Holidays& Celebrations

This is a batch recipe for making a Watermelon Limoncello Drink for Ferragosto or any family or friend celebration

Quick Summary: Recipes for a retro tiki party, including both the original and a modern Mai Tai, plus pineapple-glazed ham balls that were popular appetizers in the 1950s and 60s. The ham balls were surprisingly delicious. Jump to: Recipe for Ham Balls | Brief History | Tiki Culture Revival | Recipe for Retro Mai Tai …

Detailed instructions for making a successful classic German Chocolate Cake via David Lebovitz

Recipes for classic Mint Julep and Parmesan Cheese Straws as craft cocktails and appetizers for Kentucky Derby

These red velvet peanut butter blossoms started as a care package cookie for my kids in college. I needed treats that would survive shipping without crumbling, taste great after a few days in transit, and look festive enough to feel like a real gift. These hit all three marks. The red velvet color and chocolate …

Sweet treats that ship well are often tricky. These DIY sweets are a delight at the holidays or as a care package (and they arrive intact)

Cranberry syrups make beautiful holiday cocktails and mocktails. Try any of these 5 cranberry-inspired craft cocktails for a tasty celebration!

Quick Summary: Creative ways to use jams, jellies, and chutneys beyond spreading on toast. Includes appetizers, marinades, sauces, cocktails, sandwiches, and desserts. Perfect for using up homemade preserves or elevating store-bought jams. Jump to: Appetizers | Savory Sauces | Marinades | Smoothies | Breakfast | Dips | Drinks | Sandwiches | Desserts | Vegetables | …