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How Chocolate Got Tied to Valentine’s Day!

” Cadbury & Hershey built business empires.”     ——- Heart-shaped boxes filled with decadent treats are coveted gifts on Valentine’s Day. Chocolate lovers typically have a favorite type of chocolate, whether it’s creamy filled truffles or chocolate pieces with fruit or nut fillings. The tradition of gifting chocolate is anything but new. Chocolate and other […]

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Smoked Chicken Wings for Super Bowl!

” A classic for your party.”     ——- Super Bowl Sunday has become an unofficial holiday in the United States, where fans ranging from the diehard to the casual to those simply tuning in for the commercials and halftime show gather to enjoy a few fun-filled hours. Seasoned party hosts know that food features as […]

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Best Potato Chip Ever!

” A unique addition to your gatherings.”     ——- From St. Louis, Missouri The Billy Goat Chip Company may produce the best chips you’ll ever taste!  We certainly have become fans of their product. If you share our weakness for potato chips, then this is the product for you. Great website and easy to order […]

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The World’s Most Popular Teas

“Tea is a $38 billion a year industry.”     ——- An ancient drink with a rich history, tea is one of the most widely consumed beverages around the world. According to legend, the mythological Chinese ruler Shennong discovered tea by accident when the leaves of a nearby plant fell into water he had boiled. Thanks […]

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Dry January

“Take a break.”     ——- Dry January is a public health initiative and personal challenge where individuals abstain from consuming alcohol for the entire month of January. It began in the UK in 2013, spearheaded by the charity Alcohol Change UK, and has since gained global popularity as a way to reset drinking habits after […]

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The 334-Year Story of Ketel One Vodka

“Family Owned and established in 1691.”     ——- Ketel One is produced by the Nolet Distillery in Schiedam, Netherlands. The Nolet Distillery was founded in 1691 by the Nolet family, French Huguenot refugees, and has remained in the Nolet family ever since. Ketel One is so named for the original coal-fired copper still that was […]

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Great Gifts for the Family Foodie

” A few creative ideas.     ——- Food features prominently throughout the holiday season. Family meals around the holiday dinner table are a cherished tradition in millions of households, and food also plays a central role during seasonal gatherings with friends and colleagues. Food also can feature prominently throughout Chanukah and on Christmas Day, particularly if […]

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Tips for the Perfect Holiday Cookies

Cookies are a tradition since medieval times. ——- Baking is a holiday tradition in many households. The aroma of freshly baked cakes, pies and cookies wafts through the air of many homes this time of year, and that makes the holiday season even more special. Cookies are a tradition passed down through the ages. In […]

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Traditional European Holiday Drinks

Creative ideas for your holiday from Europe    ——- Europe offers a wide variety of traditional holiday drinks that reflect the region’s diverse cultures and tastes. Here are some favorites: 1. Mulled Wine (Glühwein): A staple at Christmas markets, this warm drink is made with red wine, spices like cinnamon and cloves, and citrus. Variations include the […]

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How to Create a Healthy Turkey Meal

Creative ideas for the main course.    ——- Turkeys are seemingly everywhere come November, whether it’s at your favorite grocery store, on television cooking shows and possibly hanging out in the wild of a nearby nature preserve. Turkeys are the main course for many holiday dinners, and turkey leftovers also make for popular meals once holidays […]

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