For many people Thanksgiving is a day of family, feasts, and football or a film at the nearest movie theater. Others meet the day with loneliness and dread. Still others enjoy spending the day alone. Here are a number of ideas to help you have a great day if you find yourself alone on Thanksgiving. Starting the day with at least a tentative plan and a positive attitude will help reduce any feeling of loneliness. Read more »
Betty Crocker Christmas Cookbooks have been the rage for many years and this cookbook is no exception. I grew up learning to cook by following her recipes. This fabulous book has been very popular with cooks everywhere as you can tell by the following review: Read more »
St. Patrick’s Day may have started out as a religious holiday, but it’s now a celebration of all things Irish around the world. As such, a number of traditional Irish St. Patrick Day recipes have become common at this time of the year, and many people of Irish descent take great pride in being able to share their heritage with friends and family through a good meal!
Here’s a guide to some of the most popular St. Patrick Day recipes eaten around the world. Read more »
Diabetics no longer have to give up dessert during the holidays. Sugar is no longer considered the culprit for those who have diabetes according to recent research. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) now considers the biggest dietary risk factor for type 2 diabetics as being overweight due to overeating. When diabetics eat smaller portions and factor in the carbs, they can enjoy an occasional after meal treat. Read more »
The 5th of May is a special date for the people who live in the Mexican state of Puebla, and for millions of people in the United States and around the world. Cinco de May is the day they commemorate Puebla’s win in a hard fought battle with the French in 1862 over their territory. That Puebla was the underdog makes the win that much more satisfying. Interestingly, most other places in Mexico do not celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Every year celebrations around the world honor Mexican heritage and pride, and include mariachi music, festivals, and good food. Read more »
Sugar cookies are a special treat every holiday season. Using holiday shaped cookie cutters make rolled cookies especially fun for children who love to decorate their favorite shaped cookie. Follow the step-by-step sugar cookie recipe below for hours of fun with children of all ages. Read more »
Over the years, Easter has become associated with candy and comes in second only to Halloween in the amount of candy sold world-wide. Although Easter is well known for jelly beans and chocolate eggs, the true Easter candy success story is the wildly popular Marshmallow Peep. Read more »
In the United States the 4th of July, also known as Independence Day, is the day we celebrate our freedom from the British after a long struggle and the loss of many lives. All over the U.S. and across the world, American citizens show their love for their country with parades, fireworks, and food. Most themes tie in the colors of red, white, and blue – the colors of our country’s flag. Read more »
Every year in October, two important dates appear on our calendar. One is Blog action Day and the other is World Food Day. As this site is about food, concentrating on food tips and ideas for various holidays throughout the year, I thought it was time we also recognize those of struggle with the lack of food.
This probably won’t be a popular post for those who don’t want to face the truth about what is going on in the world, but it is a necessary reminder that we need to be mindful of what we have and what others do not.
Most people around the world know all about holiday food and each person has his or her memories of holiday celebrations and the food they enjoyed during that time. You may be surprised to know that every holiday has special foods attached, either as a theme or a special dish to serve. Read more »
Besides getting into costumes, Halloween season is all about Halloween party treats. You aren’t just limited to candy for Halloween party treats.
Here are some wonderful meal and snack ideas that are perfect for that scary party or just a way for all to enjoy the count down till the big night.
Children of all ages enjoy a very special treat that is easy to make. The treat? Easter cupcakes. They can be made in a variety of ways: from scratch, using a cupcake mix, or purchased from your local grocery store bakery. However you choose to make the cupcakes, you will want to get your children involved so that they can get in on the creating and decorating fun with you. For some reason, cupcakes taste much better when you and your kids can make them together. Read more »
One thing I’ve always wished is that I had the creativity that others enjoy. My mother was an art major in college, a second grade teacher, and a master at creating unique art out of everyday items.
As an avid Squidoo enthusiast, I see all kinds of creative lenses. As holiday season will soon be upon us, I wanted to share a lens that uses vegetable and fruit in a surprising way. This is not my lens, nor do I gain any income from sharing it. Read more »
In the United States, over the years the Labor Day weekend has come to officially mark the end of summer. Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day was created in 1882 to honor the social and economic achievements of American workers. Read more »
Fruit Appetizer Recipes For Any Season
Fruit appetizers are especially welcome as many of us keep an eye on our weight no matter what the season. Also, fresh or wh0le frozen fruits are ideal because they are less sweet than canned fruit. Read more »
