With a heightened awareness of kids' increasing sensitivity to artificial food colors, more parents are turning to natural alternatives for those Valentine's cupcakes and bake sale treats. And no, that doesn't mean you have to puree and …
Homemade hot chocolate is not only better for you than those just-add-water packets, but it's also just as easy to make. Seriously. And it tastes way better, too. You're about to learn how to make luscious, homemade hot chocolate in 5 mi…
I know I've got a bit of holiday burnout because I'm officially serving panini sandwiches for dinner. But before you judge--thanks to my electric grill (how I love you, electric grill) which doubles as a panini press, my panini recipes y…
In celebration of National Pizza Week, I've rounded up six of the absolute best homemade pizza recipes this side of Italy. And they're not your average cheese-pepperoni-mushroom recipes either, because you don't need much of my help for …
The perfect cup of coffee is becoming just as hipster as mustaches, chalkboard typography, and asymmetrical tops--even more so if you learn how to make coffee with a Chemex. Yourself. At home. No baristas asking your name or anything. An…
When life gives you snow, make snow ice cream. I may be in sunny California at this moment, but I know that if I were back in Brooklyn — or in any of the other places being lashed by the snowstorms bearing down on much of the country — I…
After feasting for Thanksgivukkah , snacking on treats for Santa , and indulging cocktails to ring in the new year , I think it might be time we start on those New Year's resolution with some detoxifying smoothie recipes. It's cliche, I …
Well, cool moms, one thing is clear: you love your drinks as much as I love mine so of course I'd put together some delicious champagne cocktails for you just for New Year's Eve. Together we've filled our glasses with festive holiday coc…
The big man is set to arrive in just less than 48 hours! Word from the North Pole is that if you leave Santa something extra tasty, he'll throw in a little extra something for mom. That — and having "leftovers" — is reason enough to make…
Sure, there are lots of reasons why you might not like eggnog. It's made with raw egg (which makes it hard to share with the kids ), can be overly sweet, and tends to be heaaaavy. But I've got 7 reasons to love it, even if you think you …
Are you hungry, Hunger Games fans? Don't be prim--just dig right into this gorgeous box of gourmet truffles from Vosges , inspired by the Capitol of Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games world. Opulence, trinkets, and accoutrements wait within.…
Last year, we brought you 10 of the best subscription gift boxes we could find. And this year, we're adding on to the list because there are so many new exciting entries. (Geez, remember when it was just Birchbox ? Although we do still l…
Modern city gal though I think myself, I have a total weakness for traditional Christmas cookie swaps. There's something so cool about seeing the Christmas cookies from around the world that come from sometimes generations-old recipes fr…
If you're anything like me, you've waited all year for a taste — or two or three — of gingerbread. Warm and spicy, the combination of molasses and holiday spice makes any sweet even sweeter. These seven gingerbread recipes, from cookies …
If you're like me, there's a bunch of people to whom you'd like to give a little something for the holidays, but they aren't quite up to the level of say, a cashmere sweater . I usually whip up some handmade holiday food gifts in the kit…
I have never been a huge biscotti fan. It's often dry, a bit devoid of flavor, and to be honest, tastes stale to me. And then I found biscotti from Bella's Home-Baked Goods and behold, for the Italian dessert angels did shine upon us all…
It's no secret that I think the crock pot is a miracle machine for busy family cooks, and not just for weeknight meals. Crock pots are also great for keeping big quantities of food at just the right temperature when you're entertaining, …
It's no fun being that kid with food allergies who gets a chocolate Santa in your stocking, only to find your mom taking it away because there are no ingredients written on the foil. But it's probably worse being that mom. So we're happy…
We love fun, indulgent gifts from time to time, but sometimes a practical present can be a lifesaver. If you know a pregnant mom who's experiencing morning sickness, here's how to be her holiday angel. And don't worry--you can still plac…
Nobody can resist a great food-related holiday gift, even the pickiest eater. We've rounded up the absolute coolest and most delicious foodie holiday gifts for kids , no matter how fussy their appetite. Tiny Hands scented food charms mig…
I still remember when I got my first espresso machine for Christmas in high school. That's right, I was hooked on lattes before I could drive, and I was the first person I knew with the magic of a frothing wand at my fingertips. If you'r…
I know: the last thing you (still) want to think about right now is food. But whether or not you cooked on Thursday, you probably have a pile of Thanksgiving leftovers in your fridge and another plate of sliced turkey, mashed potatoes an…
Nanny always said sweet tea is the thing for frayed nerves. (And we think Black Friday weekend might fit the bill, eh?) That means elegant teas are a fantastic gift for the holidays, especially when troublesome relatives like Cousin Isob…
This Thanksgiving, whether you're feeding dozens or just your immediate family, you just may need some last minute Thanksgiving meal help. We all know that getting Thanksgiving dinner onto the table can be a huge undertaking, especially …