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In the fast-paced world of bucket list destination stylized for Instagram worthy snaps, it's hard to go back to iconic vacations with long drives and unplanned stops. But a few days in eastern Dutchess County, visiting wineries, staying at a proper BNB, and scenic afternoon hikes reminded me of just how uplifting those less than...
We spent 9 days on the Hawaiian island of Oahu for under $2000 (including flights)! Here's how... Hawaii, a dream vacation. For us, yes. We needed a getaway that would recharge our batteries, get us outside to play, and that we could do on a very cheap budget. Is it possible to have a cheap...
Quick, no-fail and a guaranteed holiday crowd pleaser! From goodie bags to decorating the dessert bar, this Mint Swirl Dark Chocolate Bark is the perfect easy recipe to master! This post was sponsored by Southern Kitchen to show off their classic selection of fine cooking tools - but the thoughts, opinions, and deliciousness expressed below...
Say cheers! Enjoy this fun spin on a holiday cocktail, the Baileys Pumpkin Vanilla Silk Martini. Every year I celebrate the holiday season on PasstheSushi with new cocktails. One because, the holidays (right.... you know what I'm talking about) and two, because seriously, even though it's crazy stressful, I love the holidays. And holiday drinks...
A quick and easy adult cocktail perfect for fun social gatherings using fun flavorful ingredients from the Mike's Hard varieties! This one features the Glacier Berry - with some fresh berries and a spritz of seasonal flavor - it's the perfect cocktail to greet your guests! {Skip ahead to the cocktail recipe!} Today I am...
Warm yourself up with this perfect holiday breakfast. Spiked Eggnog Belgian Waffles with Warmed Boozy Syrup is the perfect recipe for brunch or bringing a little festive flavor to any special winter breakfast menu. These waffles come out thick and full of flavor - just what you what when you aren't nibbling on holiday cookies...
Shortbread is delicious. So is rum... And this Rum-Praline Shortbread? Well, you are going to have to try making it for yourself. Mine is all gone at this point... Santa is packing up the sleigh and reading for his ride. The reindeer are nibbling on their candy canes and fueling up. Elves are putting in...
This Eggnog Frangelico Gelato combines the hazelnut overtones of Frangelico with a Nutella swirl into a soft creamy eggnog base. You know that old saying that nice things come in small packages? Well that's what comes to mind with today's post. Even though the end of the year has been kind to me with the...
It's full on gift giving season now whether you're ready or not. Lucky for you, I was brainstorming with a friend of mine and we came up with the idea of a great little stocking just for foodies! If you are looking for some inspiration for your culinary inspired friends, we got you covered! Wine Pump I can't...
I am a total sucker for an easy recipe, and it doesn't get much better than this single-serve banana bread mug cake for that. 1 banana, 5 minutes, and like magic, a personal cake just for you. The best and most effortless healthy mug cake banana recipe is here! A light and fluffy bread recipe...
Chocolate chip cookies made with two types of chocolate chips will always trump single chocolate chip cookies. You need this cookie recipe in your life. I'm not good at Christmas Lists. Santa asks for a list and I can't think of what to ask for (though, he will debate with me about the truth to that...
Peanut butter Oreo popsicles are going to become your new favorite frozen treat. Trust me on this! I'm sure I have burnt you out on popsicle recipes this summer, but pity me for I am ice cream maker-less. Not that I can really complain, because I don't have a vast amount of space in the freezer for one anyway....
Peeps are everywhere you look this time of the year. They are sweet, sticky marshmallow candies with a colored sugar coating, and I have some wild ideas of how to use them this Easter. As you walk through any market, you know spring has sprung on February 15th, when the aisles are packed with the...
Homemade white bread, when it's still warm from the oven, and slathered with butter. Comfort food and then some. There's no better tasting bread than this recipe! Remember that whole bit about not being a spoiled brat. Yeah, throw that out the window because this year I was indeed spoiled rotten for Christmas. First of...
This easy fudge recipe is going to become your "go-to" chocolate fudge recipe for the holidays. There's no fuss about it. Just ask Santa or Mrs. Claus. They'll tell you! The other day my co-worker asked my boss and I when is the right time to explain the 'truth' about Santa to his little boy. His son is getting...
Candy cane marshmallows with chocolate are an easy, festive snack and they make the perfect hostess gift during the December holiday season! Put on your pearls, lace up those apron strings and get ready to play little Suzie Homemaker, because you won't be spending much time in the kitchen for this one and everyone will...
Chocolate mint cupcakes. The chocolate mint flavored cupcake is rich and moist, and the chocolate buttercream frosting is creamy and sweet. It's dessert perfection! It's November and time is flying by to ring in the end of the year. My holiday haters can dance with their hands over their eyes cringing at the ads for...
I love my some Christmas cheer but everything gets so stressful at times. My uncles birthday is New Years Eve and that stinks cuz he never gets a party just for himself, but on the other hand, the whole world celebrates his birthday. Kind of. So we were finally able to get together Thursday night...