Gift Guide: The Tough One

Today's gift guide is for the one who has everything. He/she may not be the fashionista, the mixologist, or the food lover, but you have to get them something. Let's see what out-of-the-box gifts we can find.

1. Fondue Mug: A perfect cold Saturday night in. Melt some chocolate, get some marshmallows and call it a night.

2. Hippo Wall Mount: I may be a bit biased because my alma mater has a thing for hippos, but I think any guy or gal would like this friendly addition in their home.

3. Interactive Speaker: Put your phone on top of this speaker and enjoy some rocking around the Christmas tree. No wires required.

4. Craftsy: Buy an online class for a friend who wants to learn how to sew, bake, make, and more. She/he can watch on their own time and create something truly unique!

Be fabulous today!

Gift Guide: Stalk the Mailman

Welcome back to the gift guides! Today is all about subscription gifts. The gift that keeps giving for months to come.

1. Julibox: Got a cocktail lover on your list? This ingenious gift subscription sends you ingredients and recipes each month to create delicious concoctions. 

2. For the Makers: I truly love this gift idea. Starting at $29 a month, you can send your crafty friend or relative something truly unique. Each box contains all the items for a DIY item she will love.

3. Barkbox: Norman gets this once a month and it is the best day of the whole month. Barkbox partners with small business dog stores and sends you treats, toys, and more. They also donate 10% of all proceeds to dogs in need. 

4. SquareHue: A nail polish subscription. Hello genius. Three polishes each month and a portion of the proceeds goes to Charity: Water.

Be fabulous today!

All In: Jingle All the Way

It's the first Monday of the month, so we will take a quick break from gift guides and do an all in for under $100 for a holiday party. This champagne dress is the perfect alternative to the LBD. Step it up with some extra glam on the makeup and add some color with the accessories.

Dress/Heels/Mascara/Earrings
Be fabulous today!

Friday Foodday

Happy Friday! I hope you're enjoying your friends and family.

Hot Apple Ginger Toddy
c/o The Kitchn

Ingredients
a cup or so of apple cider
1 to 2 ounces of dark liquor (applejack, or bourbon or dark rum)
a drizzle of honey
a squeeze of lemon
peeled fresh gingerroot, coarsely chopped 
mulling spices (cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, allspice, nutmeg - whatever you have on hand

Directions

Add the ginger and mulling spices to the cider and simmer in a saucepan over medium-low heat for at least 5 minutes (or a full 15 or more if you want full flavor). Drizzle some honey into a mug and add the liquor, hot cider, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Stir.

Leftover Turkey BLT Avocado Sandwich

c/o A Taste of Home Cooking

Ingredients

2 slices bread 
mayonnaise 
turkey
3 slices avocado
1 large lettuce leaf
2 thin slices tomato
2 strips bacon, cooked 
salt and pepper

Directions

Toast the bread. Spread the mayonnaise on both sides of the bread. Layer on the turkey, avocado, lettuce, tomato and bacon. Season the tomato slices with salt and pepper. Put the sandwich together and cut in half to serve. 

Honey Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes

c/o Buns in My Oven

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
In a large bowl, combine the honey, olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add the sweet potatoes and toss to coat.
Dump potatoes onto a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.