Incredibles 2 bento boxes Nothing tells a kid they can take on the world like a bento box filled with his favorite movie characters like these Incredibles 2 bento boxes from Lunch Box Dad. Not only is it unique and fun, but it is extremely healthy, too, and perfect for boys and girls. Whichever character you choose to make for your little superhero, the ingredients for these bento boxes are similar: All three designs include whole wheat tortillas, sliced meat, strawberries, cheese crackers, Babybel cheese, raisins, fruit leather for the masks and different colored fondant....

Goosebumps punch Throw a Goosebumps party this year for the kids and feature this eerie and delicious Goosebumps punch from Sugar and Soul. Goosebumps started as a series of novels in the 1990’s and to this day a dearly loved horror series for kids. With the popularity of the Goosebumps movie in 2015, it’s no surprise that kids aged 7-14 are fascinated by the other side. The Goosebumps movie grossed $150 million worldwide, far exceeding Sony Picture’s estimates....

1. Mother’s Day photo Mason jar vase It’s easy to see why Mason jars are such popular craft supplies lately: They’re readily available, durable and affordable, and they can hold anything from flowers to candles. John Landis Mason invented the simple Mason jar in 1858. Canning jars had been around for about a hundred years, but he improved them by adding screw-top lids and rubber-rimmed tops to create a seal when heated....

While a traditional hot chocolate will almost always do the trick, there are lots of tasty ways to make your cocoa fancy! Here are some of our favorite hot chocolate recipes that will change the way you view the quintessential winter drink. Kahlúa pumpkin spice white hot chocolate Pumpkin spice is all the rage every year, but you’re not limited to those hot coffee drinks at your favorite drive-through cafe....

Looking for a luscious cocktail to serve the Thanksgiving crowd while they wait for turkey dinner to be served? This succulent pear sour, inspired by Wolfgang Puck, goes down easy and is reason enough to give thanks for the holiday season. What is a pear sour, you ask? Despite sounding like a drink you’d rather pass up, this cocktail is part of the traditional family of mixed drinks called “sours....

As you all know, CBD is finally getting its time in the limelight. After first being discovered in 1940, the medicinal herb attracted popularity as quickly as it did skepticism. In 2018, a clinical research study found that cannabidiol was useful for easing anxiety, cognition problems, movement disorders and pain, and the world is finally (and rightfully) starting to come around to incorporating it into everyday life. Texas recently legalized the sale of it, and Kroger announced it plans to sell it in Indiana stores in coming months....

On his mason’s wages with seven kids you can imagine we didn’t go out for dinner often, except for that one week every summer when we went down to the Jersey Shore. For that week, we were on vacation. We went out for doughnuts in the morning and to the boardwalk to eat at night. We all ate pizza, of course, but my father loved his fried clams and steak, and his all-time favorite were twice-baked potatoes....

The mythical 5 o’clock in the morning routine stirs visions of your best self: you in your best athletic wear, you making a green smoothie, you practicing a daily meditation and mantra. It’s enough to make you think, “Yeah, sure, I can do this.” Well, I actually tried. I attempted four celebrity morning routines to see which one was the best, and if I could actually be someone who has a morning routine....

Is your craving for comfort food demanding a new rendition on the usual go-to recipes? If mashed potatoes have been a long-time favorite on your comfort food dish list, you’re going to swoon over this chunky mashed potatoes recipe inspired by Budget Bytes. Instead of the classic russet potato — the usual for mashed potatoes — we’ve swapped in red-skinned potatoes. These less-starchy, all-purpose gems have a heartier texture and will more than satisfy your hankering for tasty spuds....

To save my wallet from my cold-brew obsession, I started making it at home. After making a batch of a family favorite recipe of coconut macaroons for Passover, I enjoyed the remaining condensed milk in homemade cold-brew coffee and was in heaven. And then it struck me: I could combine all these flavors into one delicious coffee coconut macaroon dessert. The first time I tried this recipe, the coffee I added was too coarsely ground, and the coconut, unsweetened....

Flowers have a language all their own. Consider their special meanings and choose those that speak your message most eloquently. Traditional flowers If you really want to just stick to the basics, Mom will appreciate your down-to-earth sensibilities. (After all, she probably ingrained them!) You can’t really go wrong with the traditional bouquet of roses, and this gorgeous bunch would send your message loud and clear. If the special mom in your life relishes variety, though, this stunning bouquet is sure to put a smile on her face....

No need to have a closet full of new-age choices to figure out how bae operates either; many of the standbys will work just fine. Here are several of our favorites, all perfect for two players. May the better half win! Hive There’s no game board necessary for Hive — you can play on the coffee table or even the floor for a casual, cozy night in. Similar to chess but more fun and modern, Hive will help you test your honey’s ability to create an abstract strategy....

Instructions Learn how to make this homemade from scratch green bean casserole at The Talking Kitchen.

Our editors & writers only recommend products that we think are awesome and you’ll love. We do occasionally use affiliate links, which means that we may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Horween leather journal Whether he actually uses this to record his innermost thoughts or just uses it to jot down random ideas, he’ll appreciate the distinguished look of this vintage-style leather journal. Dictionary art print Not only is this vintage cocktail print super cool, but it’s also refreshingly affordable for a piece of art....

Inspired by Jamie Oliver’s rendition of lumberjack baked beans, our recipe features a medley of beans, bacon (which, of course, makes every dish better), and a sweet-savory sauce made with brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, dry mustard and ginger — yes, ginger! It’s the little something extra that will leave your dinner guests wondering what makes this dish so good. Get saucy! To make the sauce, combine brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, ginger and salt....

Mother’s Day breakfast-in-bed ideas and recipes Ham and Swiss croissants Simple, quick and delicious, a ham and Swiss croissant seems very fancy and French, but it takes only minutes to make. Just flatten out store-bought crescent roll dough, then lay a piece of ham and a slice of Swiss cheese on each triangle. Roll it up and bake according to package directions. Ricotta honey toast Just sweet enough without being cloying, ricotta honey toast is super-easy but special enough for an occasion like Mother’s Day....

Wrong. This Mother’s Day, treat your mom (and if you’re a mom reading this, treat yourself!) to our twist on that O.G. concoction that defined cocktails in the first place. This recipe will level up your home bartending technique for life and make Mom feel as special as she deserves to. The typical Old Fashioned recipe is timeless and simple, consisting of bitters, sugar and (usually) bourbon whiskey, stirred to give it that silky texture, and lifted with a little mist of orange oil from a peel....

What do you get when Tieghan Gerard at Half Baked Harvest and her brother Red Gerard, an Olympic snowboarder, team up on a recipe? This potato chip chicken recipe — a gold medal-worthy meal that you’ll want to make every week! Potato chips are one of those addictive snack foods that show up at a party and disappear instantly. But these iconic salty snacks aren’t just for noshing. Potato chips are exceedingly versatile in the kitchen, and the Gerards show us how potato chips and chicken become a dish that deliciously disappears just as fast as the bowl of potato chips....

The scope of Halloween costumes for women has dwindled over the years to mainly one genre: sexy. And while there’s nothing wrong with that, sometimes you just want to scare the living daylights out of your loved ones. (Don’t we all?) MORE: 20 Halloween eCards: Share a spooky greeting! Well, have no fear. OK, maybe have a little fear. Because these five scary Halloween costumes for women you can wear in 2018 might just terrify you as much as they do everyone around you....

Entering a kitchen in which a creamy, rich soup has been simmering for hours in a slow-cooker is like walking into your favorite restaurant — only better, because you can have seconds and thirds. And you’ll want to: This slow-cooker roasted garlic baked potato soup, inspired by Creole Contessa, is about as good as soups get — a savory combo of everybody’s favorite comfort foods: potatoes and cheese. With this recipe, you can use russet, red or Yukon gold potatoes....