5 Tips to Host the Perfect Wintertime Gathering Between Holidays

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The holidays are here, and you know what that means: crazily rushing from event to event! To reduce stress and allow for a more flexible schedule, host informal wintertime gatherings between the holidays. Read more now to learn about our top five tips to throw a cool and casual party with no pressure.

21 of the Best Gluten-Free Cookies for Worry-Free Baking

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Learn how to make the most delicious and creative alternative cookies when following a gluten-free diet. You can enjoy every bite of fun sweet treats like lemon almond macaroons and new spins on classics like paleo chewy chocolate chip. Read on to discover our collection of Foodal’s favorite recipes now.

The 15 Best Warming Drinks to Sip and Savor this Winter

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Love the comforting feeling of sipping on a cozy beverage during the chilly winter months? Enjoy every recipe from our list of 15 homemade warming drinks. Sip and savor hot chocolate, infused teas, boozy coffees, and more. Find your favorites now to make on a relaxing night in or for a big holiday party.

Top Holiday Gift Ideas for the Food and Drink Lover

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Are you looking for a holiday gift to delight the food lover in your life? You’ve come to the right place! From edible or drinkable treats to subscription boxes to must-have appliances, utensils, gadgets, and more, we have it all and we’re eager to share. Learn about our top picks and where to find them now.

Brioche Cranberry Cinnamon Rolls

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We love baking sweet and fluffy cinnamon rolls all year long! But when the fall and winter seasons arrive, it’s the perfect time to celebrate with something more seasonal. Try our cranberry cinnamon rolls, made with a buttery brioche dough swirled around a spiced cranberry filling. Read more now for the recipe.

The 7 Best Foodie Gifts under $100

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Are you looking for a gift that will be appreciated by the special foodie in your life, the one that never gets tired of cooking or baking? Discover our 7 top picks under $100 for something useful in the kitchen. We suggest bakeware, grill tools, gadgets, and more. Read our gift guide now for all the best ideas.

69 Finger Food Appetizers Perfect for Holiday Parties

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With the holiday season in full swing, there are so many potlucks to attend and parties with friends, family, and coworkers. But what are you going to serve? Our roundup of the best finger food appetizers has everything you’ll need. Find the best ideas to satisfy a variety of diets now with our homemade recipes.

Soft Ginger Cookies (Gluten Free)

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Our recipe for soft and chewy gluten-free ginger cookies will warm you up with a mix of spices. Coated in granulated sugar right before baking, you’ll love the delicate crunch that’s all around the outside of each tender morsel. And a fresh batch can be made in under 45 minutes. Learn how to make the recipe now.

7 Tips to Survive Thanksgiving (or Christmas) Dinner

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Are you stressed out about the Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner you’re hosting? Worried that everything won’t go according to plan? Foodal has advice from a food industry expert who has heard every holiday worry. Discover seven recommendations for surviving, and maybe even enjoying, the holiday season now.

Kids in the Kitchen: 7 Tips for Holiday Cooking with Children

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With patience, planning, and time, you can let the kids help you in the kitchen and enjoy it, too. Children love to help, and learning how to organize and prepare meals is an essential life skill. Read on for seven tips for including your kids in preparing holiday meals this year. Give each a job and let the fun begin.

Tips to Minimize Dish Cleaning During the Holidays

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The holiday dinner is over, and your guests leave the table with smiles on their faces, full and happy. But who’s going to deal with all the dirty dishes after everyone returns home? Discover our practical tips for minimizing the mountains of dinnerware and cookware during the holiday season. Read more now.

5 Steps to Create the Perfect Meat and Cheese Board

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Ready to host the best dinner party? Learn how to put together a meat and cheese board to impress your guests. It could not be easier to make, once you know how to do it well. With our techniques, there are just 5 steps to creating the perfect appetizer spread that everyone will love. Keep reading to learn more!