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2018 Holiday Gift Guide

Maris Callahan — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 21:06:15 +0000

I know, I know. Another 2018 holiday gift guide? There are truly so many out there and so many of them have wonderful ideas. Last year, I think I shopped for more than half of my list from my friend Nicole’s holiday gift guide and wanted to offer the same kind of thoughtful, personalized recommendations here. Because a number of my friends told me that last year’s holiday gift guide actually did help them shop for their friends and family I wanted to do a 2018 Holiday Gift Guide — this time with more gift ideas and a new category! PS: Some of the links below are affiliate, which means I’ll get a small commission if you purchase through my links (at no cost to you). HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FOR THE HOME COOK Everyday Dorie: I’ve long since been a Dorie Greenspan fan. I think of her as the Julia Child of our generation and having had the pleasure of meeting her years ago at a blogging conference, am certain she is every bit as gracious, talented and passionate about her craft. Her latest book, Everyday Dorie, is a must on every cookbook shelf. $23. Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Here’s the hard, honest […]

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12 Luxe Stocking Stuffers or Small Gifts

Maris Callahan — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 04:24:36 +0000

When you hang your stockings by the chimney with care this year, get excited because there are so many fun pocket-sized goodies to fill them. Whether you’re looking for stocking stuffers for a girlfriend, mom, sister or friend, there’s no need to limit yourself to candy and new socks. Here are stocking stuffers that any lady will love. Luxe Stocking Stuffers Charlotte Tilbury Instant Eye Palette: Go from day to night with these luxe shades of eye shadow from Charlotte Tilbury. From day to night and winter to summer, this will become her go-to palette. $75. Leather Sunglass Case: Even your sunnies deserve a pretty bag. This pretty leather case from Cuyana will keep your sunglasses safe and $85. ‘With Bells On’ Flask: For making spirits bright, wherever you go. With this flask by Emily Current and Meritt Elliot for Pottery Barn, you’re primed to BYOB. $25. Tessa Gold Stud Earrings: $50. Perfect for everyday wear or a date night out, these sparkly gold studs are a holiday must-have. Gemstone iPhone Case: Protect your tech with this naturally stylish, slim but durable iPhone case. Fits the iPhone 6, 7 or 8 and iPhone 6, 7 or 8 Plus. $20. Sugarfina […]

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2017 Holiday Gift Guide

Maris Callahan — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 19:39:57 +0000

Holiday gift shopping couldn’t be easier this year. You can literally shop for everyone on your list without lifting a finger – or a heavy shopping bag – and you can do it all with a laptop and a glass of wine from the comfort of your living room. I did some of the leg work so you don’t have to and rounded up dozens of gift ideas for the home cook, the consummate hostess, the homebody and the wine lover. The Home Cook People who love to cook (and incidentally, people who love to eat) are the easiest people to shop for, for holiday gifts. The kitchen is an endless arena of serving dishes, small appliances and other culinary trinkets that will delight the chef on your list. Ceramic Bake Dish: Modern and minimalist, this ceramic Bake baking dish from Rae Dunn is the perfect vessel for gooey chocolate brownies. You’re welcome. $39. Comfort Food Cookbook: Nourish the body and soul with the stick-to-your-ribs recipes in this delectable cookbook from Williams-Sonoma. $30. Grow and Infuse Olive Oil Kit: Step up your chef game with a starter kit to grow your own rosemary and infuse your own olive oil. $40. Eat Bookends: We […]

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Edible Holiday Hostess Gifts

Maris Callahan — Sat, 17 Dec 2016 01:52:12 +0000

You’ve heard me talk a lot lately about holiday cookies and how to host a simple holiday brunch. If you aren’t hosting, then at some point this holiday season, you’re going to find yourself asking the age-old question: what can I bring? Edible Arrangements is best known for its fresh fruit bouquets and gourmet chocolate dipped fruit, but also offers holiday arrangements and gift baskets that are beautiful, delicious and perfect gifts for any occasion. Edible Arrangements is a great solution for those days when you feel like doing absolutely zero baking, the last-minute parties that pop up or the times when the cake you were making turned out totally horrible, you got frustrated, threw the whole thing in the garbage and have nothing to bring (maybe I’m projecting a little on the last point). Because Edible Arrangements offers same day delivery, you can pick up holiday hostess gifts if you don’t have time to bake or you can bring a fun basket of goodies if you need a dessert for a large group. When It’s a Hostess Gift When you’re going to a party and you weren’t asked to bring anything, the hostess gift is always a good idea and a Merry Christmas […]

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Homemade Chocolate Fudge

Maris Callahan — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 13:00:00 +0000

If you can’t stand the crowds at the malls and want to save the money you’d spend on shipping gifts ordered online on other things (like Friday night cocktails or a pre-holiday pedicure) then homemade gifts are really your last option. For those of you who like to cook and bake, this is a good thing. For those of you who “eat to live,” rather than “live to eat” I have got you covered. I’ll never understand you. But I’ve got you covered. I know that your blood sugar is probably increasing rapidly just from reading this blog lately and I swear, I am eating things besides chocolate, butter and sugar (and a combination of the three). But what I am also doing is baking holiday treats to share with friends and family. Homemade fudge is a simple gift to make and give – it doesn’t require oven time and only calls for a few ingredients. It’s also rich, so a little goes a long way. Homemade Fudge Makes 24 pieces What You Need: 3 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 1/4 tsp sea salt 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract How-To: Line a square 8 […]

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