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The Art of the Antipasti Tray

In my family, we have taken the humble antipasti tray and turned it into a focal point of all our celebratory dinners. The word antipasti means “before the meal," but...

The Art of the Antipasti Tray

By A Guest Writer

Easy Peppermint Patty Recipe

Jessica Marcy

Everyone loves candy. I mean, sure, we all might have our different preferences, but there’s something out there for everyone. Learning to make candies at home can prove to be...

Easy Peppermint Patty Recipe

By Jessica Marcy

Dia de los Muertos Tea Party with Mexican Cinnamon Drink

Krista Bjorn

Skulls made out of sugar may seem like a bizarre feature for a fabulous tea party, but on Dia de los Muertos -- The Day of the Dead -- they...

Dia de los Muertos Tea Party with Mexican Cinnamon Drink

By Krista Bjorn

Soup and a Scone (with Maple Scone Recipe)

Jessica Marcy

Typically scones are thought of as something that comes out sweet, and not savory. However, sometimes something a little more savory is what really hits the spot. This maple scone...

Soup and a Scone (with Maple Scone Recipe)

By Jessica Marcy

Pumpkin Spice: Hot Buttered Rum and White Chocolate Truffles

Sandy Smith

Pumpkin Spice Season is here! How can you tell? First, it’s hard to miss the store displays of pumpkin spice everything, from coffee to chips to beer to room deodorizers....

Pumpkin Spice: Hot Buttered Rum and White Chocolate Truffles

By Sandy Smith

Pumpkin Scones with Spiked Orange-Pumpkin Iced Tea

Sandy Smith

Pumpkin and spice and everything nice make this pairing of Spiked Orange-Pumpkin Iced Tea and rich, tender Spiced Pumpkin Scones a perfect combo for fall brunch or tea time. You...

Pumpkin Scones with Spiked Orange-Pumpkin Iced Tea

By Sandy Smith

Things to Put in Pancakes

Krista Bjorn

Pancakes are a fantastic food. Easy to make, delicious hot or cold, and, when it comes to things to put in pancakes, the options are endless. It all starts with...

Things to Put in Pancakes

By Krista Bjorn

Pumpkin Spice Cider Cocktail and Sorbet

Sandy Smith

Fall is apple cider time! Here are two recipes that make the most of the season’s apple cider -- be sure to get freshly pressed cider if possible. The Pumpkin...

Pumpkin Spice Cider Cocktail and Sorbet

By Sandy Smith

The Best Bread for Tea Sandwiches

Krista Bjorn

Tea sandwiches are such a delicious accompaniment to a fragrant cup of tea, but finding the best bread for tea sandwiches can be a challenge. You want something substantial that...