President Bartlet on the Butterball Hotline
In hono(u)r of American Thanksgiving, coming up next week, let's all enjoy a classic episode from West Wing, in which President Bartlet gets on the phone to the Butterball Hotline:…
Sour Cream Pumpkin Pie
What’s the result when two food-obsessed minds are put to work on one recipe? A rich and delicious pumpkin pie for a special holiday dinner, that’s what!
Quick and Pretty Thanksgiving Table Decor
Much as I absolutely despise the kabillion pop-ups that plague the Better Homes and Gardens site, I do enjoy some of BHG's quick-and-easy holiday decorating ideas. Here, for example, asparagus…
What We Did for the Thanksgiving Weekend
This past weekend was Thanksgiving, here in Canada, and I think I’ve figured out why we have our Thanksgiving so much earlier than the Americans do — it’s to take advantage of the fabulous Fall weather.
Around these parts, the colourful autumn leaves near at their best in the first week of October, and the apples are practically falling off the trees.
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Pumpkin Rooster and Squash Turkey Decorations
You can't go wrong with the classic turkey (or a cocky classic rooster, for that matter), but here's a fun new twist on the rustic Autumn yard art. No carving. No mess. Reusable for years to come...