Cranberry Spice Baked Brie + Free Thanksgiving Dinner from Ibotta

Appetizers, Brands, Entertaining, Holidays, Recipes, Tutorial

Thanksgiving is going to look a lot different this year. To keep our loved ones and ourselves safe, most of us will not be celebrating the holiday with extended family. That’s certainly the case for myself and it is kind of a bummer. Hopefully, this is the first and only year we all have to …

How to Host a Small Cocktail Party at Home

Alcohol, Appetizers, Brands, Cocktails, Contributing Writer, Drinks, Entertaining, Party Themes, Recipes

For some time now, having friends over has been a more casual, spontaneous affair with beers and wines. But lately, there has been a resurgence of cocktail parties. While beer and wine are still very much enjoyed, mixed drinks have gained in popularity, offering a more formal gathering, complete with appetizers and small bites. If …

Curry Rotisserie Chicken Salad Sliders

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This post was sponsored by King’s Hawaiian as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. We are moments away from the big game and preparations are in full swing. If you are planning a football viewing party this weekend and need to fill the …

Game Day Twists with Heluva Good! Dip

Appetizers, Brands, Bread, Condiments, Creams, Entertaining, Party Themes, Recipes, Sauces, Tutorial

Special thanks to Heluva Good! Dip for partnering with me to create this post. All opinions and shenanigans are my own. The Big Game is upon us and it is time to get prepared! Do you have all the essentials? You will need your team’s jersey, a set of fun friends for the viewing party, …

The Cauliflower Hash Brown Swap

Appetizers, Brands, Gluten Free, Product Reviews, Recipes

I’ve partnered with Green Giant as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Last year, I read an article that had surveyed psychologists, trying to find tips and tricks to keeping New Year’s Resolutions. Their advice? Keep it simple and swap! And seriously, this is some sound advice. …

Super Sunday Grazing Board

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Thank you Farm Rich for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Check out their snacks and apps for your game day game plan! In my world, hosting a football viewing party is just as much a sport as the actual game we are watching. Inventive platings, strategic pairings, and scrumptious blueprints make for …

Spiced Cauliflower Tortilla Snowflake Chips

Appetizers, Brands, Bread, Dessert, Entertaining, Gluten Free, Holidays, Recipes, Sweets, Tutorial

This post is sponsored by CAULIPOWER Cauliflower Tortilla but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Looking to take your entertaining game to the next level? Expert level, to be exact? Then you’re going to want to bookmark today’s post because I am elevating your hot cocoa game to new heights. With the …

Cranberry Ham & Goat Cheese Pies

Appetizers, Holidays, Pies, Recipes, Tutorial

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Smithfield®. The opinions and text are all mine. There are two types of holiday guests… turkey people and ham people. And if you’re hosting this year’s holiday meal like I am, then you know what a pain this can be. Seriously, who wants to …