I swear, put something on a stick or in a jar, and I’m sold immediately. I do beg forgiveness for such repetition and predictability, but I can’t help it and probably won’t ever change. And as clever packaging or presentation can turn an edible into an edible craft, well, there ya’ go. And so, Birthday Cake in a Jar. Find … Read More ...
Peppermint Cheesecake with Daisies
I’m picturing this lovely dessert served at a shower. And in all my cheesecake dining experience (and I assure you have a sufficient amount), I’ve never heard of peppermint cheesecake. Find the recipe for a daisy-adorned peppermint cheesecake HERE at Just My Delicious (translation tool in the sidebar).… Read More ...
Salad on a Stick
Wait, have I mentioned my affinity for foods on sticks? Especially unusual, hard-to-put-on-sticks foods on sticks? I have? Repeatedly? Oh, forgive me. It’s just that sticks are such a convenient way to eat food at parties. Find a roundup of ideas for salad on a skewer HERE at the kitchn.… Read More ...
Mini S’mores Pies
Oh my, two of my favorite bloggers… united? I hope the food blogger world doesn’t implode. Learn to make mini S’mores pies HERE at Confessions of a Cookbook Queen, courtesy of guest poster Shelly, of Cookies and Cups.
Looking for more S’smores recipes? Check out these articles.
Looking for more ideas for Smores? Check out this S’mores cookbook… Read More ...
Ballerina Cupcakes
With icing tutu and all, how so very darling for your little ballerina. Find ballerina cupcakes HERE at The Princess and The Frog Blog.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Lacy Chocolate Bowls
I immediately bookmarked this in my “must try” folder. Find a step-by-step photo tutorial to make these gorgeous lacy chocolate dessert bowls HERE at Kitchen Table Scraps.… Read More ...
Homemade Vanilla Extract
How am I not making my own vanilla extract? Especially when there’s vodka involved? Learn how to make homemade vanilla extract HERE at This Beautiful Mess.… Read More ...
Quinoa and Food Allergy Awareness Week
I know I rarely post on straight recipes that aren’t shaped into flowers or crafted into a food-version of Liz Lemon (see?), but in honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, I’m compelled to make an exception. That, and I’m terribly excited for the impending publication of my friend’s new book, Don’t Kill the Birthday Girl: Tales from … Read More ...
Rango Cookies
I’m consistently amazed at the talent of Callye of The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle. Learn how to decorate Rango HERE. And note to self: Purchase Wilton Color Mist.… Read More ...
Stenciled Oreos
So these Stenciled Oreos have all kinds of edible crafty techniques I’ve not yet tried. Learn to coat Oreos with vanilla almond bark, make your own stencils and paint with Wilton Color Mist
Rose Garden Cupcakes
Ah Spring. Find the how-tos to make chocolate flower pot cupcakes with fondant roses HERE at Miss Anthropist’s Kitchen.… Read More ...
Shark Week Fun Lunch
Chomp chomp! Eat your lunch! Make a shark attacks pb and j lunch HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations
. Perfect for Mermaid, Spongebob and beach-themed parties too.
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Candyland Birthday Party
Find a collection of ideas for favors, decor and food for a Candyland themed birthday party HERE at Parents. My favorite is this cake. (You must register at Parents.com to view recipes, but registration is free.)
Mix and Match Cake Toppings
Find a roundup of ideas for topping cakes–sprinkles and marshmallows and candy and nuts and such–HERE at Real Simple.… Read More ...
Flower Pot Cookies
I’m loving all the totally-edible cookie sculpting gong on over at The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle. Learn how to assemble these flower pot cookies HERE.… Read More ...