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Paying tribute to African-American historical figures can be both educational and tasty with a Black History Month meal. Black History Month is celebrated every February to honor notable achievements from African Americans. Contemporary African-American cuisine, known as soul food, originated from the recipes of the slavery era and... more »

Many people who are invited to a barbecue, block party, picnic or any other outdoor get-together typically wind up asking the host, "What should I bring?" Eliminate this question--and the brainwork behind it--by finding the right side dish to bring to any occasion. Read on to learn how to bring the perfect side dish to a party. more »

A cookbook is often essential for a young couple who just got married. Oftentimes, this is the first time the two have been out on their own, and they don't know a thing about what to do in the kitchen. Giving a wedding cookbook filled with simple recipes suitable for the new, small family as a gift will help the two when in doubt. more »

Planning an inexpensive baby shower for a friend is a stress-free project, particularly if you can get a few friends to help out with the details. Give yourself at least a 2-week time window to notify the guests and arrange for RSVPs. more »

As an adult, you may already know how delicious Greek food can be. But to a child, a menu full of unknown items can be a bit unappealing, as many children automatically reject any food that wanders too far afield from the familiar. To help your child learn to love Greek food, try to choose items that most closely resemble their... more »