Lighting the Way in a Dark World: Celebrating Swedish Santa Lucia Day!
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I nostalgically remember the processional train we formed as children—all cloaked in white with silver sashes—as I led our guests forward. I wore a crown of green garlands with glowing […]
Around-the-World Holiday Treats
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BY LAUREN SEPHTON Candy canes, figgy pudding, peppermint bark, and gingerbread men cookies are just a few of the timeless Christmas sweets that bring every adult back to their childhood […]
Make-at-Home Hot Chocolate with Assorted Toppings
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As a child, I always loved hot chocolate as the perfect snowy-day treat. On any snow day, after spending hours outdoors, you could find us huddled around the fireplace enjoying […]
Dining Guide: Wine Merchants
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Tucked into The Towers Shopping Center, across from Thruway, is a hidden gem in Winston-Salem. A charming little restaurant-oasis and wine shop combined: Wine Merchants and Vin 205 Bistro. Located […]
Hallmark Drama’s Christmas Cookie Matchup Local Baker Gets a “Sweet” Chance of a Lifetime
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Anna Simeonides found her way into the kitchen and behind a mixing bowl after her little brother developed severe food allergies, and she set out to bake him treats that […]
Skipping Traditions
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BY LAURA SIMON, GUEST BLOGGER WITH TRIAD MOMS ON MAIN When I was a youngish mom of babies, I scoured Pinterest to create a heap of meaningful holiday traditions for […]
Candy Canes: Sweet Treats You Can’t Beat
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It’s difficult to imagine Christmas without these sweet treats! They grace the festive tables and decorate Christmas trees at many a home and business. Decorate your Christmas tree with them, […]
Vegan Soul Food!
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Vegan soul food might sound like the biggest paradox, right? We know classic soul food as being rich in meats, animal grease, dairy, and sometimes seafood—all of which a vegan […]
Kids in the Kitchen: Christmas Candies
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Ice-Cube Tray Chocolates Ingredients: 2 cups milk chocolate chips 1 Tablespoon coconut oil ¼ cup peanut butter 2 Tablespoons peanuts Miniature marshmallows Caramels Non-stick cooking spray Ice-cube tray Directions: Place […]
Sweet Happenings at Midtown Cafe & Dessertery
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Nothing says tradition like the holidays, right? And, with a history in the community that is more than 30 years old, Midtown Cafe & Dessertery is a part of many […]