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  • Roquefort-Stuffed Fried Olives

    What a great appetizer idea! And they're fried, which means they must be good! These lovely photos and recipe are from Fake Ginger. Thank you Amanda! Ingredients: 1 can (6 ounces) Lindsay ripe black olives (drained) 2 ounces Roquefort (or...

  • Earl Grey Lemonade Recipe

    Yet another recipe and its accompanying photos from SemiSweetie. Perfect for a warm spring day! Ingredients: 500 g of water 160 g of freshly squeezed lemon juice 120 g of sugar 4 teaspoons of loose earl grey leaves Directions: 1....

  • The Sweet And Spicy Apple Chips

      Yet another gorgeous recipe and photos courtesy of A Cozy Kitchen! There is nothing cozier than a kitchen filled with the smell of baking apples and cinnamon...Mmm! Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon cardamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg...

  • Yummy Crab "Martini" Appetizer Idea

    Looking for something different to serve as an hors d'oeuvre at your next brunch or dinner party? Try these crab martinis for a pretty, easy appetizer! For extra presentation points, use our Smarty Tea color bamboo knot picks and 8...

  • Pomander Tequila Winter Punch

    Recipe and Photos courtesy of Scarletta Bakes Try serving this lovely punch in our 6 oz punch cups! Pomander Tequila Winter Punch 4 c. apple juice 1 c. tequila reposado 1 stick canela (a stick of cinnamon may be substituted)...

  • Mexican Chocolate Valentine's Hearts

    V-Day is coming up, Smarties! Chocolates can be a typical gift, but not when they're handmade with the labor of love. Start melting! Try wrapping them in these red favor boxes for an extra sweet touch. Mexican Chocolate Hearts 12...