For all the college basketball fans out there, March Madness is back and as bold as ever! What other way to celebrate this annual championship better than to host a March Madness Party? Not a huge basketball fan? Use this as an excuse to get your friends to invite some basketball-loving cuties to come over... CONTINUE READING 9

There's only twelve days left until Christmas, which means you have less than two weeks to get that oh-so-perfect gift for everybody on your list. But before you get yourself into complete and utter procrastinator panic, we've got something that should soothe that shopping anxiety—how about some sprinkle-coated sweets, candy cane thumbprints, mountain-high meringues and jam-covered confections? Oh yes ladies,... CONTINUE READING 10

Every year, it's always the same—our holiday shopping list seems small and doable at first, but come December 25th, after weeks and weeks of trying to buy the perfect present, our bank accounts are empty and our sanity's pushed to the brink! Instead of feeding into the commercial Christmas craze, how about opting for sweet homemade holiday gifts straight from... CONTINUE READING 4

Forget political parties—we just want to party! The big day is here, the 2012 presidential election, and if you’re like us, you’ll be inviting family and friends over to watch every nail-biting minute of the battle of red vs. blue. Whether Republican elephants, Democratic donkeys or somewhere in between, we’ve got party gear that’ll please your guests no matter which... CONTINUE READING 3

You tricked, you treated, and now you've had pieces of leftover Halloween candy seemingly everywhere in your house all weekend, tempting you at every turn. It's officially time for all of us to rid our cabinets, cupboards and secret hiding spots of those sweet temptations, so we're whipping up delicious candy-filled desserts to pass on to friends, family, co-workers, neighbors,... CONTINUE READING 6

On Dia de los Muertos, it's customary to cover an altar dedicated to a loved one with sweet treats like sugar skulls, colorful candies and sweet breads. To honor the day, gather your amigas together and enjoy some delicious Day of the Dead-inspired desserts, from homemade sugar skulls to spiked Mexican hot chocolate to pan de muerto, a Mexican sweet... CONTINUE READING 7

Halloween is here, which means the best holidays have only just begun! Here’s your chance to use some creepy crawly décor and turn it into something appealing. We know you’d rather spend money on an awesome costume, so we’ve put together 5 easy and super inexpensive DIY décor and entertaining tips for the most hoppin' Halloween party ever! Eat, Drink and... CONTINUE READING 14

The world went into sheer pumpkin spiced panic this week when news hit that Starbucks was running low on their uber popular seasonal sip, the famed Pumpkin Spice Latte. While everyone was in a tizzy over what to order now to get their morning caffeine fix, we were searching for ways to satisfy our pumpkin spice craving without our beloved... CONTINUE READING 14

It's National Popcorn Poppin' Month and it couldn't have been a better time—October always make us want to snuggle up on the couch for a festive monster movie marathon, and no movie marathon is complete without an overflowing bowl of perfectly popped popcorn. But why settle for just butter when there are a whole wide array of fun, delicious toppings... CONTINUE READING 10

Step away from the PB&J! If you've been lugging around the same ol' boring brown-bagged lunch since those grammar school days, then you're well overdue for a meal makeover! Get ready for bagged lunch to go grown-up gourmet—we're talking upscale sandwiches piled high with prosciutto, ethnic eats like stuffed, steamed dumplings, not-so-standard salads, delicious desserts to cap it all off... CONTINUE READING 9