Once the sun sets on summer and fall settles in, warm pies become the de facto dessert of choice to combat the ever-encroaching winds of winter. But these popular pies aren’t just the stuff of bakeries and mom-n-pop shops. Check out some of our favorite pies and the essential pie products every kitchen needs to…
October 14 2025 Remember when grabbing an energy drink meant choosing between a sugar bomb that would leave you crashing by lunch or a bitter, chemical-tasting concoction that made your heart race? Yeah, those days are over. The energy drink aisle is getting a serious wellness makeover, and for 2025, the game has completely changed….
” /> A curio cabinet is more than just a place to store collectibles—it’s a stylish way to show off your favorite items and add character to your home. But to get the most out of your curio cabinet, it’s important to place it in the right spot. In this blog post, we’ll explore the…
The Story Behind The Mull It Over Is it really the holiday season if you don’t make mulled wine? Warm and comforting, the winter market staple might be infinitely more popular across the pond than it is here at home, but there’s no better time to impress your friends with a well made batch. And…
  The best inventions are always discovered by accident. Take Penicillin, Coca-Cola, tea-bags, the microwave, matches, vaseline and gunpowder (oops) among many others. We can also add the vast majority of cocktails to this list but none more so than the Negroni cocktail itself, the result of a happy whim which luckily didn’t start…
The Happy New Year Cocktail – An Eve(ning) Of Fun Toasts The Happy New Year cocktail is a drink mixed with brandy, ruby port wine, orange juice and champagne. Yes, it is named after the annual greeting and well wishing phrase uttered when the calendar cycle starts all over again, Happy New Year. However, it…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
Thanksgiving is almost here, which means it’s time to feast and give thanks for the bounties we receive both in and outside of the kitchen. Let’s face it — it’s easy to take things for granted. From iPhones to driverless cars, easier doesn’t always mean better, and a never-ending avalanche of new products isn’t necessarily…
The Poinsettia drink is a champagne cocktail, which makes it ideal for holiday parties. It’s light on the alcohol, easy to drink (even for very occasional drinkers) and festive. Orange and Cranberry Flavors The dominant flavors here are orange and cranberry, from the Cointreau and cranberry juice. Of course you can also taste the champagne,…
October 14 2025 Turn that unused corner or bare wall into a space that feels alive. A home bar doesn’t need much room—just intention and good design. Think of it as building a small retreat where style meets taste. Strong shelving, warm lighting, and thoughtful layout matter more than square footage. Once the structure stands,…
