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Chocolate & Blackberry Harvest Cocktail…

Wouldn't you be thrilled if someone told you that you are unique, and so they are going to name a recipe or a drink on your name - something that reflects you as an individual, your unique personality and choices? I bet you would, and that's precisely how I felt when I was approached by the BACARDI® group, via GLAM, to try a new Cocktail Recipe that highlights me and my personal taste! They sent me a questionnaire asking about the flavors I loved in a cocktail, and then the talented mixologists at BACARDI® came up with a custom Drink recipe that is unique to me and my personality. See that lovely Orange drink in the picture? with a hint of … [Read More...]

Blackberry Yogurt Popsicles…

I am really sad that Northern California did not have a good cherry season this year - cherry picking didn't even last for one full weekend, and bags of cherries were gone even from the supermarkets before I could grab a few to relish, forget freezing them for the rest of the year! Nevertheless, I am happy that berries are still available, and are a great substitute for cherries in making baked desserts and frozen treats. Last week, I came across a lovely popsicle recipe on the BetterBee foundation's website. They promote use of local honey, and how it can replace sugar in almost any recipe. Anyways, my daughter loves Popsicles - which 4 year … [Read More...]

Kid-Friendly Apple & Peanut Butter Sandwiches…

When it comes to lunch-box options, there are some items in the pantry that always come to your rescue, like fruits, any kind of nut butter, granola, what thins, bread, pasta, etc. I am sure Fruits will always be a part of your child's lunch or snack, but eating the same thing can get repetitive and lose its charm. So its a good idea to shake things up a bit, or come up with innovative ways to serve your food, especially when its about pleasing your kids, and getting them to eat their food without much cribbing! Colorful and irregular shapes are a hit with the kids, and a spin on the shapes and presentation can have them gobble up their … [Read More...]

5 Ways to Spruce Up Your Summer Drinks…

Summer means long nights of sipping bright beverages on beautiful open patios. Trends in summer drinks focus on the continuance of the farm to table movement, as well as place an emphasis on high quality. On trend beverage lists feature drinks concocted with an alchemy of local and fresh ingredients. Its very easy to add a new variety and dimension to simple summer drinks by adding a few twists to the ingredients. You can indulge in frozen mixers or packaged drink options, but its better to stock up on a few essential ingredients at home, and see how you can spruce up your drinks without any added cost. The following is a list of ideas, … [Read More...]

Eight New Personalized Gifts for Dads & Grads…

There is always someone special in your life and what better way to show them how special they are than a personalized gift. Below are a list of gift ideas that are perfect for any occasion, weddings, anniversaries, or just because you are feeling grateful. The vacation season is upon us, and there will be lots of occasions coming up which will compel you to succumb to the art of selecting gifts! Whether its a Graduation, Father's Day, Mother's Day, a Homecoming, a Housewarming or any other summer event, choosing a gift can be difficult. But with a little thought, you can come up with ideas for gifts that will fill your heart with joy because … [Read More...]

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