For years, I've developed a taste for international coffees . Don't get me wrong: I love me a good old fashioned brewed cup of joe, but sometimes I crave an international-style coffee drink for a little something different. And I'm not t…
Cooking's my thing, but I'm in the mood to celebrate spring with some yummy cocktails, thank you very much! Seasonal sips are a fun, grown-up way to savor vibrant spring flavors as we coax the sun out of winter hiding. So put on your new…
If at this particular moment it has just struck you that you have a houseful of people showing up tonight for the Super Bowl--or perhaps your spouse just alerted you to that fact at this particular moment--don't worry, we can help with t…
Bold. Graphic. Modern. Who'd have guessed the humble coaster could be so fun--and protect furniture so gorgeously? Bonus: They're sturdy enough for your kids, too. The gorgeous coasters from ArtisEverything on Etsy are sturdy enough to s…
As someone who has greatly increased my Starbucks consumption as of late, I was thrilled to hear the news that this week, they introduced $1 reusable cups to help cut down all that paper waste. Starbucks is definitely on a roll with it's…
Whether you're cozying up with family or hosting a big New Year's party, New Year's Eve calls for party food that's easy, potentially kid-friendly, but also elegant for us cool parents. High maintenance? Nah. We've got New Year's Eve eat…
Well, we here are beyond happy to know that the world is still around today, Mayan calendar apocalypse warnings notwithstanding. It would be so wrong for it all to end before we get a chance to dig into Season 3 of Downton Abbey. So we w…
I admit it. I used to settle for a cup of coffee from just about anywhere, then quickly douse it with milk and sweetener. Then I had a proper cup of joe, which was like the pigeon describing a hot dog to the duck in Mo Willem's beloved T…
These days, I look for a cocktail that's just as tasty without the spirits. (Ah, how times have changed.) I like having yummy drinks on hand for pregnant friends, kids, and those who steer clear of alcohol. And I've figured out that the …
One of our readers' most common questions: what are your best tips for surviving travel with kids? We're here to oblige! So we've rounded up our tried-and-true favorite picks for keeping junior travelers in great spirits. From day trip t…
I'm already a big fan of the Honest Tea drink pouches for kids, which are a special treat around my house. But now they've made a big adjustment to the ingredients which means these already healthy drinks for kids now have even less suga…
Hey, wake up! It's National Coffee Day. So If you love coffee, raise your mug! And if you support fair trade coffee...well, we have a lot to talk about. Whether it's tall, grande, venti, with extra shots, with whip, made by baristas, or …
Browsing through our archives for cool Halloween ideas, I came across this old link to a post highlighting a recipe for super spooky eyeball Jell-O shots. Non-alcoholic for the kids , of course. Poking around the site, turns out there's …
I'd completely forgotten how much energy--and energy-boosting drinks--it takes to keep our school year routine running smoothly. Summer wiped away the evidence of our hectic September-May life, but, just like having a newborn again, back…
Soda, or "pop" if you're from the Midwest, is not something you tend to think of as homemade. Even as one of the great American culinary traditions it tends to be mass produced and super sized, laden with high fructose corn syrup, and ta…
That's no moon-- it's... a tea diffuser, and it's fully operational, Star Wars fans. You lovers of Star Wars and loose leaf teas: rejoice! This exquisitely detailed stainless steel Death Star Tea Infuser is an officially licensed Lucasfi…
I am still the world's worst Starbucks orderer. I can't remember whether I order the size before the "iced" and I still get the name of the coffee I love wrong. So of course I'm giggling at this adorable poster that breaks down the basic…
Other than my morning cup of joe (like one of these iced coffee recipes, yum), I tend to drink water. But when the heat is on, I find myself craving lemonade, frosty coffee drinks, and other summer coolers. I can down icy drinks from Sta…
We're all a little prone to dehydration in the summer around here, so I'm not above letting my kids grab swigs of my Gatorade on a really hot day. It's not the worst thing in the world, but it's not the best. So I'm all for trying out an…
The best party recipes for occasions like the Fourth of July, are simple party recipes that allow you enjoy the celebration too. These festive treats are just that easy. You can even have little ones help with the prep work, while older …
Fresh fruit is so glorious this time of year that sometimes whirling up a smoothie from a great recipe is the most I need to do with my farmer's market score. All you need at the very least is ice and a killer combination of seasonal fru…
Gourmet gifts make great Father's Day gifts for any dad, at least in our families. It's hard not to be thrilled by a little something sweet (or salty or sour or beer-y) to go with that sentimental card. Here, a few tasty Father's Day pic…
Now that it's unofficially summer, I'm in a white wine mindset, which also means delicious white wine cocktails. Fortunately I've got quite a few to share with you. But first, I want to share one of my favorite white wines--with a great …
Mothers Day brunch is one of my favorite traditions. However ever since having kids, Mother's Day poses a conundrum. I want it to be my day, which means not doing anything for anybody, but I also want to treat my own mama, and that requi…