Both kids and adults love them because after all, they are like your regular chicken mayo sandwich but given a lovely twist of walnuts and arugula. They do lend a grander taste! And the best thing about them is that they look so great on a platter. Serve them as snack or appetizer. Yield 24 bite-sized sandwhiches

No one deserves to hear that message more than a mom, and Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to say it with a customized gift. Whether it’s purchased or made by your own hands, the warmth of such a present will touch her heart forever. Family tree canvas Liven up the wall with this pretty family tree canvas — a beautifully different way to display what is most important to her....

Today we are making pumpkin waffles. Pumpkin tends to be a fall fave flave, but there doesn’t need to be a chill in the air to enjoy the savory flavor of pumpkin. Top these pumpkin waffles with fresh banana slices and candied pecans for a sweet and filling variation. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze and add a handful of pomegranate seeds for a fruity touch. Or just toss in a few chocolate chips for a melty, sweet treat the kids will go crazy for....

Sally’s version isn’t the typical pink-colored cake full of fake strawberry color and flavor. Not even close! Sally has perfected using real strawberries to give this cake that whimsical, irresistible pink color with fabulously fresh strawberry flavor. How does she do it? With real strawberries, of course! Even the pretty in pink cream cheese frosting on this cake is made with strawberries. Sally pulverizes freeze-dried berries into dust and whips it into the frosting....

Baby, it’s cold outside — so grab your favorite blanket and mix up a huge pot of this toasty spiced mulled wine! The Romans knew the benefits of a steaming-hot mug of the soul-warming beverage. Mixed with honey and spices, it helped them to fend off the bitter chill of winter as they made their way across Europe. During medieval times, heated wines were known as hipocris, after the Greek physician Hippocrates (“the father of medicine”) because a mug or two of the brew seemed to cure all ills....

Then and now, Mother’s Day brunch is much more than a typical Sunday brunch for me. It’s tradition. It’s honoring the matriarchs of my family. It’s taking time to sit and enjoy each other while eating and making waffles fresh to order. MORE: The Best Waffle Makers of 2019 The only problem is that typical waffle breakfasts aren’t the most nutrient-dense meals. So, I changed that. I packed some protein and health benefits into our waffles without losing the essence of the tradition — and let me tell you: My strawberry basil kombucha waffles are a huge hit....

Happy Thanksgiving Thank you for the food before us, the friends beside us & the love between us. May the blessing of this Thanksgiving fill your heart & home Blessings Remember to count them each and every day God bless you On Thanksgiving and keep you all year through… Thanksgiving For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, For love and friends, For everything Thy goodness sends....

But you don’t just want to drink, you want to get into the holiday spirit, too, right? Okay, maybe you just want to drink, but it’s more fun (and so is holiday-planning) when you get a little festive, and there are better ways to do that than playing Christmas music eight weeks too early. So put that Mariah Carey Merry Christmas album away until at least December 1. We’ve got the answer that will give you a buzz and a bit of holiday cheer....

While most people think of cocktails as beverages to be enjoyed strictly in the evening, the Bloody Mary is a rare exception to the rule. Rather than waiting until it’s 5 o’clock somewhere, most people prefer to enjoy the Bloody Mary first thing in the morning — or perhaps early afternoon, depending upon the bedtime of the previous night. MORE: The best ginger cocktail recipe is here (Hint: It’s a margarita with a twist) Some love the drink because of its restorative qualities, while others like its meal-in-a-glass heartiness....

Thiessen states, “Feta is definitely one of my top cheese choices. By whipping it with lemon, garlic, and mint, I not only get a lovely, fresh addition to toasted baguette slices or breadsticks, but an excuse to eat Feta by the spoonful.” Yield 1 cup Courses Snacks

Ruth Bader Ginsbaby Your kiddo will be serving up candy with a side of sweet, sweet justice when she dresses as the Notorious RGB this Halloween. A little black graduation gown would be perfect, but if you can’t find one, a long black dress will be fine. Pair it with a lace collar, sensible shoes and play glasses, and pull her hair back into a bun. Bonus points for a dissent collar and gavel....

Celebrate the souls who have gone on by making your own Day of the Dead shrine (also known as an ofrenda) like this one created by Crafty Chica. With a few craft supplies and some colorful adornments, you can create a traditional altar that is believed to help the souls of those who have passed on have the best death possible after the celebration is complete. These altars are a traditional craft made for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican holiday that takes place at the end of October and the beginning of November....

Do you know why we celebrate Presidents Day? Originally established in 1885 to honor President George Washington, the holiday was celebrated on Washington’s actual birthday, Feb. 22. In 1971, it was shifted to the third Monday in February by the Uniform Monday Holiday Act to give federal workers a three-day weekend. Presidents Day began with celebrating Washington, but it is now seen as a holiday that honors all American presidents....

This collection features a variety of creative art and craft ideas for kids from baby to tween and will help you occupy your kiddos while they’re home from school. Crafts help them develop fine motor skills, the focus to accomplish a task and the ability to follow instructions. Plus, it gives them a fun alternative to screen time. 1. Pinecone turkey craft Get everyone outside to use up some of that energy, then come home and have a cozy craft afternoon....

So what does Easter smell like? Quite possibly, jellybeans, marshmallow bunnies… and vinegar, the staple ingredient in Easter egg dye. While the Easter egg dyeing ideas below will take you back with that same pungent smell, the designs are unlike anything you’ve seen before. 1. Blueberry-dyed Easter eggs Blueberries: They aren’t just for muffins and pancakes! For beautiful Easter eggs that are as easy and budget-friendly as those you dip in color-tablet baths — but without the chemical dyes — try these blueberry-dyed eggs....

That doesn’t necessarily mean flashing a credit card for the most expensive item at the department store, or calling 1-800-boring flowers. A special Mother’s Day gift can be classy, homespun and crafted with the help of your little ones. Here are some great DIY Mother’s Day craft ideas that go well above and beyond paper plates and pipe cleaners. A spoonful of sugar If your mom is one dish away from becoming a cable network food star, she will love this brightly painted bounty of wooden spoons....

Yarn pumpkins These yarn pumpkins from One Little Project are adorable. They do take a bit of time to make, however, so if you need your craft display-ready today, this isn’t the one. If you do have a bit of time — say, oh, 24 hours for them to dry — then you’ll have a unique pumpkin decoration that will have everyone asking, “How’d you do that?” We love budget-friendly crafts and this is one of them....

Fruity chocolate bark Tart dried fruit and dark chocolate make a killer combination in this fruity chocolate bark from Love & Olive Oil. Peach and blueberry Greek yogurt cake Take advantage of peach season with this peach and blueberry Greek yogurt cake from Julia’s Album. Fruit and cream mini tarts These fruit and cream mini tarts from Salad In A Jar are the prettiest bite-sized dessert to share during a Sunday celebration....

Of course, piling on lots of frosting can help — but if you’re making muffins, which are typically served unfrosted, you may feel like there’s not much you can do. But there is… and it’s probably easier than you think! Muffin molds and cupcake pans like those shown here take the hard work out of making truly gorgeous baked goods. Just pour your muffin mix or cupcake batter into one of these prepared silicone or metal pans, and in minutes, you’ll be able to serve up some amazing little works of art — sort of like baby Bundt cakes — quickly and easily....

The Easter Egg If you are looking for a classic Easter book that also has a lesson, The Easter Egg is one that Babies to Bookworms recommends not only for celebrating that special Sunday but also for teaching compassion. The main character of the colorful pages (written and illustrated by Jan Brett), Hoppi, decides that rather than finish an egg-decorating competition to win the chance to meet the big honcho Easter Bunny, he is going to stand guard by a robin’s egg that has fallen from its nest....