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How to: Open a Bottle of Champagne

Now the holidays are fast approaching the bubbly will start flying. Okay hopefully not really because if you open a bottle of champagne properly it won’t go flying across the room. Opening a bottle of champagne can be a little tricky if you’re not sure how to go about it. Champagne has [...]

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Homemade Egg Nog

Homemade egg nog is a delicious, light and creamy treat this time of year.  This is my dad’s recipe that I grew up enjoying (minus the alcohol of course) and I hope he is okay with me sharing it.  It’s just so good that I have to share with you so you can make it and share [...]

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Refreshing Holiday Punch

Year after year we spend so much time planning and preparing a wonderful Thanksgiving feast.  I’m not sure about yourself but I don’t give beverages much consideration.  So this year add a festive punch to your menu.  It’s makes for a beautiful centerpiece and conversational piece as well.  This is a really easy recipe that [...]

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Cucumber Sake Sangria

Summer is the perfect time to have friends over for a nice refreshing cocktail. Why not take a few extra minutes to WOW your guest with a little something unique like, Cucumber Sake Sangria. Here is a recipe for sangria with a light, fun, and refreshing twist.

Ingredients:

1 large seedless cucumber
2 C. water
2/3 C. [...]

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Summer Refreshments

Many parties that I go to always have incredible food, but often what I see lacking is amazing refreshments to go along with their spectacular entrees.
Next time your having a dinner party or birthday party or even a simple dinner at home avoid the sugary sodas and focus on delicious refreshments!
Sweet Limeade

Ingredients (serves 6):
1 cup [...]

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Dinner Party Dessert: Cappuccino Souffle

I’m not a huge coffee lover but everyone I know is a huge fan. They’ll drink it in the morning, when they’re working and/or after dinner - It can even be replaced as a dessert!
This is a great recipe for all coffee-lovers and even if you’re not, you’ll be sure to enjoy this lovely Cappuccino Souffle Dessert [...]

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