As you finish up your Thanksgiving meal, and realize that Hanukkah and Christmas are right around the corner (and this weekend is the busiest shopping weekend of the year) I have designed a helpful and carefully curated gift guide of my favorite things that is not to be missed. All of these items have been […]
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5 Quick Tips To Help Your Thanksgiving Go Smoothly
Thanksgiving is my very favorite holiday, but one that requires organization. I have 5 quick tips to help your Thanksgiving go smoothly. There are not enough adjectives to describe what Thanksgiving means to me. I certainly am so grateful for family, friends and all that, but let’s get down to the nitty-gritty: Thanksgiving, along with […]
The Garden House Holiday Christmas Tour
The garden house Holiday Christmas Tour is here! Flocked trees hosting lots of silver and gold, nature with sparkle, come on in and see. When I take a moment to think, I can’t believe that it’s been over a year since we built my beloved garden house. A haven that was eight years in the […]
Cook With Brooke – Oysters Rockefeller Bread Pudding
On Cook With Brooke, I’m making Oysters Rockefeller Bread Pudding, which would be a delicious side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner! If I ever deviate from our Thanksgiving menu that I make every year, I would be shunned by Sean and the kids. While sometimes changing up how I cook the turkey, whether it’s roasted, […]
Why Homemade Croutons Should Be A Pantry Staple
Homemade croutons should be a pantry staple. Here is my easy and scrumptious recipe, along with all the ways to serve these homemade bites. One of my favorite memory smells growing up, is of my Daddy’s homemade croutons baking in the oven. He would take any kind of bread on the brink of stale that […]
Handmade Christmas Drink Stirrers
These handmade Christmas Drink Stirrers bring so much cheer to your holiday drink, whether it’s a cocktail or even hot chocolate. It’s no secret that I love a good craft (and a good cocktail), especially around the holidays. I’ll glitter just about anything, and customize a napkin all day long, even making these handmade Christmas […]
How To Weatherproof Ribbon For Outdoors
Know how to weatherproof ribbon, and keep those outdoor bows looking beautiful? No more flimsy loops, here’s to keeping outdoor bows festive. Have you ever attached a beautiful ribbon bow to an outdoor wreath, only to find it limp and flimsy just a few days later? This has happened to me several times, so I […]
Homemade Tarragon Vinegar Recipe
Tarragon vinegar is called for in many recipes. Homemade Tarragon Vinegar always on hand, and I make my own using fresh tarragon from my garden. I’m going to say that tarragon is on my list of top 3 favorite herbs. I use it in everything from various beef marinades to fish dishes. So, it should […]
Homemade Chive Blossom Vinegar
Did you know that chive blossoms are just as flavorful as the chives themselves? Homemade chive blossom vinegar is flavorful and delish! Chive blossoms are so delicious, and often get snipped off when adding chives to a recipe. Why is that? They add the same onion-y flavor as their stems, and are simply stated. Dice […]
Do You Have A Dark Corner? Light It Up!
What’s stopping you from lighting up a dark corner? I’m sharing one of my favorite DIY’s of all time, and that’s turning a vase into a base. A lamp base, that is.
An easy and rather inexpensive project that gives you that high class, custom look!
