Family gatherings, traveling, hosting, busy party schedules and, of course, food are the hallmarks of the holiday season. From Pistachio-Citrus Rugelach at a party to the experimental Grilled Turkey at the big meal, the food is a highlight just as much as the gifts and vacation time. While health isn't always top of mind, here are some ways to maintain your feel-good goals through to year's end while still enjoying that special day...
It's no secret that we're huge fans of seafood: it's a delicious and, most importantly, sustainable source of protein. Not to mention, producing seafood requires dramatically less energy than other animals. For example, it only takes one pound of feed to create one pound of fish, but for meat and poultry it can require up to nine times as much feed. Supporting sustainable seafood choices is a win-win for us all...
This One Simple Trick Will Make You the Coolest Host Ever
Room temperature vodka is a travesty. You want that stuff as cold as possible. That's a given. But how do you manage that while throwing a party? Trips to the freezer are annoying, and you want the booze to keep flowing freely. It would be great if you could just coat your bottles in ice and forget about them. Good thing you can do exactly that...
It's Time to Season Your Cast Iron Skillet. Here's How.
So, you bought a cast iron skillet. It's easy to do, so there's no reason to put it off any longer you read all about what not to do to it (step away from the soap.) You used it to make some really amazing dinners and very memorable desserts. And if you've really gotten into using your skillet, chances are it has gotten a little abuse after all this cooking...
There's not much about cold weather that can't be made better with hot cocoa. Invite friends and family in for a mug, take a thermos on a winter outing, or curl up with a cozy cup anytime for a dose of winter sustenance. Kids love it, of course, but it's also very grown-up (and extra warming!) with everything from a pinch of spice to a splash of liqueur. From simple to celebratory, here's the lowdown on this uplifting beverage:
