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National Dessert Day recipes

Alicia French — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:35:00 -0700

I'm not sure who comes up with these so-called holidays, but I think I like them. Today we celebrate quite possibly the best one yet — National Dessert Day. Take full advantage of the excuse to eat dessert first or skip dinner entirely.

Cocktails for Halloween

Alicia French — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:06:00 -0700

Cocktails aren't willing to get left out of the costume party fun. These festive Halloween-inspired martinis are dressed up and ready to party. Enjoy them in lieu of candy this year.

Creamy tomato basil soup

Alicia French — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 06:00:00 -0700

Skip the fancy night out and get cozy in your living room with your favorite board games. Add a warm meal and a bottle of wine and you'll have an adult version of game night.

Italian-inspired menu for Christopher Columbus Day

Alicia French — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:45:00 -0700

Honor Italy's most famous American tourist by creating a menu with patriotic Italian food. Add in wine and you'll really have a reason to celebrate.

Pumpkin tiramisu

Alicia French — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:45:00 -0700

Whether you like apple picking, Oktoberfest or a trip to the pumpkin patch, fall is packed with activities and festivals for you and your friends to enjoy. After a day out, come back home and warm up with dessert and hot apple cider.

National Taco Day recipes

Alicia French — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:35:00 -0700

Celebrate National Taco Day with your favorite variation of this Mexican food staple. Whether you like fish, chicken, veggies or beef, there is a taco to fit your palate.

Gossip Girl-inspired cocktails

Alicia French — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 14:10:00 -0700

Your clothes may never look as cute and your life is certainly nowhere near as dramatic, but that doesn't mean you can't toast to your favorite Upper East Siders. Sip on these martinis while you conjure up your latest scheme against your best friend.

The downside of extreme couponing

Alicia French — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:15:00 -0700

Clipping coupons might be saving families major cash on food, but what is it doing to their waistlines? The trend to stockpile packaged and processed foods may have costly implications on your health.

Vampire-inspired adult beverages

Alicia French — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:30:00 -0700

You never know who might show up at your house this season. Be prepared for all the vampires, witches, goblins and ghouls by stocking your liquor cabinets with these hauntingly tasty libations.

Apple cider turkey loin

Alicia French — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:00:00 -0700

A warm and hearty meal doesn't have to mean a day spent in the kitchen thanks to the crock pot. Let it do the cooking while you spend some time getting your house looking festive for fall.

Pumpkin spice latte

Alicia French — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:50:00 -0700

Avoid the busy coffee shops and your weekend chores by spending your morning enjoying breakfast in bed with your sweetie. This fall favorite goes perfectly with a full serving of cuddle time.

Ron Jeremy unveils his new cocktail

Alicia French — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:45:00 -0700

A lot of people may not be interested in drinking a beverage named after adult film legend, Ron Jeremy. But times have changed, and now, so has happy hour.

Coffee liqueur sundae

Alicia French — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 10:00:00 -0700

Gone are the days when the only rule for making an ice cream sundae was the more toppings the better. Swap out the concoction of colorful candies for a more sophisticated sundae bar complete with homemade liqueur.

Blood-red sangria cocktail

Alicia French — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 17:45:00 -0700

Celebrate Samhain like a true vampire or at least like Bill Compton would by sipping on this utterly frightening cocktail. It is werewolf approved and tastes great with the True Blood finale.

Pumpkin-inspired recipes

Alicia French — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:25:00 -0700

Pie shouldn't get all the pumpkin fun this season. Take full advantage of fall's powerhouse fruit by adding pumpkin to your favorite recipes.

Desserts on a stick

Alicia French — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:00:00 -0700

A mini-version of dessert might make some people cringe. We like our post-meal indulgences huge and served with multiple forks. However, if you put those same desserts on a stick, suddenly they become trendy and completely acceptable.

Blueberry, balsamic and feta sirloins

Alicia French — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 15:00:00 -0700

Turn a typical dinner and movie night into a fun new experience by heading to your backyard. A great steak doesn't have to be reserved for an expensive restaurant. Heat up your grill and enjoy this sweet and savory version -- then watch a movie under the starry sky.

Menu ideas for a Beyoncé-style pregnancy reveal

Alicia French — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:00:00 -0700

Now we all really know why Beyoncé is smiling from ear to ear, thanks to her recent pregnancy announcement at the MTV VMA's. Revealing your baby bump after a showstopping performance may be unrealistic for most people, but you can still spice up your reveal by getting creative in the kitchen.

Eggplant Caprese salad

Alicia French — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:00:00 -0700

Guys love poker and girls love it when guys do the dishes. Create a win-win situation for ladies and gents by personalizing your next poker night with innocent wagers that may leave you chore free for the next week.

East Coast Earthquake Cocktail

Alicia French — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:00:00 -0700

If the East coast earthquake has left you feeling a little shaky, there is only one remedy strong enough to go against Mother Nature: tequila.