Friday Favorites A Cookie Named Desire, Modern Honey, Drizzle & Dip, the Vintage Contessa and More

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Food, Interesting Articles, Fabulous Christmas Finds, Books and More. 

Good morning friends, how are you? I am very excited because today because my recipe for Walnut Basil Pesto is going to be featured in the FoodTalkDaily newsletter. I am excited for the weekend, I am feeling a little overextended this week, too many Zoom calls and too many classes this week, my brain needs a break and time to rest, regroup. I have lots to share this week so let’s get to it!

Food

Cranberries are not just for sauce, they can also be used for this sweet Cranberry Almond Coffee Cake, this cake is delicious and it freezes beautifully so you could make a couple and have them all through the season. 

Thanksgiving is just a week away and if you are looking for a new roll or biscuit to your holiday table check out the scrumptious looking Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Drop Biscuits . 

This Cheese & Onion Quiche from Drizzle & Dip is an easy and delicious brunch, lunch or dinner. 

Dutch Apple Pie is perfect for Thanksgiving, check out this recipe from Modern Honey. Or make an even easier dessert and try Cranberry Apple Crisp from Baker By Nature.

Looking for a new winter cocktail? This chocolate chestnut cocktail from A Cookie Named Desire might be your new favorite. 

Articles 

Give Yourself the Gift of a “Main-less” Thanksgiving

Money isn’t everything, The House that The Masters Can’t Buy.

Amazon is now selling prescription drugs and Prime Members get massive discounts if they don’t use insurance.

How to be at Home

How to Stay Motivated While Working At Home

Keep Yourself Busy with French On-line Cooking Classes

5 Small Things You Can Do to Keep Your Brain Sharp

How to Calm You Inner “Tornado” Mind

The Magic of a Fresh Start

12 Fashion Mistakes That Make You Look Older

The Long-term Effect of Covid-19

Keep Calm and Carry On: Britain’s Stately Homes are on Lockdown 

Escape to Britain and tour Badminton, the grand country seat of the Dukes of Beaufort. 

Tea Time: A Guide To Tiffany Tea Sets

A Modern Take on Antique Art with Diane Hill

A fun read about Juliet from Make Mine a Spritzers’ style.

Holiday Inspiration/DIY

Simple Thanksgiving Table Ideas

How to use vintage crocks in your decor!

How to Distress Ornaments

Books

If you are missing your grandkids why not read them a Christmas book once or twice a week on Zoom or Whatsap? I’ve listed a few that you can read for free with your Kindle Unlimited membership. 

Bear Stays Up For Christmas( Free on Kindle Unlimited)

Can you even believe it has ben 30 YEARS since The Polar Express was released? (READ it free with Kindle Unlimited)

I Am Her

Filled with inspiring quotes, poetic statements, and meaningful prompts, I Am Her is here to encourage an inspiring woman to embrace the beauty within, to listen to her most heartfelt wishes, and to share her dreams with the world.

Long Nights and Log Fires, I just ordered this and cannot wait to get it!

This collection of warming recipes will help stave off winter’s chill and keep you warm the whole season through.

If you are interested in more of the books that I have featured check out My Bookshop on Pinterest. 

Finds

I love all of these ornaments from Hannah Dale, especially this little mouse. 

I ordered these Johnson Brothers “The Night Before Christmas” Dishes last year and we are already using them to add a little of the holiday spirit to our meals. You can also find some of the pieces at TJ Maxx and Marshall’s. 

Love these slip on Minetonka plaid slippers and this plaid shirt(which is on sale for $10.00) and these cute lounging pants.

How cute is little girls dress with the cups of cocoa pockets? I don’t have any little granddaughters otherwise this would be in my cart. 

I LOVE this dress!

All winter long we have a puzzle on the dining room table and as we walk through we stop and add a few pieces. We also always have puzzles at my mom’s for Christmas, it is a nice way to relax when you want a break from all of the activities, this one look like one out whole family would enjoy. 

If you would like to see more of my Christmas Finds & Gifts Ideas just click or follow my Pinterest page.

That is it for this week friends. I wish you a safe and happy weekend, wear your masks to protect yourselves and others. And, if you are feeling lonely or sad reach out to family, friends and me! 

Last but not least, if you found a book, movie, podcast, recipe or anything else that you think we would enjoy please share it in the comments. Thank you!