can say no to ice cream. With some simple planning, you can host an ice cream sundae bar…

Recipes for an Elegant Girls Brunch

By Carlos on November 5, 2017 Food and Dining

Brunch with your girlfriends is a great way to relax, catch up with old friends and enjoy a fabulous meal at the same time. If you’re hosting a brunch, you’ll want a few recipes that are easy yet elegant, so you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your friends. When planning a brunch, you’ll want to think carefully about all the courses that you’re going to serve. It’s a good idea to offer at least two appetizers, a choice of main courses, dessert and at least two cocktails that can help kick the party off. But…

Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About American Beer Day

By Carlos on October 27, 2017 Food and Dining

Every year on October 27th, National American Beer Day commences with celebrations surrounding American made beer. Maybe you already celebrate National American Beer Day every year or perhaps this is the first you’ve been exposed to this holiday, but either way there is more to know about this special day. 10 Fun Beer Facts 1. Nearly all the minerals needed for human survival can be found in a glass of beer. 2. Consuming a 12-ounce bottle of beer daily prevents heart disease because it increases levels of plasma antioxidants in the human body. 3. The intoxicant in beer known as…

12 Quick Dinner Ideas for Your Average Tuesday

By Angela on September 26, 2017 Food and Dining

You just got off work, picked the kids up from school, cleaned the house, and want nothing more than to just relax. Suddenly, everyone is expecting dinner and you are exhausted. Don’t slave away in the kitchen after a long hard day; try these quick and easy dinner ideas. Thai-Style Beef Salad Thai style salads are the perfect the harmony of sweet, sour, salty and spicy. The dressing is the star of the show for this dish, use a Thai-style fish sauce combined with fresh ginger, garlic, chilies, lime, and sugar. Slice a seared flank steak and coat with dressing.…

15 Fabulous Food Ideas for Your Next Sunday Funday

By Angela on September 24, 2017 Food and Dining

Football season is upon us and with that comes the infamous Sunday Funday and all that comes with it, football, friends, but most importantly food. Here are some food ideas that will make your Sunday Funday outrageously delicious. 1. Tacos You can’t go wrong with anything revolving around tacos. A taco/nacho bar is easy to prep, easy to serve and is super versatile. In addition to tacos and nachos, don’t forget to make a taco dip, fresh guacamole or a 7-layer bean dip. Also, be sure to include quesadillas, they make a great finger food and have an endless amount…

Healthy Lunches that Your Kids will Love

By Angela on September 10, 2017 Food and Dining

Got a Few Picky Eaters? Don’t Miss These Five Healthy Lunches Your Kids Will Love! Do you want to inspire your kids to eat healthy lunches — and to be experimental with what they eat? Are you looking for easy prep and execution so that you’re not spending all day in the grocery store or the kitchen? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then check out these five healthy and easy lunches you can make for your kids. Get your kids excited about opening their lunch boxes with these five easy treats. Lunch #1: Chicken and Fruit…

Meal Planning Tips for Busy Weeknights

By Angela on September 6, 2017 Food and Dining

Finding time in your busy schedule to make dinner for your family and actually sit down together can seem next to impossible. Between the time you spend at work and the time your kids spend at school and doing their favorite activities, you may feel tempted to pick up dinner instead of cooking yourself. With some meal planning tips, you can put dinner on the table for the family without ever going through the drive through. Use Basic Recipes Do you have a habit of saving recipes that look delicious then never actually make any of those dishes because the…

10 Practical Ways to Reduce Food Waste

By Angela on August 24, 2017 Food and Dining

Food waste in the United States is a growing problem. Annually, Americans throw away around 35 million tons of food waste and 95% of that ends up in landfills or combustion facilities. It doesn’t have to be this way. If we all chip in a little bit in our daily lives, we could significantly cut down on the amount of food wasted in the US each year. When you hear 35 million tons of food is wasted, it can seem impossible to do anything to help. You may think, “What difference can I make? The truth is, a lot. Every…

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