This does look magically delicious! A sign of spring is when the shamrock shakes come out and this is a perfect drink to enjoy for St. Patrick’s Day. You could also make a non-alcoholic version by replacing the Bailey’s and Irish cream. If you don’t want to buy a box of Lucky Charm
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Presidents’ Day Cocktails
If you have a long weekend and aren’t into Valentine’s Day, get your friends together for a Presidents’ Day cocktail party. You’ll find 12 patriotic drinks to enjoy with friends this weekend. You could even save these for Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day. Cheers to all the Presidents past and present.
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Cute Bear Marshmallows
These are so cute! I would almost be happy for the winter months, with these marshmallows in my hot chocolate. If you have mastered the homemade marshmallow, you should have no problem making these. Claire from The Simple Life uses her marshmallow recipe, some piping bags, edible markers, and food coloring to create these cuties. These would be really great … Read More ...
80+ Chocolate Mint Desserts
Chocolate mint lovers unite! Dorothy from Crazy for Crust has done all the work for us and found 80+ desserts to fulfill our love of chocolate mint. There are baked goods, healthy options, beverages, and ice cream. Everything our heart desires, but not our hips. Enjoy now or save when you need some green recipes for St. Patrick’s Day.
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Polar Bear Hot Chocolate
Here is another “Norm of the North” inspired idea. I love it because I love bears in general. Plus, you can’t have hot chocolate without marshmallows or whip cream. How cute are the marshmallows to look like polar bears for you and loved ones to enjoy. Great for a kids party in the winter.
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Edible Confetti
I really admire the artwork created by the Barista. There is no way that I could do that. This wonderful idea from Sharon at Cupcakes and Cutlery is something that I could create and so could the kids. Sharon uses edible paper or sugar sheets and cuts out the shapes using paper punches or scissors. The sheets come in different … Read More ...
Beat the Winter Blues Berry Smoothie – Free Recipe
In New England, we were fortunate to have a late start on winter. It was great and then the cold air and snow came. As usual my body said it was time to hibernate and pray my flu shot will work this year. I’m trying to be healthier, so I’ll still have my tea, but I’m also adding some smoothies … Read More ...
Vanilla Polar Bear Milk Shake
What a cute and great recycling idea for the kids to enjoy. The winter months are too cold for me to have ice cream, but kids like ice cream or milk shakes all year around. These cute polar bear milk shakes are made using the honey or honey syrup bear bottles. So save some bear bottles for future use. The … Read More ...
Jam Cocktail
With those unexpected guests, you have to think on the fly. Usually, food isn’t the issue as much as drinks. Besides a wine for dinner, you might want to serve a cocktail while dinner is cooking. Who knew you could use jam to get out of that predicament. Go to the fridge and find your best jam without preservatives or … Read More ...
Homemade Ginger Ale
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We don’t drink a lot of ginger ale. Of course, when someone is feeling sick then it is the drink of choice with crackers. The great thing about ginger is it freezes well and can be used right away. I love it in tea when I have a cold. Maybe I’ll save some money … Read More ...
Champagne Shirley Temple Drink
What fond memories of Shirley Temples growing up. I felt grown up having a drink in a glass instead of the usual plastic cup. I think I was more excited about the maraschino cherry in the drink, but it was treat. Now you can still have your Shirley Temple, but with a grown up flare. How about ringing in the … Read More ...
Lemon Ginger Detox Hot Toddy
I don’t know about you, but I’m going to be drinking this all weekend. Between all the holiday food and junk food and who knows what we will be eating and drinking tonight, my body is in need of detoxing. As much as I enjoy the family time, this weekend will be spent getting back into routines and the craziness … Read More ...
Honey Tangerine Fizz
This is the perfect drink right now, while you are able to get fresh tangerines, clementines, and mandarins at the store. This is a mocktail that you can enjoy with the kids on New Year’s Eve. Of course, you could turn it into a cocktail after the kids go to bed as you ring in the new year.
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Ruby Thyme Spritzers
Instead of mimosas for your next brunch, how about trying this ruby thyme spritzer? This will be a little more tart due to the grapefruit, but that might be perfect if you don’t want a sweet drink. Celebrate New Year’s Day a little differently this year. It’s a new year, you should always try something new.
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New Year’s Eve Sparkling Sorbet Float
Are you ready to ring in the New Year? Are you going to let the kids stay up this year? Here is a great non-alcoholic drink for the family to ring in the New Year. Or serve it around dinner time, if they are going to bed a little later, but not quite midnight. Maybe if I have this around … Read More ...