This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. #RoséYourWay #CollectiveBias These Whipped Feta Prosciutto Crostini are the perfect appetizer for a fun afternoon with friends and a glass of crisp rosé. My love for…
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Polar Bear Claws- See’s Candies Copycat
Polar Bear Claws are a dreamy combination of caramel and peanuts coated with white chocolate. A See’s Candies copycat recipe! Raise your hand if you’re a fan of See’s Candies! (My hand is definitely raised right now.) Fun fact: See’s Candies was founded almost 100 years ago. That’s a long time to be around, so…
Gingerbread Man Sugar Cookies- with Video
These Gingerbread Man Sugar Cookies will certainly land you on the nice list this year with Santa! Make an extra batch for yourself because they are good! I come from a very large Italian family. I have a total of 28 first cousins and a gazillion 2nd cousins. Everyone seems to have gotten a bit…
Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
These easy to make Christmas Pinwheel Cookies will make a beautiful and colorful addition to your cookie platter this year! This post is part of my ambassadorship with Krusteaz, however my thoughts are 100% my own. I can’t believe that the holidays are around the corner! This time of year goes by so quickly, and…
Ugly Sweater Cake- with Video
Want to get a laugh, show up with this delicious Ugly Sweater Cake to your next Christmas party! Why stop at clothing when you can eat the sweater too! A few weeks ago, the friendly folks at Good Cook sent me over all the supplies to make Ugly Christmas Sweater Cookies. I was giddy about…
Crunchy Chocolate Caramel Bars- With Pecans
What do you get when you combine chocolate, caramel, club crackers, and pecans? These amazing Crunchy Chocolate Caramel Bars. I’m sure many of us have had a more traditional style of chocolate caramel bars. They’re usually a brownie-caramel combo, and they’re buttery, gooey, rich, and definitely melt-in-your-mouth. I’m sure many of us can also say…
Ombre Gingerbread Christmas Trees
These beautiful Gingerbread Ombre Christmas Trees make a wonderful sweet treat this holiday season. Ombre is a trend that doesn’t seem to have lost its appeal. And why should it? The lovely gradual blending of colors is appealing to the eye, and the application possibilities of ombre seem endless. Ombre hair, ombre pillows, ombre clothing, ombre…
Candy Land Sugar Cookies- Baking on a Budget
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #doingthe99 #99yourholiday #CollectiveBias Step away from the traditional holiday sugar cookies and have some fun with these Candy Land Sugar Cookie Houses! The kids will love making them! I have a routine of stores that I hit every…
Gingerbread Bundt Cake- with Sugared Cranberries
This Gingerbread Bundt Cake is not only flavorful and delicious, it is really easy to make and practically decorates itself!! With the holidays rapidly approaching, the delightful smell of gingerbread is something that the holiday season cannot do without! As a baker this is my happy holiday smell that fills my kitchen leading up to…
Holiday Charcuterie Board- Beautiful and Delicious
Stun your guests this season with a stunning, delicious Holiday Charcuterie Board complete with Foie Gras, artisanal pâtés, and so much more! Check out our video below with how we put together our delicious Holiday Charcuterie Board! It wasn’t until I moved to Switzerland that I had my first taste of Foie Gras. In Europe, especially…
Eggnog Frappé- with New Torani Frappé Mix
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyToraniFrappe #CollectiveBias With the new Torani Frappé Mix, you can make your own Eggnog Frappé in the comfort of your own home! I have talked about it a million times, I am the type of person that is inspired…
Cranberry Orange Roulade- The best winter flavors
This Cranberry Orange Roulade packs all of the delicious winter flavors in one blissful bite. Make it for a dessert for the perfect ending to a holiday meal. When the cold months roll around, I begin to crave the wonderful winter-y fruits. This Cranberry Orange Roulade is all of my favorite flavors rolled into one…
Ham & Cheese Dinner Rolls- With Video
This post has been sponsored by Pillsbury™, however all opinions are my own. These Ham & Cheese Dinner Rolls are easy to make and are the perfect semi-homeade addition to your holiday dinner. They also make wonderful appetizers! With the holidays just around the corner, I like to have my menu down well in advance….
Apple Thyme Roasted Turkey
This fragrant, beautifully browned Apple Thyme Roasted Turkey produces very flavorful meat and pan juices that make the base for the perfect gravy. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. #TurkeyDayTips #CollectiveBias This…
Rice Krispies® Treat Cutouts
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayTreatMaking #CollectiveBias There are so many traditions to uphold during the holidays. Decorating, baking, gift giving, and of course cooking the big meal. All of this combined with the daily routines can be quite overwhelming at times, but…
Boozy Eggnog Shake
So either you love eggnog or you hate. I like it, but don’t hate it. I prefer it in foods rather than a cocktail, but will treat myself to maybe half a glass during the holidays. Growing up however, I LOVED the Eggnog Shakes at Jack in the Box. My bus stop was right next…
The Best Rugelach
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ShareTheHoliday #CollectiveBias My annual Christmas cookies reflect my Californian/Hawaiian upbringing. They consist of a melting pot of culture cookies from people and places I have lived. I love learning about new holiday traditions and specialties from the people…
Red Velvet Christmas Cake
If you are looking for the perfectly festive holiday cake, this Red Velvet Christmas Cake is it! Actually, this cake is great to have on hand for most holidays-Halloween, Fourth of July, Christmas, and Valentine’s Day. Simply switch out your decorations and you are good to go! I love showing up to parties with a…
Holiday Tea and Gingerbread House Decorating Party
A few weekends ago, my mother and I hosted our First Annual Holiday Tea and Gingerbread House Decorating Party. My mom did this for years for my little sister, but since she is now in college, it is my daughter’s turn. My mom and I definitely butt heads often, but if there is something…
Christmas Spritz Cookies
Christmas Spritz Cookies are a must have on your holiday cookie platter. They are easy to make, delicious, and add that much needed pop of color! A few years back, my neighbor brought me over a big plate of these cookies. After years of passing out holiday treats to my neighbors, this was the first…