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

Hopefully, presents elicit the elusive oohs and ahhs we so greatly anticipate, but can they also provoke…drool? When you purchase any of these delicious delicacies as presents, that is possible—and hopefully your recipients share! See our faves and check out a sweet treat that will be available at our Holiday Night Out event in New York City. -Lynden Halpern Nix pre-made, pre-packaged... CONTINUE READING 11

They say everything is bigger in Texas, and I'd have to agree with that—living spaces, food portions, football and, well, let's just say I felt a tad flat-chested while I was there! In Houston, I found some adorable quaint neighborhoods with great spas, shops and restaurants. We're not coming to Houston this season, but go on our Events page and invite... CONTINUE READING 7