Food Bites & Articles
What to Eat for New Year’s Luck and Why
The first day of a new year is fresh with possibilities. What changes will the next twelve months bring? What will happen in your relationships, finances, health, and career? Thinking about these topics prompts many people to set goals, dream...
Tastefully Kicking Off the New Year
Goodbye 2016, hello 2017! Wow, this year flew. Feels like just yesterday I was making my resolutions and anticipating what 2016 had in store.This New Year's Eve, we're heading to a neighbor's house for a quiet evening. I am bringing...
7 Cool, Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve Ideas
Just because you’ve got kids doesn’t mean you can’t ring in the new year in style. This year, skip the big crowds and late-night drinking and opt instead for a different kind of holiday celebration. To celebrate the new year...
Who is Santa Claus?
The tale of Santa Claus crosses generations and even the equator. Although story variations exist from country to country, the story is familiar to almost all who celebrate Christmas worldwide. It has become so mainstream that even those who do not celebrate...
Keep Your Pets Safe on Christmas
If your pets are like mine they are kind, caring, and crazy. One minute they are loving up on you, or happily snuggling in your lap and the next they are quite literally wreaking havoc on the house. As pet owners, it’s...
Christmas Food Traditions
Wanting to bring a little culture and conversation to Christmas dinner? Try celebrating by borrowing the traditional dinner from another country! Argentina – celebrated barbecue style (11pm)To ease you into adding some culture you can start here, they serve roasted...
Your Ultimate Christmas Playlist
Let’s get festive with the most amazing list of Christmas songs ever! We’re not kidding, there are over 60 Christmas songs for you to enjoy this holiday! P.S. At the end we created a Spotify playlist with all these songs...
7 Classic Christmas Books
These heartwarming Christmas classics will get everyone, young and old, into the Christmas spirit.Yes, Virgina, There is a Santa Claus, Francis P. Church In 1897, Virginia O'Hanlon asked her father if Santa Claus existed. Not prepared for the question, Virginia's...
Family Favorite Christmas Recipes
One of the best gifts I get each year is biting into a sugar cookie. It's a recipe I used to make with my mom and grandmother as a child. In fact, I still make them with my son and...
What Happens With the Extra Food From the Test Kitchen?
One of the most frequently asked questions of the Test Kitchen is, "What happens with all the extra food?" It's actually donated to a wonderful organization in Williamson County, TN called My Friend's House.When taste-testing a recipe only a sample...
Pinterest Pass or Fail: Christmas Cornflake Wreath
Looking around Pinterest for a bit of holiday pin-spiration we came across adorable edible wreaths. We came across Leah Stacey's version of Candy Christmas Wreaths and knew we had to try them in the Test Kitchen.What You'll NeedWax paperCooking sprayVanilla...
The Easiest Wine Pairing Guide Ever
How many articles have you read and wine tastings have you been to that explain the absolute best pairings, only to find yourself standing at the grocery store blankly staring at the bottles? Do you pick the ones with the...
5 Christmas Tablescape Ideas
Christmas is coming, so get your table set with these Pinterest and Instagram worthy tablescapes. 1. We’re Seeing Red (and Green) You can never go wrong with the classic red and green Christmas combo...but be sure to not overdo it....
Give the Gift of Food This Christmas
The hectic holiday season is here. Between holiday parties, tree trimming and getting ready for the big day, it's hard to find time for shopping. We've found great gifts any foodie will love... and they're only a click away!Jeni's Ice...
10 Homemade DIY Christmas Gifts to Give
Here are some fun DIY craft gifts to give to your loved ones this Christmas. Even the kiddos can help! 1. OrnamentsThis is a craft the whole family can get in on. Not only are these a simple gift to...
Gather Around the Table for a Memorable Christmas Meal
There are 12 days until Christmas! Wasn't Thanksgiving just yesterday? Hopefully, you've wrapped up your holiday shopping and can now focus on that daunting item on your to-do list... planning Christmas dinner.At Thanksgiving, I have traditional dishes my family loves....
How to Make Rosettes from Royal Icing
Prepare bakery-quality cupcakes, cakes, and cookies at home by creating beautiful rosettes with royal icing.What You'll NeedRoyal icingGel food colors for rosettes and leavesPiping bagWilton 21 star tipWilton 352 leaf tipHow to Make Rosettes With Royal Icing1. Make your favorite...
Pinterest Pass or Fail: Reindeer Gingerbread Cookies
We instantly fell in love with the adorable Reindeer Gingerbread Cookies we found at TheSweetChick.com. Carole's recipe became our inspiration for our next Pinterest Test Kitchen Challenge.What You'll NeedYour favorite Gingerbread cookies (we used a Betty Crocker mix in the...