Holidays, Savor

Easter Hot Cocoa DIY

March 16
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Easter hot cocoa makes a delicious holiday treat.  But if you package it up in a cute mason jar, it makes a wonderful gift too!  What makes Easter cocoa different than traditional?  It’s a pretty pink pastel color with a mild flavor to match!  Today I’m going to share the easy recipe and DIY wrappings to dress it up for the holiday.  You can tuck it in an Easter basket or just deliver it to a friend…either way it will be a yummy surprise!  Let’s get in the kitchen for a little springtime fun!

holiday hot cocoa…Easter bunny approved!

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Strawberries and Chocolate Breakfast Treat!

March 10
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Strawberries and chocolate are delicious together!  They make a wonderful dessert…but have you thought about the combo for breakfast?  I happened upon a box of chocolate strawberry cereal and it became the inspiration for a fun, morning treat!  Today I’m sharing how to take this flavor idea and turn it into a tray of deliciousness for a breakfast surprise.  All you need to do is gather some simple goodies and you can begin the day on a sweet note!

strawberries and chocolate…for a good morning!

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St. Patrick’s Day Snack “Parfaits”

March 3
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St. Patrick’s Day snack “parfaits” are a savory alternative to serve to your leprechauns this holiday!  Now that March is here all the shenanigans are getting underway…but celebrating doesn’t have to be hard!  Each year I try to come up with a few ideas for St. Paddy’s day fun.  Cupcakes, soda bread, krispie treats are all goodies we’ve indulged on during the days leading up to the 17th!  I’m sure I’ll still serve up some sugar…but I thought I’d try a new twist this year!  I hope you love this SUPER easy snack idea and a festive way to dish it up!  Keeping it simple & savory today…

snack “parfaits” for a lucky holiday!

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Springtime Table Inspiration

February 24
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Springtime table inspiration can help us think ahead to warmer holidays!  I don’t know about you, but I’m beyond ready for a new season and the blooms it brings.  And since gathering around the table is how most of us celebrate these days, I thought I’d jump ahead and start sharing some fresh ideas!  Spring brings holiday celebrations like Easter and Mother’s Day, but it also inspires us to share special breakfasts or brunches for no real reason at all!  I think it’s a season that makes us feel refreshed & hopeful for new beginnings, so why not have plenty of any-day-celebrations around a pretty table!  Today I’m sharing some simple ideas with hints of Easter…it’s early this year so it’s OK to start thinking ahead!  I hope you enjoy it…

egg-cellent springtime table

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Irish Soda Bread…with a Twist

February 19
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Irish soda bread is something I serve every St. Patrick’s Day!  It’s a holiday tradition my family loves and looks forward to each year!  Typically, Irish soda bread calls for caraway seeds and raisins…neither of which are favorites of my boys.  Tweaking the recipe allowed me to omit certain ingredients and make room for new ones!  But even though there’s an unexpected flavor, this rendition has the same unique texture with a dense, soft & crumby inside with slightly crisp top.  It’s a delicious bread for a holiday breakfast, a snack, or to serve aside your corned beef and Irish stew.  You’ll love how easy it is to bake this quick bread without any fuss!

Irish soda bread…served sweetly!

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A Popcorn Bar for Valentine’s Day!

February 10
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A popcorn bar is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!  Not only is it delicious but it can be so easy to create for some delicious holiday joy!  Happy Hearts Day is just around the corner and this festive idea might be something your family will love. The great thing about popcorn?  It’s a wonderful treat for ANY kind of occasion!  I’m really happy to share this inspiration with you today with help from my friends Grand Rapids Popcorn and Sunshine Tulip Design!  With a click of your mouse, you can grab everything you need to make a popcorn buffet that will have hearts a flutter! So share the joy…

peace, love & popcorn!

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Festive Treat Ideas for Valentine’s Day!

February 3
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Festive treat ideas are always fun to have on hand…especially for holidays!  Even better?  When they’re super easy AND delicious!  Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away already.  And since many of us will still be celebrating small & at home, special treats will be a welcome surprise! Today I have three really fun and simple-to-create goodies that will make the holiday even sweeter!  Everything is super easy and you can find all the “ingredients” at the local grocer.   A few favorite party supplies sprinkled in and you’ve got a top-notch treat that will make hearts & tummies happy!

festive treats for your holiday peeps!

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A Hot Cocoa Bomb Charcuterie for Valentine’s Day!

January 27
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A hot cocoa bomb charcuterie is a really delicious way to surprise your peeps on Valentine’s Day!  It’s so easy to do too!  Just pile your favorite cocoa toppings and holiday sweets on a tray and you’ll have a toasty treat that won’t disappoint!  Cocoa bombs are such a fun new trend and if you feel inclined, you can try making them yourself! But if you’re not up to the task (like me) you can often find them available through local bakers or candy shops.  And if you can’t get your hands on some before the holiday…a simple cocoa mix from the grocer will taste just a yummy with all the fun extras you provide! And speaking of the extras…you can find everything I used at grocery or big box stores!  So let me share this easy inspiration that will let your Valentine know you think they’re “the bomb”!

share the love with a cocoa bomb charcuterie!

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A Simple Valentine…Boho Style!

January 20
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A simple Valentine treat with a Boho twist might be a great way to celebrate the holiday this year!  This decorative style is so trendy & fun and will blend beautifully with Valentine decor!  If you’re not familiar…the short definition is it’s a way of blending colors, styles and textures in an eclectic way.  Often using grasses, wicker, jute, and globally inspired materials.  So today I’m going to share how I easily transformed a Christmas wreath into a Bohemian inspired addition for my Valentine’s Day treat-table. It looks so pretty and made my buffet look grand even though it was only holding the simplest goodies.   I’m also going to share my new favorite frosting recipe that’s so delicious and perfect for happy hearts day!  So let’s get into the Boho vibes…

and serve up a simple Valentine!

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Apples and Cheese Appetizer Board!

January 13
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Apples and cheese are a tasty combination in my opinion!  The crisp bite of the fruit paired with the nutty creaminess of many cheeses makes for a flavorful appetizer.  And since we might be entertaining small for a while longer, we can still enjoy the little things that bring simple joys!  So today I’d like to share an easy AND tasty appetizer treat for a casual evening at home.  This little board might be small but it will tickle your taste buds and contains some healthier options too! I’d also like to introduce to you my friends at A Dutch Masterpiece and to the yummy Opal apple.  If you don’t know either…you’re in for a delicious treat!  Let’s get ready for the weekend…with an apple and cheese board made for two!

apples and cheese for a simple night in!

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