Christmas spice :

Monthly Mingle 28: The world of Spice Cookies

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This is the first time I have participated in the Monthly Mingle blog event but definitely not the last one. The host, Meeta, the writer of one my favourite blogs: What's For Lunch Honey . I like her stuff because of the fabolous flavoures[...]

Christmas Cuppies and Cookies

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Wooo Christmas baking has eventually begun...well it started a while ago actually but I need to start posting stuff up or else it's all just gonna come in one big chunk! I love baking around Christmas, I just love making seasonal stuff! This year I[...]

Christmas Fudge - who wants some ?

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Homemade fudge can be SO easy and versatile to make - and makes a lovely gift at any time of the year. It's no secret - I LOVE CHRISTMAS ! I love the smells of the spices and dried fruits, the colours and seasons cheer. It's even more[...]

Sunday Suppers (Monday Evening Edition): In Which We Visit Spice Mecca, Pretend We?re Back in College, and Make Some Curry

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I just barely restrained myself from pressing my nose against the window. Besides, it was open, so we just walked right in. Hello, friends!  It has been quite the Whirlwind the past couple of days.  Do you guys remember Cindy?  You[...]

Starbucks Christmas Blend Coffee ? Product Review and Tips

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Sitting inside a Starbucks with my husband Joe on one of our weekend Starbucks coffee dates, I couldn’t help but be drawn into the smell of the Starbucks Christmas Blend coffee. I decided to purchase a small bag to take home. This[...]

Cookies for X'mas...

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Firstly, I'm not a professional baker, but I'm trying to get there...there are three most important things in baking that I've learnt over the years - taste (obviously!!), originality and presentation (I have quite some learning to do[...]

Molasses Sugar Cookies

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YUM!  One of my all time favorite family Christmas cookie recipes; the Molasses Sugar Cookie!  Rich, spicy flavor with a little crunch and chewy center, these cookies are sure to please.   Once you've[...]

Spiced Chocolate Crinkles

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There is something magic about a soft, chewy chocolate cookie. Crinkle cookies are an attractive addition to any platter of cookies.  I have a recipe that was given to me by a friend long ago which is lovely on its own, but you know me and[...]

Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Cookies

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December 1st: you’ve arrived and I’m wondering where the rest of 2010 ran off to. Is it just me or did the past 334 days completely fly by? It’s already time again for heavy coats, scarves and gloves. Snow, sleds and sleigh[...]

Cookie Season! (and a little something for you?)

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You don’t know how long I’ve been waiting for this time of year to get here! I absolutely love the Holiday season….and more importantly, the baking adventures it brings. I’ve already been baking all kinds of cookies and[...]