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42 Ideas For Your Thanksgiving Menu
A traditional Thanksgiving doesn’t have any surprises. You’ll find a turkey, potatoes, some vegetables, and (if you’re lucky) a pie. In this guide, we’ll explore Thanksgiving dish ideas so you can curate a menu that you’re proud of. You’ll want to curate your menu at least a week before Thanksgiving so you can get your…
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How To Host Your First Thanksgiving
Hosting your first Thanksgiving is right of passage. It’s the ultimate dinner party of the year where you can indulge in heartwarming food with the people you love. I aim for my blog posts to be objective and informative, but Thanksgiving is very personal for me. I’ve been helping my dad in the kitchen on…
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Red Wine Braised Short Ribs for Two
These Red Wine Braised Short Ribs will fall right off the bone and onto your plate. Cooking short ribs is a low and slow process that rewards you with tender braised beef. My Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are perfect for a romantic dinner at home for two and comes together in about two hours.…
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Weekend Trip to Boston Itinerary
Boston boasts a revolutionary history, delicious Italian food, and quaint cobblestone streets. It’s more of a town than a city, making it walkable and easy to explore in a weekend. It’s a great stop on a New England road trip or a weekend getaway in the northeast. This itinerary jam-packs Boston into a single weekend. …
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Guacamole for Gameday
Whether it’s NFL Sunday or Mexican Monday, this guacamole will keep your guests happy while you prepare the main dish for dinner or wait for the take out to be delivered. It’s the perfect appetizer for any size gathering that can easily be adjusted based on the number of guests you’re hosting. Four avocados typically…
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NYC Day Trip: Apple Picking Upstate
When summer slows down and the air gets a bit crisp, it’s apple season. Although apple season runs from July to November, autumn is the best time of year to go upstate to go apple picking at an orchard. In October the leaves are changing, the weather is cooler, and orchards host different fall-themed events…
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Portland to Acadia National Park Itinerary
If you’re going to Acadia National Park, you’re most likely not flying straight to Bar Harbor. In fact, you shouldn’t. The road trip from Portland to Acadia National Park is only 3 hours long with travel-worthy stops along the way. This is a five-day itinerary for driving to and around Acadia National Park from Portland,…
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Maine Fall Travel Guide: Acadia National Park and Portland
Maine gets the nickname “Vacationland” because it’s the ideal place for a laid-back getaway. It’s known for its delicious food like lobster and blueberry pie and access to the outdoors. Fall, specifically October, is a great time to visit Maine because of the lack of crowds, cool weather, and stunning fall foliage. Maine is home…
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Fig Arugula Salad With Balsamic Tahini Dressing
Whether it’s a fig jam or the figs in this salad, figs can make anything feel fancy. This Fig Arugula Salad with Balsamic Tahini Dressing is an elevated side salad that is a great addition to your next dinner party. It comes together in minutes and can be tossed right before serving your main course. …
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Lemon Zucchini Risotto
Risotto feels fancy — almost too fancy to be able to make at home. This Lemon Zucchini Risotto recipe is warm and comforting for fall but still has the taste of summer with bright lemon and seasonal zucchini. It’s affordable, decadent, and easier to make than you think. If you want to impress your guests,…