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  Even though the Mexican festival of Cinco De Mayo is still weeks away, the St. Regis Atlanta has decided to unveil its first signature tequila drink called 'The St. Regis Atlanta Herradura Private Selection Tequila.' The... -

It is not always necessary to spend money on your Easter shopping, especially when you have things lying around at home, begging to be turned into Easter gifts. We bring you five top ideas to create some lovely Easter baskets out of some of the most useless... -

The eight days and nights of Passover are meant to commemorate the liberation of Jews from Egyptian slavery. The Sedar Plate is the perfect symbol of the tales exchanged over Passover and each food on this plate not only symbolizes the hard times of Jewish... -

  Festive occasions like Easter and Passover, which continues through April 2, 2013, offer you opportunities to tweak traditional eating and cooking methods and adopt a healthier way of celebrations. In order to maximize the fun on Easter... -

Are you fed up with chemical dyes available in the market because you don’t want to put your children’s health at risk simply to color your Easter eggs? Well, we understand your dilemma and that is why we figured out a way to avoid this by using dyeing... -

  The toy-filled chocolate egg is every child's ultimate fantasy ! With Easter approaching fast, there is some good news in store for the children of America.  These chocolate eggs, which were banned so far in America, will now be... -

The iconic marshmallow candy brand, PEEPS, is set for a new lease of life with its first-ever integrated marketing campaign designed by ‘The Terri & Sandy Solution’, a New York-based advertising boutique, along with new Agency of Record for PEEPS of... -

  Starting February 13, the Catholics and some other Christians will embark on a period of penitence and contemplation, called the Lenten Season. The 46-day period will lead up to Easter and ‘Ash Wednesday’ is the first step to the... -

The Swiss may have invented fondue but the Chinese seem to have been using it centuries ago. It is fondue with a difference when it comes to Chinese New Year . Although not your usual chocolate-filled delight, this Chinese hotpot is no less tasty, mind it.... -

Chocolates, cupcakes, cookies look like the best choice for Valentine's Day food gifts but isn't that all done to death? Right? Well, some bakery stores think so too. You may not be able to purchase these treats but it will give you some idea to... -

The Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans signifies the end of all food revelry before the ritual fasting of the Lenten season begins. People dress up in carnival colors, come out on the streets to sing and dance and eat traditional Creole dishes. So, it is not... -

Tom Cruise’s ex-wife, Katie Holmes, is planning a delicious treat for her daughter, Suri, this Valentine’s Day. The 34-year-old actress informed that she would cook red pancakes for Suri on February 14 this year . She said that making red pancakes for... -

Forget chicken wings and beer! This year's Super Bowl bash will see the rise of a new star - Avocado. It is expected that while watching the Championship Game, Americans are going to consume 79 million pounds of avocados . It may be in dips, salads,... -

Super Bowl recipe ideas  are some of the most sought after ideas for the sports-crazy Americans who celebrate this game . Owing to the fact that Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day in the US for food consumption (after Thanksgiving),  ... -

Valentine’s Day is all about romantic gestures , cute bunnies, delicious chocolates and weird, horrifying faces. Errr, cut out that last one because that really doesn’t go well with the scheme of things, right?   Well FabCafe, a... -

It is Super Bowl weekend and although you are having friends over for a party, you really don’t want to enter the kitchen or cook anything at home. We understand, or rather, the fast food companies understand that. Therefore, you have numerous game day... -

You may have to celebrate this year's Super Bowl party without your favorite bowl of chicken wings richly slathered in your favorite sauce. This is because the price of chicken wings has hit horrifying heights . Time has come to double-check your... -

If you like cherries and if you like chocolate, then today is the perfect day for you because it is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day!  While the origin of this Day is unknown, it is known that perhaps the first time chocolate covered cherries were... -

  The New Year is not only about crisp champagne, loud music, and endless food supply, it is also about beginning a healthy way of life so that you can achieve your goal of a healthy mind and a healthy body. Now that you are getting out of... -

If you thought that the world had had enough of the Asian cuisine in the year gone by, you are wrong. The year 2013 is when the Asian dishes like Kimchi Fried Rice are going to become even more popular . However, that is not the only dish to entice the... -

One of the challenges of a New Years Party is hosting one that keeps guests in every age group happy. That's why we've provided the following tips to give you some guidance on how to host a party that is appropriate for guests of all ages.  ... -

When there are New Year festivities going around the house, you may need these tips to keep your pets safe and calm.   Keep them Safe In case you are having New Year celebrations at home, keep your pets safe inside a... -

New Year is the time for new beginnings, in health, hope and well-being. And what better way to start your New Year than with these lucky foods? Greens Green color symbolizes money and it is believed that... -

New Year celebrations are usually associated with foods supposed to bring in good luck. This is a practice followed all over the world. Be it the black-eyed peas, pork, chickpeas, spinach, or kale, people cook up these special dishes and believe they are... -

Staying sober after a New Year’s party is probably not the first thing you would keep in mind when you head out on December 31. However, if you have had a bad past regarding alcohol, then instead of making a fool of yourself in front of family and friends... -

For the First Family's Christmas Dinner menu this year, the health campaign "Let's Move!" was just tossed to the winds. In a recent interview, First Lady Michelle Obama informed that the annual feast had some tasty delights lined up for... -

If you are going to be in New York City for this Christmas, you may want to know where you can eat dinner, if you don’t want to cook at home. Considering that it is Christmas, not many hotels and restaurants can be expected to remain open. So, what to do?... -

Christmas is the one time of the year when you want to indulge, not just yourself, but everybody around you. Although you may be constantly surrounded by rich foods, try  focusing on the healthier options, both in terms of food and drinks.  The cold... -

Christmas without delicious and beautiful cupcakes seems incomplete. Well, being an expert baker, you have the cupcake recipe all crammed up but what about decorating the cupcakes? If you are a newbie when it comes to turn up professional-looking cupcakes,... -

In the U.K., a chef named Ben Spalding is selling a Christmas dinner worth $200,450 , which is being touted as the most expensive Christmas dinner in the world. Now, would you be interested in taking a bite?   While most people would... -

Hanukkah is a festival signified by the importance of oil, which is used to light up the Menorah and continuing it burning for eight full days. Moreover, most of the Hanukkah delicacies are also deep fried in oil. So, you see, oil is significant to this... -

Your Christmas dinner has become 14% costlier than what it was in 2008. The rising cost has affected your most favorite (potatoes, gravy) as well as the least favorite (Brussels Sprouts) food items. So, now you have finally got a chance to drop the least... -

Pets in the family are as much a part of Hanukkah celebrations as rest of the members. So, the festival gains a special meaning when you pay attention to make it safe for the fellows. Here is how you can include your pets in the fun while keeping them safe... -

One thing's for sure that this Hanukkah, or even the night before, Chefs James Porter and Christopher Gross are going to be peeling a lot of potatoes and frying a lot of foods. That is because the two chefs have decided to join forces from 10 p.m.... -

Hanukkah is not only about Latkes and Sufganiyots. There is a lot more to Hanukkah food beyond these salty and sweet treats. Since this Jewish Festival of Lights is celebrated over eight days, it makes more sense to plan the eight-day menu ahead of time, so... -

Christmas is the time for parties, not just at home, but also at your workplace. However, considering the kind of work environments one faces these days, it is no surprise that the office Christmas parties are more a source of stress than joy. However, since... -

Olive oil is a prominent presence in many Jewish food staples , especially during the Hanukkah, simply because this was the oil first used to light lamps after the Jews defeated foreigners in the land of Israel. The very beginning of the celebration of the... -

You have always wanted to know how your nutritionists eat, so that you can stay fit too, without having to pay hefty fees, right? Well, here are 10 ways your nutritionists eat while on holidays like Christmas . If you are struggling with weight gain, then... -

One of the best parts of Christmas is waking up and seeing all gifts left by Santa Claus or parents (depending on your outlook!). However, usually adults are the ones left out of this Santa Claus gift-giving equation. So, indulge yourself, and your loved... -

Australian food rescue group, Oz Harvest, has warned the Australians about limiting their Christmas food waste bill , which is expected to hit the $10 billion mark. The festive season is associated with everything grand and so is the scale of food wastage.... -