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With brisk wintry winds outside, a winter warmer can be the perfect recipe for a fun warm night in. A little alcohol is an easy way to spice up any treat and warm you up. Sip and savor a steaming mug on National Hot Buttered Rum Day with the recipes below. Classic Hot Buttered Rum Recipe Ingredients: • 1 small slice butter • 1 teaspoon brown sugar • 1 dash ground cinnamon • 1 dash ground nutmeg • 1 dash ground allspice • 1 splash vanilla extract • 2 ounces dark rum • 5 ounces hot water Directions: 1) First,…

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Who doesn’t appreciate a good thirsty Thursday to help finish out the week? There are many drinks to choose from so it can get to be complicated when trying to pick the perfect drink for your Thursday evening. Here are a few drink recipes to celebrate it being Friday Eve. Lemon-Thyme Vodka Lemonade If you are looking for a drink that celebrates the summer look no further than lemon-thyme vodka lemonade. This drink is both refreshing and different than your typical lemonade. This drink takes a little bit of work, but don’t worry, it’s absolutely worth it. Ingredients • 3…

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Many people take part in a Dry January challenge after all the holiday season partying is over. Taking a break from alcohol has many mental and physical benefits. Enjoy feeling refreshed and focused while you give your liver a chance to detox. Being sober for a month might seem intimidating, but you can still enjoy celebrations while cutting alcohol from your diet. Here are some “mocktails” that won’t make you give up on your Dry January goals. Saratoga Buck The Saratoga Buck is a tropical drink that will help chase away the winter blues. This drink will satisfy the cravings…

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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…

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While a night out on the town or clubbing with friends seems like a good weekend escape from work and stress, nothing beats a game night at home. Avoid running into crowds, waiting on long lines and paying for overpriced drinks and food. Here are seven essentials that a host needs to turn ordinary game night into a night to remember: Games Game night is appealing to all age groups. With the plethora of classic games, like Monopoly and Scrabble, and unconventional ones, like Sagrada (a game where you can build a stained glass window by building up a grid…

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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…

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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…

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