And now for a more civilized St. Patrick’s Day… (not that St. Patrick’s Day is uncivilized or anything, but I can say that at least here in DC folks in green holding beers start wandering the streets long before noon)…. a lovely St. Patrick’s Day tea from Chasing Fireflies. Find a recipe for Irish bread with cranberries HERE.… Read More ...
Elderflower Fairy Cupcakes
It’s fitting that such darling fairy-themed cupcakes be flavored with elderflower, I think. Find these works of fondant perfection HERE at Ninas Kleiner Food-Blog.… Read More ...
Ruffle Birthday Cake
Remember this beautiful cake? Nadege has posted the recipe and some decorating tips HERE at Prunille fait son show. I think ruffles and flowers are a fitting throne for Hello Kitty, yes?… Read More ...
Rainbow Pudding
I’ve seen (and posted on) rainbow cakes, cookies, cupcakes, pancakes, sprinkles, JellO, parties, kitchenware, popsicles, vodka, even bacon. Never pudding. Learn to make this bright and sunny rainbow pudding HERE at Craftzine. (Thanks to Kristen for sending my way!)
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Marshmallow Kabobs for St. Patrick’s Day
I need a moment for ego, please. I like to think I can take credit for this whole markers-on-marshmallows trend (yes, I declare it a trend). Now I’m not saying I invented it but,…actually, yes, that’s what I’m saying. Back when we were house hunting and living from suitcases, I was searching for easy blog posts and came up with … Read More ...
Redesigning the Recipe
Check out the amazing finalists from Good’s “Redesign the Recipe” challenge to see how these creative foodies turned recipes into images. I’m pleasantly surprised at the stunning variation in the 23 final choices. Shown are submissions from Francesco Vedovato, Sarah Dupakoski and Margaret McGill.
Shamrocks and Rainbows Party
I’m loving the use of rainbows in this St. Patrick’s Day party set up at Sheek Shindigs, ideas to inspire for the rest of the year….the gumball jars dressed up with rainbows, the clementines in Sno-Cone holders, the JellO cups… Find tips on recreating the settings (inexpensively) HERE with DIY instructions on their way.
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Copycat Recipes
Big Mac, Arby’s curly fries, Wendy’s spicy chicken sandwich, Hostess cupcakes, even a Starbucks Caramel Macchiato… Yep, you can make them at home. Find 15 copycat recipes HERE at Babble.
Train Cake and Cookies
My train-obsessed 3-year old would’ve gone nuts if she was invited to this train party by How I Roll With It. Check out the train cake and cookies HERE and find tips on constructing and decorating the cake.
Oreo Fish Bowl Pops
Those are Oreos and Rice Krispie treats hiding under that fishy there. And there’s a stick involved, so of course that sold me right away. Find tips on making these clever fish bowl Oreo pops HERE at Domesticated Lady.
Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations
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Lunch for Women’s Day
Shouldn’t every day be Women’s Day? See this clever lunchtime celebration of Women’s day HERE at the always-clever Little Food Junction.… Read More ...
Spaghetti and Meatballs Cake
Dessert, not dinner. Download the instructions to make a spaghetti and meatballs cake HERE at tsj photography. Perfect for April Fool’s Day, too.… Read More ...
S’mores Bites
Just when I thought there was no variation of S’mores I haven’t seen, these cuties show up in my Inbox. S’mores Bites. Learn to make them HERE at Fix Me A Snack.… Read More ...
Marshmallow Pops
As one who oft puts marshmallows on sticks (seriously, I do this a lot, see? right here), I can’t help but appreciate these cuties at The Seven Year Cottage. Learn to make them HERE.… Read More ...
Thin Mint Cupcakes
First there were Tag A Longs, now D.I.Y. Louisville came up with at Thin Mint inspired cupcake to honor Girl Scout cookie season. Find the recipe HERE.… Read More ...