We’re always looking for our new favorite cocktail, and this chilly weather has put us in the mood for booze served in a mug. Instead of going out this weekend, why not have a few friends over for a game night and serve one of these unexpected beverages? You could even put on a little show: you get to scorch... CONTINUE READING 7

Forget dashing through the snow on a one-horse open sleigh—your boyfriend is going to think that’s lame. While all you want for Christmas (or Hanukkah or Kwanzaa) is to go on a romantic, holiday-themed date, have fun convincing your macho-manly man to do anything that sounds the least bit girlie! But don't let a case of the Blue Christmases set in... CONTINUE READING 6

Oh, the weather outside is...scorching! Yep, since it's 100 degrees in the shade out there, bring yourself indoors and enjoy an ice-cold, Christmas-inspired drink. How can we even imagine Yuletide cheer and wintry temps at a time like this (oh, the heat-wave hasn't fried your brain cells yet, just us...)? Check out five freezing-cold, refreshing takes on classic Christmas cocktails... CONTINUE READING 31

Ho, ho, ho...t temperatures may be here for a while, but there’s a fun and easy way to cool off just a tad. How? Pretend it’s Christmastime (think: below-freezing temps, three inches of snow, dangling icicles…)—all of the following five Noel nibbles have a cool, summery spin. Hey, they say that Santa’s always watching, so spreading the cheer early will... CONTINUE READING 29

It's no wonder the number one New Year's resolution is to lose weight. Food is synonymous with the holiday season, so you’re bound to indulge in the next few weeks. Shecky's to the rescue, letting you know which options will do your body good, and which will make fitting into your jeans come January 1 impossible. Yep, welcome to an edition... CONTINUE READING 21

Let’s get real: no matter how many articles I read or write about which holiday foods are better for you, I’m going to have seconds on Thanksgiving Day (I try to practice what I preach, but my mom’s mashed potatoes are deadly delicious!). Yes, I like to indulge a little on the holidays, and with the eggnog-infused, truffle-laden parties I’ll... CONTINUE READING 13

C’mon, you knew this was inevitable. Halloween has been over for a mere 48 hours, but we’re already jamming to Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, The Hanukkah Song and Feliz Navidad…and making a list and checking it twice—of all the gifts we’d like to give AND receive. Get a head-start on holiday shopping or holiday hinting with these amazing and... CONTINUE READING 24

Okay, so the weather outside is a little less than frightful (aside from the scorching temps) and Santa isn’t exactly coming to town (unless he’s wearing board shorts and flips), but that’s no reason not to celebrate Christmas, right in the middle of the hot, hot summer. Take everything you love about the winter holidays, summer-fy... CONTINUE READING 10