Here are some of the more notable balloon accidents at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

This blend of simplicity and indulgence is at the heart of Italian cooking, and offers perfect inspiration for summertime cooking when you want high impact for low effort. These stuffed peppadews embody this philosophy perfectly while hitting all the right flavor notes for a sweet, spicy, salty and savory grilled appetizer. And since they can be prepped ahead of time and cooked off while the grill is still getting up to temp, they make a perfect appetizer for pairing with the first round of Aperol Spritzes....

Snow globes are so simple, but they manage to mesmerize young and old. When watching the glittery “snow” billow around in a scene you can hold in your hand, you can’t help but imagine being transported to a miniature winter wonderland. Make magic on a global scale If you’re looking for a delightful holiday craft — one that you will enjoy year after year — why not make your own custom snow globe?...

Good things often come in threes, like those fabled three little words. Our passion of love cocktail easily conveys that special message with just three simple ingredients. Its foundation: Grand Marnier, a staple of every good bar. Back in the 1800s, Frenchman Louis-Alexandre Marnier Lapostolle experimented with blending premium cognac with a rare variety of oranges from the Caribbean. It was an indulgent idea: Oranges were exotic, expensive luxury items usually enjoyed only on holidays such as Christmas....

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Before making this, set the bread out overnight to dry, or dry it in a 300-degree oven for 30 minutes. You can also substitute fresh sage to taste for the dried sage. Use 4 cups of this stuffing for the stuffed turkey breast recipe and serve the rest on the side. Yield 24 3/4 cup servings Place the dried porcini mushrooms in a glass measuring cup or bowl. Pour hot water to cover over them and let stand to rehydrate while you prepare the other ingredients....

MORE: This CBD-infused Bellini recipe is the Mother’s Day cocktail of our dreams If you’ve got a hungry family of six to feed, we’ve got a delicious menu of Mother’s Day recipes that won’t destroy your budget. From appetizers and side dishes, to entrées and desserts, our Mother’s Day dinner ideas will give Mom and your family a restaurant-caliber meal for under $70. Start with a yummy Mother’s Day appetizer A tasty little nibble before the main course will whet Mom’s appetite for what’s to come....

Look, you could make Dad breakfast in bed. You could bring him some freshly squeezed OJ and cook up some smiley-face pancakes. He’ll love that. But this breakfast charcuterie board is sure to make for a morning he will never forget. So whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day, his birthday or maybe just surprising him with some unexpected love, we’ll walk you through how to recreate this giant, manly man breakfast charcuterie board that will take your dad brunch to the next level....

So, yes, absolutely plan to throw an Independence Day party! Just make sure you do a little bit of homework first so that you and your #Merica-loving friends can bask in the glory of your freedom. Because, if we’re really being honest, you might have been going about this all wrong. To that end, we’ve put together a beginner’s guide to pulling off a fantastic Fourth. Guests It’s your party and you can invite however many people you want....

Ready to ring in the New Year with a big warm bowl of soul food? Dig into our southern black-eyed peas, inspired by Divas Can Cook, and celebrate every belly-filling bite. We don’t know if eating black-eyed peas (also called “Hoppin’ John” in the South) on New Year’s Day will bring wealth and prosperity for the year to come, but we do know you’ll love starting the year with a bowl of this richly flavored dish....

They envision endless snowball fights and building the kind of snowmen that would make Anna and Elsa proud. What snow day activities can you plan for your children? But when you’re a parent, all you can think is, “How am I going to keep these kids entertained all day without them tearing down the house?!” Well, we’ve got ideas! Here are a few ways to keep kids busy for the hours upon hours remaining after the novelty of snowball fights has worn off....

My daughter is getting to the age where she can help participate in giving back to our neighbors and the community, and I’d like to teach her the importance of helping others. My plan is to start an annual tradition where together as a family we give back over the holiday season. As a wise friend once told me, “You don’t have to be rich, you just have to make the time....

Sparkling red, white and blue sangria There’s no need to relegate sangria to Memorial Day picnics and July 4th barbecues. The winter games are another great reason to break out this smooth and sweet sparkling red, white and blue sangria. With white wine, a little champagne, some red, white and blue fruits, and some apple stars, you’ll be singing “O say, can you see?” for the rest of the night....

TBH, though, it’s a lot of pressure to pull off the kind of 4th of July party that turns into an all-night rager. You can’t exactly toss a bottle of vodka and a can of Pringles on the table and call it a day. Well, you could, and that would be a mood, but it won’t last long enough for your get-together to reach peak rager realness. What should you do?...

Looking for a stunning Christmas cookie recipe for the holiday cookie swap? Bake these holiday pinwheel cookies, inspired by That Skinny Chick Can Bake, and your friends will be begging you to be their holiday baker. These scrumptious holiday cookies come to the dessert table flaunting impressive red and white spirals and brightly colored sprinkles. Irresistibly delicious, these gorgeous pinwheel cookies unleash a perfect balance of cool peppermint and luscious vanilla flavors....

I never understood what all the latte fuss was about. I thought all lattes were just coffee pumped with sugar syrups. Then I started my research on pumpkin spice lattes for this recipe. I was side-swiped; that heavenly, spiced silkiness that comes from that first bite of whipped-cream-topped pumpkin pie at the start of the holidays and the happy smile from that once-yearly pumpkin blizzard could be put into a coffee....

You kind of don’t even remember the last time that happened! But at the last minute, you get the dreaded phone call from the babysitter — she is sick and has to cancel. There goes your romantic night out. Hold up, though. You don’t have to settle for another night of Netflix and sweatpants just because you’re stuck at home. There are tons of ways you can make the night just as special as if you went out — maybe even more so!...

If you are looking for a fun and easy treat for Easter, then look no further than this festive Easter candy popcorn mix! Topped with brightly-colored frosting and pastel candies, this colorful concoction is sure to make every bunny smile! This treat is quick to make, so you can whip up a batch before your guests arrive, or to sate the kiddies until dinner time. With all the sprinkles and drizzles, you can even get the little ones involved with making it....