All posts filed under: Christmas

Food: Apple Cider French Crullers

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Yes I am on a French kick today for sure.  This morning I was craving something sweet, and as always the internet knows exactly what I am thinking because there is this recipe I found which will certainly satisfy the sweet cravings: Ingredients 1 cup apple cider 1 stick butter 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 cinnamon stick 1 cup all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3-4 eggs Chai Glaze 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1/4 teaspoon all-spice 1/4 teaspoon cardamom 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Gift Wrapping Ideas

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I love a uniquely wrapped gift, so I am always searching for ideas whether spending hours in a specialty store for gift wraps, an artist store for paint and paper, or online I pin-up my favorites and use them throughout the year for the perfectly wrapped gift. Here’s what I mean for this year’s Christmas wrappings:

Interesting Holiday Etiquette and What Not

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Here’s an interesting article of how and what the French do – etiquette wise –   for the holidays season. Decorate Simply Decorate Indoors Only Wrap Up and put away decor Before New Year’s Eve Swap Eggnog for Champagne Indulge in Amuses-Bouche Mix Up Your Main Course Show off your desserts No doggie bag No speech at the table Kiss everyone – no matter who they are