Category Archives: Holiday

Pomegranate Herb Guacamole Wreath

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Everyone needs a Christmas KISS . . . and by KISS, I mean “Keep It Simple Stupid” idea for holiday entertaining. When I have guests drop in unexpectedly or forgot to make something fabulous for a “bring a dish” event, I rely on guacamole. Everyone loves it and it is idiot proof. My Pomegranate Herb Guacamole Wreath is no harder than making a regular avocado mash-up (soooo simple a toddler could do it) and yet so fun and festive your guests will assume you’ve gone all Martha on them. Pomegranate Herb GuaPomegranate Herb Guacamole Wreath

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Sugarless, Sugar-Free and Low Sugar Treats for Healthy Christmas Stocking Stuffers

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My family’s gifts for a fit Christmas are already wrapped up and under the tree, and I (errr, I mean Santa) have been busy rounding up healthy stocking stuffers. Chocolate, candy canes and sugar plums (what ARE those anyway) don’t really make sustaining fuel for our active lifestyle which collectively includes running, obstacle course racing, hiking, gym workouts, yoga and assorted team sports. So, instead, I’ve rounded up a bunch of Sugarless, Sugar-Free and Low Sugar Treats for Healthy Christmas Stocking Stuffers – check them out for your own family’s festivities.

Sugar Free Treats Snacks and Drinks for Healthy Christmas Stocking Stuffers

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A Dozen Delicious Blue Cheese Recipes for Entertaining

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A bold blast of Blue Cheese is my go-to ingredient to create memorable appetizers, finger foods, side dishes and other party foods for entertaining. It’s bold, it’s rich, it’s creamy, it’s crazy yummy with a unique flavor that pairs so well with both sweet and savory foods.

A Dozen Delicious Blue Cheese Recipes for Holiday Entertaining

Bold blue cheese seems to be polarizing, either you “love it” or “hate it.” However, I’m pretty certain that even staunch naysayers will be happily noshing their way through my something-for-everyone menu of A Dozen Delicious Blue Cheese Recipes for Entertaining. Continue reading →

Six Healthy Edible Wreaths for Holiday Entertaining

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When it comes to holiday decorating, let your taste guide your taste! Today, I have rounded up a collection of my favorite holiday recipes and Christmas food that can also double as edible food wreaths. FOOD WREATHS,  I tell ya, beautiful decorations and holiday centerpieces that you can eat! Easy to make, even easier to devour, these edible wreaths may not feature boughs of holly . . . but are sure still to make your guests jolly!Healthy Edible Wreaths for Holiday Entertaining - get the party off to a tasteful start with these tasty appetizer, salad, and entree ideas that are shaped to resemble a Christmas wreath!

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20+ Fit & Fresh Cinco de Mayo Ideas

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May is here and I am ready to parrrr-tay! Today I’ve rounded up my favorite Fit & Fresh Cinco de Mayo Ideas as inspiration for your south-of-the-border inspired shindig. I’ve stayed away from heavy, filling Mexican foods and focused on lighter foods, festive colors and alcohol-free libations so you can keep shaking your maracas all night. 20+ Fit and Fresh Ideas for Cinco de Mayo

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