Entertaining

Expect your chocolate fountain to be the most popular attraction at weddings, birthdays, baby or wedding showers, reunions, and holiday events. If you have a chocolate fountain, you must also have...

Providing a variety of candies and chocolates makes parties more enjoyable and gives guests something sweet to snack on. Buying too much candy for a party will create a lot of leftovers that can...

A dinner party wouldn't be complete without cake for dessert. Serving cake family-style is fine for a casual party, but if you're hosting a formal dinner party in your home, you'll want to plate...

Want to play a prank on your friends? Want them to still be your friends when you've done it? This one is easy.

Recreate the old-fashioned ice cream counter on a small scale for your summer barbecue or birthday party. While not as grand or elegant as the old-fashioned drugstore setup, an outdoor soda...

I decided this afternoon to give my chocolate-chip cookies a face lift. I've never switched up my recipe for thirty years, but for some odd reason, I wanted to add some texture to my ordinary,...

Tired of serving the same old candy and sweets at your parties? With Christmas and the Holidays coming, do you want something unique for your guests? Then try my recipe for white chocolate...

Hot cocoa mix, complete with marshmallow and chocolate chips, combined together to look like an ice cream cone. This is a terrific Craft for children to make as gifts. I have gotten terrific...

Appealing to adults and children alike, a chocolate dipping fountain exudes both sophisticated luxury and Willie Wonka-esque fancifulness. The rich and flowing sweetness adds life, movement and a...

I love to make candy and simple candy' s for friend's, family, and visitor's. Candy is good for get together' s and friend's love to have tray's for baby shower' s and other event's. Simple, fast...

Here's a wacky way to make Indoor Smores. Sometimes it's just too stinkin' hot or too crazy cold to make Smores outdoors! Smores can bond people together. And not just because of the sticky...

A chocolate fountain is ideal for parties or celebrations. It provides tasty treats and a stunning centerpiece. Melted chocolate is pumped through the fountain system and falls over the top tier,...

Party bags, also known as loot or favor bags, are a chance to show your guests your appreciation for attending. Used primarily at weddings and pre-wedding events, baby showers and children's...

A chocolate fountain provides not only a decadent dessert, but a visually pleasing centerpiece as well. A large assortment of dipping items can add to the decorative effect and provide guests with...

Autumn is a time to celebrate. The heat of summer is abating and the harvest is being gathered. Consider celebrating the season with festive cupcakes in a variety of colors and flavors. Seasonal...

A chocolate fountain is a fun way to add some flavor and color to your next party. There are many ways to enjoy a chocolate fountain, but it is a good idea to have some ideas ready in advance...

How to make a great tasting treat on a budget and to help with those chocolate and peanut butter cravings.

Nothing can be more stressful than trying to plan the perfect party with the perfect food. However, creating your own fruit tray can be a very healthy and economical way to fill space on the food...

Children love to open up gifts. Sometimes ripping off the paper is even more fun than the gift itself. When receiving an edible gift, kids get double the enjoyment. Edible gifts are usually much...

Chocolate fountains have become a popular way to serve dessert to a large number of chocolate lovers. You can rent chocolate fountains from specialty shops or even buy your own. Some places will...

Do you have a firepit that you wish you used more often? You neighbors and friends will appreciate it if you do!

Sometimes you may want to curl up and get comfy with a hot cocoa but you don't have any hot cocoa mix. Well here is a way you can make a wonderful hot chocolate drink without any cocoa mix. These...

Looking for something special for a Romantic evening at home? Wondering what you can bring to your next family gathering to wow the crowd? Or just want a fun night with the girls? Try this simple...

Whether hosting a dinner party for singles or inviting guests who don't know each other, you may want to have each guest at your dinner party sit in a certain place. It can be politically and...

The cold weather can make socializing and enjoying the outdoors challenging but that doesn't mean that you can't bundle up and have a good time. Get your winter coat on and have a fun time with...

Chocolate cake can be good, but it's still just a chocolate cake. With just a few extra ingredients and a little more time, you can turn a plain cake mix into a mouth-watering exstravagent dessert.

Chocolate fondue fountains lend an air of festive celebration to any occasion. The excitement you generate with these machines will keep your guests coming back for more. You can use them to...

Candy can make a great party favor because it's inexpensive and most everyone loves it. Also there are so many different molds out there that you can easily find something that suits the party....

Social events seem to come all at once or not at all. From November until the beginning of January, there seems to be no end to visits with family, big dinners and various parties and...

Beef stew is a traditional dinner, and though the recipe varies slightly between families, the main ingredients--meat and vegetables in a thick broth--make beef stew an easy meal to serve to...

You'll learn how to make a wonderful treat that everyone will love and they're great for any occasion. It's chocolate chip cookie doughin candy form that's wrapped ina chocolate shell !

Willy Wonka--the master of sweet treats and the fantastical creator of a candy wonderland. Bring this magical dream world to life and throw your kids the ultimate candy fest. Read on to find out...

This is a decadent treat that is surprisingly easy to make. Just don’t ask for the calorie content. Read on for the recipe.

With temperatures reaching the eighties during the Los Angeles "winter," it can be difficult to get into the Christmas spirit--even in Tinseltown. These tips should give you some ideas of how and...

Wine and cheese parties abound, but here’s a how-to-guide to put a twist on this popular social event. Throw a dessert wine and fondue party. Gather up the sweet stuff such as your favorite...

Tired of the same old party? Typical “finger foods” a little overdone? No worries, take a stride from the hip cats of the 1970’s and throw a fondue party. Your guests will love the creativity and...

Homemade chocolate raspberry truffles take some effort to create but are worth every second spent in the kitchen. Enjoy these non-alcoholic candies and be sure to invite friends to help or you may...

Chocolate and raspberry have a special affinity for each other. This is the perfect topping for vanilla, chocolate or cherry ice cream. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.