Eight-ingredient beef, bean chili hides Super Bowl surprise
February 6, 2023 GMTA hearty and easy way to feed a crowd, chili is an ideal addition to a Super Bowl party. But to add interest to this savory winter staple, we reach for an ingredient from the baking world.
This recipe from our book “Cook What You Have,” which draws on pantry staples to assemble easy, weeknight meals, has all the usual suspects: ground meat, beans, cumin, chili powder, tomato and onion.
Switching up salsas for the Super Bowl: 3 recipes with fruit
February 1, 2023 GMTCertain foods are inextricably linked with game day parties: chicken wings, nachos, chili, guacamole … and salsa.
Cloud-like meringues offer simple path to French royalty
December 26, 2022 GMTLight, crisp, cloud-like meringue cookies have long been associated with French royalty, a decadent treat that required skill and dedication to pull off. Perhaps once, but then the whisk attachment was invented.
Parties are back, but how to dress? A holiday guide
December 26, 2022 GMTNEW YORK (AP) — The season's triple-virus threat notwithstanding, parties are back, and they've brought with them the potential for some dress code chaos.
Holiday advice for home bartenders, plus 4 festive cocktails
December 21, 2022 GMTLONDON (AP) — Looking to create a bit of winter luxury when tending bar at home this holiday season? London's top cocktail-makers have some tips.
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Easy, pull-together appetizer ideas for holiday entertaining
December 20, 2022 GMTNow's that time of the year when it feels like someone has pressed the time-lapse button and everything is moving at triple speed. Many of us are feeling the pinch: not having enough hours in the day yet also wanting to slow down and spend time with people we love (or at least like a lot).
Crustless quiche serves holiday crowd with ease
December 19, 2022 GMTWith the holidays come holiday guests, and the challenge of making breakfast for a crowd. We make this easy by drawing on Mediterranean traditions for baked eggs. Even after the meal has cooled, it remains delicious for those coming to the table a bit later.
Vin Scully, Dodgers broadcaster for 67 years, dies at 94
August 3, 2022 GMTLOS ANGELES (AP) — Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully, whose dulcet tones provided the soundtrack of summer while entertaining and informing Dodgers fans in Brooklyn and Los Angeles for 67 years, died Tuesday night.
Pergolas: Ancient garden structures are getting updated
April 2, 2019 GMTPergolas have been part of home gardens for a long time, but they're getting some modern upgrades because of trends toward backyard sanctuaries and entertaining...
Consider a taco bar for Super Bowl entertaining; some tips
January 29, 2019 GMTEvery year, I host a Super Bowl viewing party, and though our numbers fluctuate, suffice it to say the crowd is always ready to eat, especially now that it includes a handful of teenage boys.
I pick a menu that allows for different appetites, the possibility of last-minute guests, and the welcome chance of leftovers for dinners later in the week.
Holiday entertaining in small spaces is an art
December 11, 2018 GMTFor those in small homes, holiday entertaining can feel daunting, or even impossible. But with a little planning, that needn't be the case.
"I don't think anyone who enjoys hosting should stop themselves from entertaining just because of space constraints," says Sarah Carey, editorial director of food and entertaining for Martha Stewart Living magazine...
SCE&G offers tips on energy efficiency this holiday season
November 26, 2018 GMTIt's the time of year to break out the strings of Christmas lights, decorations, and light-up displays, but all this festiveness can come at the cost of a high energy bill.
To keep your energy bill affordable into the new year, SCE&G has some tips on how to be energy efficient this holiday season.
Party Prep Pointers for Stress-Free Holiday Entertaining
November 9, 2018 GMT( Family Features ) Thoughts of hosting and entertaining during one of the busiest seasons of the year can be stressful. With so much party preparation for the holidays, from decor to drinks and appetizers to activities, it’s easy to see how even the most experienced hosts can get a little flustered.
Easy entertaining and recipe tips from celebrity chef Katie Lee
August 12, 2018 GMT(BPT) - Whether it's an end-of-summer bash or a back-to-school barbecue, entertaining is all about family, friends and of course, food. But hosting the perfect soiree doesn't have to mean you're stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is enjoying the party.
ASK A DESIGNER: 3 pros discuss creating an outdoor room
June 12, 2018 GMTDesigners often talk about the perfect "outdoor living room" — a deck or patio that combines the comfort and style of indoor decorating with the pleasure of relaxing outside...
Add Spice to Summer Entertaining
June 1, 2018 GMT( Family Features ) Warmer weather may mean finding ways to cool off, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring bold flavors to the gathering you’re hosting with family and friends.
Outdoor entertaining with indoor style
May 8, 2018 GMTHosting an outdoor party on the balcony or in the backyard has often involved a run to the big-box store for utilitarian paper goods and plastic plates, and setting the table with a mishmash of random bowls and tea lights...
Win Tickets to Dish & Design!
October 31, 2017 GMTTreat yourself to an evening of food, wine and home decor. The Detroit News Homestyle Dish and Design presents the third event of 2017. Join us as we show you how to impress your guests and master holiday entertaining. From decorating to DIY hacks - and everything in between - we'll have experts ready to help you bring the holidays to life this season