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Holiday!

Welcome to our Seasonal/Holiday section!

Brett’s Blueberry / Raspberry Pie for Pi Day

(yes, I know Pi Day was yesterday) My brother: “It’s Pi Day, why don’t you have a pie on Foodwhirl?” Me: “Ummm, I haven’t made a pie lately?” My brother: “But… It’s Pi Day. You need pie.” Me: “Well, make me a pie and I’ll put it up on Foodwhirl, tomorrow” My brother: “OK.” Click the Photos at the t…

Niki’s Homemade Corned Beef and Cabbage

Last year, Niki posted her entire process for making homemade corned beef – corning it herself rather than buying that pink stuff in the store. So if you’re up for doing it for this St. Paddy’s day, it’s time to start thinking about it! Here are the three posts from last year, with all the instructions you’ll need.

Heart Calzones

Hope everyone is having a lovely Valentine’s Day. I spotted these calzones at Craftzine and thought they were just too cute… Go read the whole thing and get the recipe: Heart Calzones

Romantic Date Night: Decor & Recipes!

With Valentine’s Day coming up, our thoughts turn to romance. But man, getting a table (and one that won’t cost an arm and a leg, packed in like sardines) at your favorite fancy bistro can be difficult… Here’s Nicole‘s answer to a romantic date night, when you decide to stay in and cook at home, but want the evening to be extra special. Nicole writes: Friday was our 16th anni…

Cookie Dough Truffles

Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious shares with us these lovely, and easy, Cookie Dough Truffles. Truffles are great because they not only taste decadently yummy, but also look more impressive than just your average plate of cookies. What a great idea for a valentines day sweet for your sweetie, or make up a bunch for a party or gifting! Go read the whole thing, and get the recipe: Cookie Dough Truffles

Chocolate Valentines Day ideas..and more romance

As Valentine’s Day approaches, our thoughts turn to romance. And for many people ROMANCE=CHOCOLATE! Here are a few chocolate ideas from Foodwhirls past, for romance or just for valentines day fun! Cupcakes in a Jar (and Chocolate Beet Cake)! These would be a great valentine’s gift for someone special, or a fun teacher gift! Check out this clever idea from Made By Nicole. Portable and adorab…

Fête des Rois galette

Please welcome our newest contributor, Élise! The Fête des Rois galette is filled with almonds and tasty holiday flavors. This traditional pastry is served each year at my Papa’s Alliance Française in Aiken, South Carolina – where a surprising number of French and French Canadian transplants have made their homes. The tradition follows as such: on Epiphany (the Twelfth Day of Christmas – January 6th),…

Champagne Cake Pops – how cute!

It’s a little late for New Years Eve, but file this away for next year… or maybe a champagne oriented wedding shower? Check these out at Mega-crafty… Cake pops are so much fun to do, and impressive little treats for a party. Go get the how to on how to make them…

Black Eyed Peas for New Years Day (Hopping John)

I’m about to make my Black Eyed Peas for tomorrow, so I’m passing on my super easy recipe. It only takes about an hour or so to cook, so you can pull it together on New Years Day morning, if you’re not too bleary eyed–or cook it today and just reheat tomorrow– I think it’s better if it cooks a little longer, particularly if you’re using a hambone in there. Soak you…