Foodie Friday: Celebrate Oktoberfest At Home. Recipes & More

Oktoberfest is in full swing and traditionally ends the first weekend of October. It's a fun fest filled with hearty food and plenty of beer. You don't have to travel far to celebrate German style.  Go ahead pour a cool one and schnitzel some veal. I've found all the recipes & cooks tools you need for October's best food fest. Lederhosen optional.

HERE: 18 Fab Finds & Recipes

Spinach, Artichoke + Bacon Stuffed Pretzels
Oh you guys! Think of this recipe as taking your famous spinach or warm artichoke dip up 1,000 notches. Pour me a beer!
Half Baked Harvest

Everyday IPA Beer Making Kit
A DIY beer making kit that hales from Brooklyn. A wonderful gift for the hop head in your life.
Dean and DeLuca

Oktoberfest Pork Shank Recipe
I have to say that I love pork, almost any way you serve it, but I have never made a whole Pork Shank. This recipe is the real deal coming from Chef Thomas Ferlesch of Pilsener Haus restaurant.
Food Republic

Wine Enthusiast Steady Temp Beer Glass
A savvy solution for keeping ice cold beer cold! This set of four double wall mouth-blown glasses makes a compelling presentation.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Beer Cheese Soup

Beer cheese soup has made it’s way onto Oktoberfest menus all over the word. There's no better way to serve any kind of soup than in a bread bowl. Get the recipe at

How Sweet Eats

German Pancake With Lemon and Sugar
Oven baked and sure to be enjoyed by all. Place it in the middle of the table for a bit of drama.
Gourmet Traveller

Pork Burgers with Sauerkraut and Gruyère
Said to be a cross between a Patty Melt and a Reuben. For you bread lovers, take a look at that Marble Rye!
Fine Cooking

Beer and Pretzel Caramels
Made of crunchy chunks of salty Martin’s pretzels, sugar, salt, alcohol, heavy cream and more. What's not to like? Bowls of these tasty tidbits will be happily devoured at any Fall party.
Food52

Veal Schnitzels With Burnt Caper Butter
Did you realize that there really is something called "Veal Leg Schnitzel?" This recipe calls for 8 of them. I have to say, besides a German Chocolate Cake, Veal Schnitzel gets my vote for the best German dish.
Gourmet Traveller

 Mama's German Chocolate Cake Recipe
Yep, my Mama's cake looked like this, and so does mine. In looking for the best recipe to share, I saw so many without frosting on the sides. For me, the reason to eat cake IS the frosting! This recipe is the real deal.
My Recipes

Set A Layered Table

Now this table is Fall Fete fabulous! "A balance of warm and cool hues enlivens the table, which is grounded in earthy materials such as wood and natural fibers." Shop the look at 

One Kings Lane

Sausage, Sourdough, And Bell Pepper Spiedini
October afternoons are perfect for preparing this stylish salad on a stick.
Bon Appetit

Black Forest Gateau
I remember my local bakery making a Black Forest Cake when I was a child. It wasn't as beautiful as this, but it was good and laden with whipped cream. This recipe is said to be dense with chocolate and Kirsch Liquor, one of my favorites.
Butter and Brioche

Skillet Beef and Ale Pie
Comfort food at its' best!  This one pan dish will feed you for days.
The Kitchn

Apple Kuchen With Hot Cream Sauce
From Thomas Keller's French Laundry Cookbook. Enough said. I am sure it will not dissappoint.
Tartine and Apron Strings

Cheesehead Brats
Apologies to my Wisconsin friends, but I didn't name this recipe. Inspired by Green Bay Packers fans, these brats are perfectly prepared with beer, onions, sauerkraut. Grilling the bun is essential!
Fine Cooking

Mangalitsa Bratwurst Trio 
A good meal starts with a quality product. These not so pretty sausages are sure to be better than those wrapped in plastic at your grocery store. What a lovely gift for any meat lover!
Dean and DeLuca

Boozy Biscoff Beer Float
I don't know about the beer and ice cream combo thing. It sure looks good, but really? Then I read that it is made with Chocolate Porter Beer and Biscoff Spread. The spread is actually a "cookie butter." I think I am open to giving it a try. What about you?
Bakers Royale

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Gifts For October Birthday Girls

I love a gift, especially those that come in orange boxes (Hermes), blue boxes (Tiffany) or Black and White boxes (Chanel). Making this a little personal because today happens to be my half birthday, and I do expect to eat cake!  October girls are either Libras or Scorpios.  The Libra lady is active, loves sports, knows how to be silly, and has a great imagination.  Girls born after the 23rd are Scorpio's. They are secretive, sexy, calm, loyal and dynamic.  What an interesting group of women, and they all deserve a good gift!

HERE: 11 Zodiac Inspired Birthday Gifts

Christian Lacroix Caribe Hardbound Journal
Libra girls love the outdoors and nature. This beautiful bound book combines both to create a journal for her very best thoughts and vivid imagination.
Shoptiques

Kate Spade Hand Signed Books
Libra girls are always well groomed with a charming style of their own. They above all signs will appreciate the colorful books of designer, Kate Spade. Chose from "Style," "Manners," or "Occasions."
IfOnly

Kate Spade New York Umbrella
The fun and silly Libra lady, will get a kick out of this unexpected umbrella.  Most of all, she will love the smiles that her accessory will bring on a rainy day.
Swoozies

Grown Up Friendship Bracelets
For the forever loyal Scorpio. She would be proud to wear one of these iconic sterling silver or 18K gold bracelets in your honor. Save 25% until October 4th. Click for details.
Links Of London

Smythson Top Secret Notebook

I love these little luxurious leather notebooks, and so will your Scorpio friend.

Barney's New York

Ampersand One More Thing Figurine

Fiercely loyal Scorpio will love being connected to you via this typography "AND" sign. Just the right size for her desk.

Mod Cloth

World Domination Desk In A Box Set

A clever and chic gift for Scorpio girls. They will appreciate the printed sentiment on this luxe set from Sloane Stationery,

AHAlife

Pick Your 4 Pack By Kooba Candles

These candles are just fabulous and each lasts for about 70 hours. The outdoor loving, Libra will enjoy the Botanical Collection. Think, Lemongrass, Thyme, Sage and Ginger.

Burke Decor

Trish McEvoy Sexy 9

The perfect scent for those sexy Scorpio sirens! This Limited Edition features blackberry and vanilla musk. Sounds divine. 

Nordstrom

Meditation Box

Calm by nature, Libra girls wouldn't mind taking a minute to just be still, meditate, reflect, and be creative with positive affirmations.

Uncommon Goods

Ben's Garden:  Big Life Glass Tray
Agreed. Dynamic Scorpio women will totally concur with the sentiment of Ms. Dickinson. 
Zhush

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