The best time of year to enjoy eggnog is here, and consumers can make the most out of every drop with a few food safety tips. National Eggnog Day returns Dec. 24, inviting families to partake in the centuries-old tradition of enjoying the sweet, creamy beverage on Christmas Eve. While eggnog is avai...

Praised by foodies and lovers of Asian cuisine, ginger is known for its culinary and medicinal properties. Grated, chopped, juiced or cut into thin strips, ginger is versatile and consumed as a spice, a beverage or an accompaniment in savory dishes as well as desserts. Spicy and aromatic, ginger is ...

This recipe features a wonderful melding of two holiday favorites. Makes 8 servings Ingredients : ½ c. sugar 1 tbsp. arrowroot powder or cornstarch 6 tbsp. cold water, divided 2 c. fresh or frozen cranberries 1 t. ground cardamom or cinnamon 1 9-inch frozen pie shell, prebaked according to package d...

The Day of the Horse – this day in early December is marked by several horse organizations and advocacy groups to celebrate our majestic friends and their contributions to society. “In 2004, Congress designated December 13thas National Day of the Horse, and it has been celebrated each year since. Th...

The festive season is here – why not make Christmas extra special this year by bringing a little extra yuletide joy to your home? Interior designer Benji Lewis offers effortlessly elegant but chic ideas to bring that wonderful warm, festive atmosphere to your Christmas table setting. “Christmas can ...

What would the holidays be without delicious foods to share with loved ones? In fact, crafting elaborate meals and baking goodies is par for the course once the weather begins to cool and decorations turn up on businesses and homes. Many people have tried-and-true recipes they rely on each year, but...

Coins. Stamps. Prints of the artwork of Jackson Pollock. Collections range from the vague to the extremely niche in subject matter. However, most don’t think of Christmas ornaments when they think of collecting – they’re just a static, consistent part of the holiday season. I would posit that it’s a...

Cranberries are good for you all year long, but they seem to stand out more for our winter holiday meals. Try out this tasty treat for your Christmas celebrations. Cranberry Cointreau Christmas Cake Makes 16 servings Ingredients: 2 ½ cups all-purpose unbleached flour, plus more for flouring the pan ...

If you have a gardener in your life and need some help selecting a gift, read on for some ideas that should please even the choosiest of gardeners. Most gardeners would be so pleased to receive a gift card to their favorite garden center or nursery. How will you know what that is? Simply recall a pr...