Gift Of The Day: Drizzle Honey In Flavors Galore

It’s easy for many people to find holiday gifts that they know the recipient wants. But what if you have no idea? Our recommendation: artisan foods. They don’t require much space (most people we know are space challenged), you eat them, and you get the space back pretty quickly. Thus, our Gift Of The Day:…
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The Truth About The Pilgrims’ First Pumpkin Pie: It Was Different

[1] Pumpkin custard, a.k.a. pumpkin pie filling, baked in a pumpkin. The recipe is below (Gemini Photo). [2] According to Tasting History, the first pumpkin pie—called pumpion pie—looked more like this. Here’s a recipe from 1670, interpreted for the modern table by Tasting History With Max Miller (photo © Tasting History | You Tube). [3]…
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A Tuna Salad Pickle Sandwich Recipe For National Pickle Day

For National Pickle Day, November 14th, we present some food fun: a pickle sandwich that is not pickles on bread, but tuna salad on a pickle! Experience a playful twist on the viral pickle sandwich with this protein-packed Tuna Salad Pickle creation, a low-carb adaptation that replaces bread with crispy, pickle halves—crunch in every bite.…
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GIFT OF THE DAY: Effie’s Homemade Biscuits (Not What You Think!)

[1] Start the day with a biscuit or two. (all photos © Effie’s Biscuits except as noted). [2] Every foodie would love to receive a sampler. [3] Effie’s Biscuits enhance festive dishes. [4] Coffee and Corn Cakes with a dab of honey. [5] One of our favorite snacks: Effie’s Oatcake, triple crème cheese, and cherry…
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Gift Of The Day: Cocktail Advent Calendar From Meliora Forever

  If you know someone who enjoys a cocktail every day, here’s a fun gift that may expand his or her horizons: Meliora Forever’s 12 Days Of Christmas Calendar. Meliora Forever makes Instant Cocktail Cubes. Year-round, fans typically buy sleeves of cubes. Toss two tiny cubes in a glass with two shots of liquor and…
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