Category Archives: Holiday

Fourth of July Crowd Pleasers

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Christina

It’s almost time to set off those fireworks!  The 4th is by far one of my favorite holidays – there’ nothing like the smell of the grill, warm sunshine on my skin and being surrounded by family and friends.  I’ll … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: Buffalo Chicken

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Christina

I’m skiing in the White Mountains this weekend, but my buddy Mike from Beardy Lollipop has been kind enough to guest post – he’s a hilarious guy and has a great recipe for a delicious last minute Super Bowl crowd … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Snacks: The Ultimate Line-Up

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Christina

LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!! With T-minus 2 days ’till kick-off, it’s time to plan your Super Bowl food line-up.  If high school cheering taught me anything, it’s to B-E aggressive, push ‘em back and W-I-N! So be so aggressive … Continue reading →

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Favorite Recipes of 2010

Posted on December 31, 2010 by Christina

T-minus 13 hours until 2011 – can you believe it?  2010 flew by but it was filled with many wonderful trips, experiences and a heck of a lotta good food .  In 2010 I started this blog , celebrated a … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2010

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Christina

Hope everyone had a lovely holiday! I had a great time celebrating with my own family in CT and MA, and am back home on vacation for the week .  Santa was very good to this girl and I’m so … Continue reading →

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Gingerbread Cookies

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Christina

T-minus 3.5 days until Christmas!  Wait, wasn’t it just Thanksgiving?  The season has certainly flown by, but I feel good knowing I’ve indulged in a few of my favorite holiday festivities: a few Christmas parties, decorating the tree with the … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Prep

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Christina

And so it begins…… ….and I’m not cooking any of it.  My job this weekend is to stir, chop, sweep, clean, pour the wine and entertain the 20 guests .  I’m on it! Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! Wishing you all hugs … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Christina

4 days until Halloween!  I guess it’s time I get on the ‘treat’ part of this trick or treat train .  I’m not big into Halloween festive foods that look like bloody fingers, eye balls or bat wings – even … Continue reading →

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What A Weekend!

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Christina

Aaaannndd we’re back!  What an awesome weekend (and two extra days!) I had.  BBQ in Ct, beach in Maine, food, friends, sun, surf…and did I mention food??  .  It was a much needed mini vaca and I’m back feeling refreshed … Continue reading →

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4th of July Sweets Round-Up

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Christina

Whelp, kiddos – the 4th is almost here!  I have a fun-packed weekend (and a little extra vaca time woohoo!) to be spent in Ct and Maine – can.not.wait!  Per usual, I’ll want to bring a little something special (read: … Continue reading →

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