The Joy Of Cooking: Gifts & Recipes For Family Fun

I like the idea of giving a "family gift" to people you love. Because the kitchen is the heart of the home, something fun that the entire family can cook or create is always welcome. Since the Holidays are here, hopefully we all will take some time to just "be" together, but we have to eat. So why not give the gift of a family eating experience?

HERE: 15 Recipes & Gifts In Good Taste

Petite Pizzeria

This is a little wonder! I own it and love it. In fact right after Christmas, we are having a family pizza party. Everyone will roll out their own dough, top their pizzas and enjoy. Any family you know will love this gift.
Sur La Table

Cheesy Fontina Caramelized Onion, Chorizo, Spinach and Artichoke Pizza.
And with your own pizza maker, you can experiment with any type of pizza you want. This recipe sounds and looks amazing.
Half Baked Harvest

Cuisinart Easy Pop Popcorn Maker
Talk about family fun! Every time they sit down to enjoy popcorn and a movie together, they will think of you. No hot oil is involved, so even the kids can make their own popcorn. Now on sale at
Sur La Table

Cherry Vanilla Caramel Corn
Oh my! This recipe promises to smell as good as it tastes! Click for this and other unique recipes.
Something Swanky

Cuisinart Soft Serve Mix In Ice Cream Maker
I have gifted this magical machine before. Kids just love it! Now on sale at...
Macy's

Toasted Marshmallow Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Think of the fun everyone will have making this recipe. You have to toast the marshmallows first. Anything with coconut gets my vote as a must try.

How Sweet Eats

Babycakes Donut Maker

Forget Dad bringing home the donuts, now the kids can make their own! Oh what fun!

Amazon

 Baked Vanilla Bean Donuts
Mr. Shop This would just love these sweet treats. In fact, don't tell, I think these are being served next week at my home. The whole experience of baking these in the above maker and icing them together as a family sounds fun.
Cooking Classy

Waring Pro Double Belgian Waffle Maker
Imagine the fun breakfasts the family will have with this restaurant quality waffle maker. I happen to own it, and it works like a dream.
Amazon

Red Velvet Pancakes With Cream Cheese Glaze
Looks like Christmas to me! What say you my family? These are just gorgeous.
Cooking Classy

Retro Cotton Candy Maker
The stuff that childhood dreams are made of. Could you ever have imagined having one of your own? 
Dillards

Cotton Candy Affogato
And this is how adults do cotton candy. Ice cream topped with homemade cotton candy with a shot of espresso poured over it. 
I Am A Food Blog

Milk Frother and Hot Cocoa Maker
'Tis the season to enjoy the perfect companion to a frosty evening. Now on sale at
Sur La Table

Hamilton Beach Drink Mixer

This chrome machine blends drinks, makes shakes, and crushes ice. I own one and it is so much fun to have a shake on a whim!
Target

Peppermint Bark Milkshake
Christmas in a jar! Miss Shop This has been asking about peppermint ice cream. I bet she would prefer this creamy confection!
Two Peas And Their Pod
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Give A Gift For $50 Or Less!

The $50 and under gift range is where we spend most of our time shopping. It is a comfortable amount that neither looks chintzy or as if you went overboard.  I've found hundreds of good things and the following were standout selections in my book.

HERE: 12 Fun Finds

11 Piece Gift Set

Perfect for any girl on the go! She will look very put together wherever she goes.

Charming Charlie

Flight 001 TSA Pop Set

She'll travel in style with this fun little set that includes, a rubber luggage tag, TSA approved zip top bag, and a cushy eye mask. Really fun!

Nordstrom

Christian Louboutin Loubi Under Nail Red Color Pen

Any girl worth her red soles will totally understand this gift.  

Nordstrom

Cocktail Pitcher

Such a gorgeous gift! Anyone who entertains at all would love this. makes a wonderful host gift.

Anthropologie

Classic Popover Mix

This is what you send to someone who has memories of those pretty popovers served at Neiman's Zodiac Rooms. Now anyone can make them at home. Isn't the presentation of this mix just so elegant? This is a less than $20 gift!

Neiman Marcus

10% of the sale will go to The Heart Of Neiman Marcus Foundation.

Tutti Frutti Bangle Set

32 beautiful little bracelets add up to one big gift! Choose the elegant Winter White and Gold, Black and Gold or multi. She will love them, 

Amrita Singh

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Easy Peasy Booties

Straight from France and eco-friendly, these little shoes couldn't be sweeter. Many of them are on sale now putting them much under $50.

Serena & Lily

Gingerbread Loaf Pan
If you like to give some lov'n from your own oven, make it a little more special this year. This baking beauty comes in an exclusive festive finish of red
Sur La Table

Fantastic Man
For your own charismatic, compelling, trendsetting man. He'll relate to this book that features 69 of the world's most influential men. Note to self, it's on sale at Amazon and $15 higher everywhere else.
Amazon

Brooklyn Slate Cheese Board Set

This set could be used every night of the week, yet super nice for company, too. Found only at.....

Food52

Toshiki Camera Strap
Functional and stylish, it's made of cowhide. A chic accessory for your fave photog.
AHAlife

Twos Company Zebra Trays
A chic catchall for jewelry, spare change, or keys. Available in three chic colors.
Zush

Kate Spade Key Fobs
A collection that is just too much fun or girls of any age. See a stylish selection at these stores
Nordstrom   Macy's   Kate Spade

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No More Ugly Christmas Sweaters!

I never quite understood the concept of an "Ugly Christmas Sweater."  It's just not in my DNA to willingly wear anything ugly, let alone pay for it. On the other hand, I totally get the need for a stylish sweater to wear during the holidays! Shop this collection of seasonal sweaters, without a reindeer in sight!



HERE: 11 Festive Finds

Extreme Cowl Neck Pullover
A slouchy and chunky silhouette made for sipping hot chocolate by the fire, ice skating, or opening presents Christmas morning.
Free People

High Shine Metallic Sweater
Shimmer and shine throughout the season! I know you will love the price of this sensational sweater.
Charming Charlie

Kate Spade New York
Bejeweled and bedazzled. No necklace needed.
Zappos Couture

Azaria Sweater With Fur
A very special sweater that some would call foxy!
Alice + Olivia

Donna Karan
Perhaps the most "Christmasy" of all!
Saks Fifth Avenue

Generation Love Elsa Sweater
Fringe always brings on the fun!
Shopbop

Snowflake Sweater
Chunky with a dash of sparkle. This sweater works well for Christmas and beyond.
Gap

Alice + Olivia Rosi Pullover
Chanel your inner sweater girl of the '50s. Bejeweled and beautiful!
Nordstrom 

Crewneck Sweater With Edged Lace
Such a special little sweater for less than $50!
J. Crew

See By Chloe Lace & Knit Pullover
This is a standout selection with nothing else quite like it in sweaters. New at.....
Zappos Couture

Mesh Mixed Knit Pullover
There's something about mohair that elevates a sweater. Loving this shade of party pink. Be that girl that who dares not to wear red.
Banana Republic

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