I always have dreams of Thanksgiving grandeur, filled with perfect table settings and the most exquisite feast. Contrary to my dreams, my celebrations are usually relatively small. However, should there ever come a time when I need to break out extra chairs for the Dinner of All Dinners, these autumn place cards would be a must. Brilliantly easy!
:: via Another Shade of Grey
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I thought with Thanksgiving right around the corner that now would be a great time to showcase sweet potatoes. But you won’t find any sweet potato casserole recipes here! Because Sweet Potatoes Week is all about the unexpected!
As I mentioned earlier, today is downright dreary and fall-like here today which leaves me craving a hot bowl of soup. The unexpected combination of ingredients in Thai Sweet Potato and Carrot Soup leave me thinking that this would be a perfect fit.
:: recipe and photo via Cabbage Roses and Cupcakes
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I had a treat-sized bag of Whoppers last night leftover from Halloween. So when I saw this recipe for Chocolate Whopper Malted Cupcakes I was intrigued.
:: recipe and photo via Culinary Concoctions by Peabody
Posted In recipesIf you’re a chef or baker, whether by trade or by hobby, you know that spice racks are rarely designed to hold more than 16 or 20 spices. And that’s really just not enough. The Traveler’s Lunchbox took it upon themselves to create the perfect spice rack. Out of old printers’ type cases no less! I’m in lust.
:: via The Kitchn
I’m a true believer in the idea that when you pay for a product you pay for the experience it will provide you. Which brings us to Alice Chocolate and the sweet, matchbox-like package it arrives in and the cigar-like wands of pure chocolate held within. Lovely, lovely packaging.
Salty-sweet deliciousness awaits within these Pretzel Toffee Chip Brownies!
:: recipe and photo via The Recipe Girl
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Can’t you see a mantle with a line of these darling book pumpkins on it? I can also see it working for other shapes awesomely.
:: via CRAFT
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One Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Two Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Three Chocolate Raspberry Martini,
Floor.
Ingredients:
– 12 Fresh raspberries
– 2 ounces Chambord
– 4 Tablespoons Semi-Sweet Cocoa powder
– 8 ounces of Merlot or Cabernet
In a bowl add raspberries and ½ ounce of the Chambord. Muddle these together to ensure the two are well incorporated. Add the cocoa powder and 4 ounces of the red wine. Mix well and then strain into a small pitcher to remove the raspberry seeds. Add the additional Chambord and red wine. Pour into a mixing glass or shaker with ice and vigourously shake. Strain into martini glasses and enjoy! As an option, rim your martini glasses with chocolate and crushed nuts. You can also dust with a little cocoa powder or add a shaving of chocolate. Serves 4-6.
:: cocktail recipe and photo via Hostess with the Mostess
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Ferrero Rocher happens to be one of my very favorites when it comes to chocolate. And this recipe for Ferraro Rocher frozen pie is a good excuse to experiment with all of the complex flavors that make up those chocolate balls of goodness. (You heard me right!)
:: recipe and photo via YumSugar
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I love this grown-up meets playful leaf swing. Perfect for the indian summer most of us are experiencing!
:: via Another Shade of Grey
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