GIFT: Gourmet Cruise, $100 Savings

This beautiful craft is defined by spacious comfort. Photo courtesy Holland America Line.   Looking for a great family or couples gift? Explore the culinary world on a cruise, from March 9-16, 2014. Designed by our friends at CruiseGourmet.com, this cruise was created for people who enjoy cooking demonstrations and relaxing at sea. The itinerary…
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FOOD FUN: Cinnamon Roll Christmas Trees

Turn refrigerated cinnamon bun dough into Christmas trees. Photo courtesy Immaculate Baking Co.   What’s for breakfast on Christmas? How about these Cinnamon Roll Christmas Trees—with a side of eggs or oatmeal for nutrition. This recipe comes from Immaculate Baking Co., which makes refrigerated cookie dough, pie crusts, biscuits, scones and other doughs in natural,…
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GIFT: Gourmet Cocoa And Hot Chocolate

Winter Hot Chocolate is a classic cocoa mix with a touch of vanilla. Photo courtesy Lake Champlain Chocolates.   “Forget Christmas gifts this year,” said our friend Gerard, when he called to invite us to his annual party and gifting frenzy. “At this point in our lives, none of us needs another scarf, another basket…
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RECIPE: Reindeer Sugar Cookies

Take a bite of Rudolph. Photo and recipe courtesy Pillsbury.   This is a quick recipe using refrigerated cookie dough and a container of frosting. You can of course use your own homemade recipes. You can also use gingerbread cookie dough like Pillsbury Create ‘n Bake. Just shape the cookie dough into a triangular log,…
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FOOD HOLIDAY: National Lager Day & The Different Types Of Lager

A lager on tap. Photo courtesy Samuel Adams Brewery.   December 10th is National Lager Day (see all the food holidays). Enjoy a cold one as you read through these lager facts, compiled by the brewers at Samuel Adams. 1. History. Alhough beer has been made for more than seven millennia, the first lager wasn’t…
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