My mind is wandering off this day to… A weekend in the mountains Thanksgiving Places where time stood still This amazing site with all things the perfect Thanksgiving Dinner When to decorate for Christmas Finding a horse drawn carriage experience How about you?
A co-worker of mine tucked away in a far far away place – somewhere in the northern hemisphere asked if I were celebrating Thanksgiving with family this year. Sure, I said, with my every day family. I’m cooking as usual, but not the traditional turkey, which for years, I’ve mentioned not a popular bird in our home. So chicken it will be, plus all the trimmings I don’t mind making enough for leftovers. Because you see the week after thanksgiving will be the busiest week at my day job. and oh before I forget – check out this handy guide to finding just about any recipe – Thanksgiving or not. What are you doing this thanksgiving? Will you be travelling to family, staying home, or not even considering the holiday for any number of reasons?
We tend to stress the most about presentation, I think. Because after the cooking and baking some of your best of recipes, it is important to make the most impressionable presentation of your signature dish and otherwise to draw your guest to the table or buffet. So here’s a list of creative thanksgiving decor and this one for those tapped out of ideas: {featured image source}
I am a firm believer that hosting Thanksgiving can actually be therapeutic for those who enjoy cooking or baking. But if you dread the idea and wished you hadn’t volunteered to host, here are a few great suggestions to follow – just click on the below photos:
I woke up early this morning. By early I mean 4 a.m. – usually because my dog is working on the old time – his clock being 5 a.m. and ready for his breakfast. I don’t mind, he’s aging and I am not going to try to teach my old dog new tricks. He is the king of this castle, and I am okay with that. The first thing I did after his feeding, is grab my laptop and got back into bed. Actually fluffed my pillows and sat, in bed, aiming to write a post. Since I haven’t for a few days – thanks to having to shift gears last week, and working long hours to meet a demanding deadline. On Saturday I decided to drive down to Stanford and hang around the mall. I needed a bit of happy chaos, and to get ideas for the coming holidays. I knew that most of the mall would already be decorated for Christmas, with a bit of detail intertwined about the Thanksgiving holiday. The smell of …
Those who tell you they don’t love a great floral arrangement are ones that are fibbing. Floral arrangements, no matter the occasion, bring the kind of joy that is unsurpassed. So if you need a tip or two on how to create that special or unique bouquet of flowers for the holidays – or just for the Fall season, then here are some tips to pass on as well as share with you some of my favorite arrangements: Happiest of birthday MOM – You are truly a gem like no other and the most stable part of my life. I love you
Slow down October! What’s the rush? I mean, I was in a department store the other day and walked past the holiday decor section, only to discover there are now holiday specific sections as follows: All Halloween items on sale. Thanksgiving in full display and full-price and Christmas on pre-sale. I had to step back for a moment and jar my memory about what day and month that it was. I don’t really like to shop for Thanksgiving or Christmas in mid to late September but I suppose everyone is doing everything they can to stay competitive with ETSY or otherwise online speciality sites offering up the most unique of decorations and in abundance. Anyway, just figured I’d throw that out there before I share the following:
This site is my go-to for most any dish. Whether dinner for the family or a simple get-together appetizer ideas. So it’s no wonder I turn to HalfBakedHarvest for my Thanksgiving menu inspiration. The site truly cuts down on all the guesswork and stress. For example check out the “prix fixe” concept also known as menu guide BREAKFAST Tip: I always start the morning off with a good breakfast. We eat a little later than most, so breakfast is essential. Pumpkin Spice French Toast with Cider Syrup COCKTAILS Tip: both cocktails can be made a day in advance (see directions with recipes). Cranberry Thyme Spritz (party punch!) Pomegranate Ginger Paloma APPETIZERS Tip: each appetizer can be prepped a day in advance and warmed before serving. The acorn squash can be eaten at room temp. Honey Butter Roasted Acorn with Burrata and Pomegranate Pastry Wrapped Baked Brie with Maple Butter Roasted Apples Simple Salty Sweet Potato Skin Chips MAINS Tip: the lasagna can be made a few days ahead and baked before serving Herb and Butter Roasted Turkey with White …
I sort of like these unique ideas for decorating for Thanksgiving – and as always felt the need to share them with all of you. I wonder how many of these the kids can help with? Ideas are from here, here, and here And from here and here’s another idea
I try to change it up every year, in terms of side dishes or even a starter when I am hosting a get-together for the holidays – in the U.S. meaning to clarify – Thanksgiving or a party between the holidays. So, this amazing dish with honey butter roasted acorn, burrata and pomegranate made it on my menu for Thanksgiving: INGREDIENTS 2 acorn squash, seeded and cut into wedges 4 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey, plus more for drizzling 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste kosher salt and pepper 2-3 balls burrata cheese extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling 4 fresh sage leaves, chopped 1/2 cup roasted, salted hazelnuts, roughly chopped 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
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