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DIY Reindeer Hot Chocolate Christmas Ornament

Make this reindeer hot chocolate gift this Christmas. Hang your DIY reindeer Christmas ornament on your tree or give to family and friends.
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Delicious Pairings: A Last-Minute Gift Idea

Starbucks and The Bakery Delicious Pairings

Looking for a delicious treat to surprise a neighbor, teacher, or friend this holiday season?  Try a delicious pairing of Starbucks Holiday Blend and Walmart's 'The Bakery' baked goods.  Don't forget to buy some for yourself too, the coffee and bakery item really do make a delicious pair, and a perfect brunch.

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How to Make Oreo Reindeer Cookies for Christmas

These Oreo reindeer cookies are perfect for all of your holiday parties and are a delicious treat for the kids to make too.
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Cardamom Nankaties Inspired by the Life of Pi

Have you seen the Life of Pi yet?  Or read the book?  It's supposed to be amazing.  I have the book, and cannot wait to grab a few quiet moments to start reading it.

Did you know that World Market are selling Life of Pi products in-store.  If you love Indian food, homewares and collectibles, then you will love this collection.

Inspired by the movie I made Cardamom Nankaties.  I have a deep love for Indian food.

Cardamom Nankaties inspired by the Life of Pi
Ingredients:

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5 Tips for Holiday Cookie Decorating With Kids

This cookie decorating party is perfect for classrooms, or having fun with family, friends and neighbors this holiday season.
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Holly Cupcakes

Remember when I made the ice cream cake for Jay's birthday?  Well there was a little leftover cake mix so ...
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Chocolate Caramel Chunk Ice Cream Cake

 

Doesn't every celebration deserve a cake? And this one is absolutely delicious.

Chocolate Caramel Ice Cream Cake
It has been on my bucket list for a while to make an ice cream cake. I've never made one before, so I'm quite proud of my first attempt. It was quite a bit of trial and error, but it's worth it and is a perfect addition to your holiday parties.

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Sweet Creations Peppermint Bark

Want to make a delicious holiday treat for teachers, neighbors, or friends this holiday season?  Take a look at these:

Homemade peppermint bark
I simply adore peppermint bark, but this is such a fun way to make it and is so easy to do.

What you need:

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Turkey Oreo Cookies Idea for Thanksgiving

Kids are going to have so much decorating and eating these turkey Oreo cookies this Thanksgiving. Make sure they make enough for everyone.
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Fresh & Easy Holiday Recipes

Last week I attended a Fresh & Easy Holiday Party at Sur La Table

We enjoyed delicious appetizers and wine (from Fresh & Easy of course), had cooking lessons with Chef Cynthia, ate a delicious Thanksgiving dinner, made our way through dessert, then rolled ourselves home.

Seriously I ate so much I don't think I ate again until the afternoon the next day. It was all so yummy, and I cannot wait to try out a few new dishes next week for Thanksgiving.

Don't these appetizers look delicious. 

Fresh and easy appetizers

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