Archive for the ‘Recipes’ Category

The Perfect Christmas Feast

It takes a great deal of effort to prepare for Christmas –what with last minute shopping, wrapping, and tree hunting being top priorities. But keep in mind the family will most likely want food with their holiday cheer. Read more »

Christmas Wines

Wine Country Gift BasketsA celebration isn’t a celebration without Christmas Wine. Read more »

Christmas Dinner

Instead of the same turkey and ham dinner for Christmas, why not try something different and flavorful? Here are a few suggestions. Read more »

Christmas Champagne

Gift BasketsMany people enjoy champagne breakfasts at Christmas and choosing the right champagne all depends on your particular tastes. Read more »

Rum Christmas Cake

There’s a little Captain in everyone. Here is a Rum cake recipe to make your celebration of Christmas even more special. Read more »

Greek Baklava Cake

This Greek desert will make your mouth water. More of a sweet, the Mema’s Baklava is a favorite for Christmas. Read more »

Go Organic This Christmas

Organic ColorsAs we feel the effects of the degradation of our environment more and more, people are beginning to realize that we all need to do our part in saving it. As we enter the Christmas season, it would be a good idea to go organic. Read more »

Last minute Christmas cooking

Christmas PudChristmas time can get a bit too hectic for those people who have left things a bit too late especially their cooking. At times we all get caught on the wrong foot; the secret lies in not letting it affect our reasoning and quick thinking. Read more »

Best Christmas cookies

Christmas Dutch PastryChristmas Cookies, especially freshly baked homemade cookies are as much a part of Christmas as the Christmas tree or Christmas pudding. Traditionally, cookies were quite simple affairs, because until about fifty or so years ago, white sugar and white flour were kept aside only for guests. Most families had some special cookie recipes that were dug out at Christmas time. Read more »

Special Christmas cookies

Chocolate goodiesMake your friends and family feel special this year when you serve freshly baked Christmas cookies and other delectable treats made right at home. The best memories come from the good times in life. Our fondest childhood memories generally are of visits to our Grandparents’ house at Christmas time, more specifically Grandma’s cookie table piled high with dozens of different varieties. Read more »