Most of us need no reminder that the busiest entertaining season of the year is barreling down on us like a runaway train! There is no turning back and before we can blink, we will be inundated with parents, in-laws, siblings, and friends. Whether they are staying for an hour or a few days, they will be looking forward to some tasty treats from our kitchen. And, because it is the season of joy and good will toward men, we cannot disappoint! Honestly, I love a "traditional" meal or snack as … [Read more...]
Holiday Cash Giveaway $205 USD Open WorldWide
December 5, 2013 by · 34 Comments
We all know we are coming up on a very busy and expensive time of the year. Whether for buying gifts, travelling, baking or decorating the house, wouldn't an extra $205.00 come in handy? If you answered yes to that question, I have the perfect giveaway to share with you! This awesome holiday giveaway for $205 USD PayPal cash is open World Wide from Dec. 5- Dec 19th. Winner will be emailed as soon as chosen and will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. All entries … [Read more...]
With President’s Choice® There is No Need to Suffer from Holiday Withdrawal!
January 17, 2013 by · 6 Comments
I'm having holiday withdrawal! I don't know about you, but I always feel a bit of a let down when the last fir needle is in the vacuum bag and the garland and ornaments have been safely stashed until next December. Festive family gatherings, friends dropping by and lots of yummy goodies are all just a memory and the dog days of winter are firmly taking hold...blah! … [Read more...]
Wassail Punch {#ChristmasRecipes}
December 23, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Just in time for holiday entertaining, here is another great recipe from the Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes book. {Reprinted with permission} Excerpted from Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes: 1485 Favorites from the World's #1 Food & Entertaining Magazine By Taste of Home {Photo courtesy of Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes} Wassail Punch Yield: about 3-½ quarts Prep/total time: 25 min. Cloves and cinnamon dress up a blend of fruit juices for special occasions. The spicy … [Read more...]
Health Canada ~ Food Safety Tips for the Holidays {Healthy Living}
December 18, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Food Safety Tips ~ Food is an important part of many holiday celebrations. However, many of the foods found at holiday parties, such as baked goods, eggnog, cider, seafood and turkey, can carry viruses, bacteria or parasites that could cause foodborne illness ("food poisoning"). Health Canada would like to remind all Canadians of some basic steps they can take to help reduce the risk of foodborne illness during the holiday season. … [Read more...]
Homemade Eggnog {Recipes}
December 13, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Just in time for holiday entertaining, here is a great recipe from the Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes book. {Reprinted with permission} {Photo courtesy of Taste of Home: Best Loved Recipes} … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ PlayStation 3 Uncharted 3: Bundle {Giveaway}
November 20, 2012 by · 6 Comments
Hosted by: Mom Blog Society | Geeky Gamer Mom | Jackie's Reviews | Mom Does Reviews | Twinkle Monkey | Route 249 | Swank Savings | S.O.S Mom | Bay Area Mommy | Giveaway Bandit | Keeping Your Cents | Ohayo Okasan Just in time for the holidays we’re giving away one PlayStation 3 Uncharted 3: Bundle. Event dates: 11/20 - 12/10 … [Read more...]
Iams Home 4 the Holidays!!
November 17, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Iams Home 4 the Holidays has grown to become one of the most successful pet adoption and shelter-support campaigns in the world. … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ Win a Melissa & Doug “Trunki” {2012 Holiday Gift Guide}
November 8, 2012 by · 103 Comments
Over 24 years ago Melissa & Doug started their company in the garage of the home where Doug grew up! The brand has exploded but their philosophy has remained the same - to make each and every customer a happy and permanent member of the Melissa & Doug family, while offering products with tremendous value, quality and design. The Melissa & Doug line features a huge variety of products including Personalized Gifts, Best Toys for Birthdays, Classic Toys, Arts and Crafts, Food … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ OMG’s Candy Review & Giveaway {2012 Holiday Gift Guide}
November 8, 2012 by · 112 Comments
OMG's, what a delicious treat to have on hand this holiday season! Not only will you want to stuff these into all the Christmas stocking, you will also want to have this scrumptious candy on hand to add to your sweet trays or simply pour into decorative bowls to tempt all your holiday visitors. … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ Men’s Diesel Watch – Can/US/UK {Giveaway}
October 24, 2012 by · 7 Comments
With Christmas right around the corner, it is time to start thinking of what to buy the men in our lives. We have the joy of participating in an awesome giveaway hosted by First Class Watches to help get our men the perfect gift! Check out some information on the Diesel watch being given away! … [Read more...]