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The month of December means holiday parties, and lots of them. Cocktail parties, office parties, even babysitting co-op parties — all these events will offer up trays upon trays of appetizers. Don't let those finger foods fool you. Just because you eat hors d'oeuvre off a napkin doesn't necessarily mean they're calorie-free. Take this quiz to see if you know which appetizer you should Read more
A wedding is a magical time, and getting ready with close friends and family for those few sweet hours before the main event contributes to the experience. Regardless of what nuptials you're planning, the bridal party will agree that quick and easy recipes to snack on are always welcome — along with a little Champagne, of course. We've got you covered with a few simple dishes that everyone's Read more
One of my favorite things about weddings is how they give the couple and their loved ones so many excuses to party! And bridal showers are no exception. While I've been to all sorts of showers — tea parties, fully catered lunches, co-ed boozy bashes, and even bachelorette-shower combos, to name a few — my favorites have been ones that allowed me to mix and mingle easily with friends and enjoy Read more
With our favorite Mexican-themed holiday on the horizon, it's impossible to spend our time thinking about anything other than what we'll be serving come Saturday. Will there be tacos, tortas, or both? Which south-of-the-border beer should we buy? For more Cinco de Mayo advice, we enlisted the help of Marcela Valladolid, host of Food Network's Mexican Made Easy. Chef Marcela, who also stays busy Read more
Today, Annie asked me for help. She's hosting a small party tomorrow night and wants to serve some nibbles. Since it will be after work, the amount of time she can devote to cooking is limited. Thus she needs some delicious, but easy appetizer recipes. I provided so many suggestions, I thought, why not share them? Here, you'll find my favorite shockingly easy hors d'oeuvre ideas. Read more
Just in time for today's royal anniversary, FabSugar TV brings us the latest in Kate Middleton's style and shows us how to wear this season's sporty trend. In the fitness world, Tracy Anderson shares Gwyneth Paltrow's secrets to getting a perfectly toned behind, while we also help you find the best running shoes for your feet. Yum is getting us in the Summer party mind-set with fast and easy Read more
If there's one food that we dream of bathing in, it's probably hummus: the silky-smooth chickpea and tahini puree is one that seems apropos for any eating occasion, whether it's as a dip for vegetables or a vehicle for a warm sandwich. But let's be honest: this beige dip seems to appear everywhere in the same iterations, from roasted red pepper to sun-dried tomato. As much as we love it, we're Read more
These roasted maple cinnamon almonds from FitSugar reader CheesePlease make a perfect healthy snack or party appetizer. She posted her recipe in the FitSugar Healthy Recipe community group. Make ordinary almonds extraordinary! These are easy to make and excellent for snacking! For the recipe, visit my blog Cheese Please. Don't forget to post your own recipes in our Healthy Recipe group! Yours Read more
When a couple decides to get married, they aren't just signing up to host a wedding, they are also committing themselves to a lot of parties that happen along the way. An engagement party, shower, and bachelorette are all commonly associated with weddings. But with so many parties, it's hard to keep them all straight! That's why I've created this handy guide that explains everything you need to Read more
Need a fast and delicious appetizer to serve at your next dinner party? How about pancetta-wrapped asparagus? It's a crowd-pleaser that's virtually effortless to make. All you have to do is wrap the asparagus with pancetta and throw it on the grill! Watch the video to learn how it's done, then print out the recipe and try it at home. Read more
