RECIPE: Coquito Cocktail For Coconut Lovers

[1] Coquito in a shot glass. [2] Coquito for those who want more. [3] Not just any spiced rum: Don Q is barrel-aged for three years (all photos courtesy Don Q Rum).   December 21st marks the first year of National Coquito Day. The day was established by Don Q Rum. It’s also the first…
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FOOD FUN: Christmas Eclairs

Éclairs typical don’t show up on a list of holiday desserts. But when they’re as cute as these, they’re irresistible. Made by Art Éclair, these designs are just a few of a treasure trove of magnificently decorated éclairs. See the collection on the Art Éclair website and on Pinterest. Regrettably for éclair lovers, this bakery…
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FOOD FUN: Gingerbread Men Sleigh

Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house we go! These sleighs are made from sweet rolls and mini gingerbread men, with candy cane runners. We discovered it on the Facebook page of St. Pierre bakery. We recommended their product line earlier this fall. It’s fun to make, and even more fun to…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 4 Tips To Make Christmas Dinner Easier

[1] Cranberry mimosa. Appoint one of the guests to be bartender (photo courtesy Ocean Spray). [2] Cheese wreath. One of your creative guests may want to do something special with the cheese plate (photo courtesy Eat Wisconsin Cheese). [3] Ask someone in advance to carve the turkey or ham (photo courtesy iGourmet). [4] Ask someone…
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TIP OF THE DAY: 10 Beautiful Holiday Cheese Boards & Plates

It’s easy to turn cheese into edible holiday art. Just look at these 10 examples, each easy to create at home. When you need a respite during holiday preparations, sit back with this history of cheese.     THE HISTORY OF CHEESE Cheese dates back to before recorded history, perhaps as far back as 6,000…
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