Gift Of The Day: Dar Baklava & Other Middle Eastern Treats

[1] Who wouldn’t want a 40-piece box of miniature Middle Eastern pastries (photos #1, #5, #6, and #7 © Dar Baklava). [2] A beautiful plate of miniature Middle Eastern pastries, ready to serve with coffee (Abacus Photo). [3] Phyllo dough is as thin as a sheet of paper! This photo shows a gluten-free sheet that…
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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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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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Pickle Canoes (Stuffed Pickles) & Drinks For National Pickle Day

  Here’s some fun for National Pickle Day, coming up on November 14th: Pickle Canoes, a treat for kinds and for beer drinkers — but also we’ve got pickle cocktails as well as wine and soft drink pairings. The fun follows below. > Pickle canoes recipe. > Which should you drink with pickle canoes (and…
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