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Category Archives: Holiday
Sh*t Happens
Santa brought us basement full of sewage this Christmas. I guess we were bad. Really, a lump of coal would have sufficed. But I guess the old boy was gunning for us. So we’re ringing in the new year with … Continue reading
Merry Christmas!
Wishing you peace, love, and joy this Christmas.
Bring Us Some Piggy Pudding
This inflatable pig was on display in front of the Atlantic Building which once housed The Philadelphia College of Art. I guess they ran out of inflatable rats.
Posted in Holiday, Philadelphia
Tagged inflatable, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, pig, union
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The Miracle on South 13th Street
The neighbors on South 13th Street in South Philly do Christmas right! Thousands of lights, inflatables, and a live Santa line their street every year. Hundreds of people stroll up the street taking in the sights, and snapping photos. Merry … Continue reading
Christmas Cookie Wonderland!
This year’s cookie selection! Clockwise from the top: Caramel Cappuccino Cookies, Black & White Brownies, Ricotta Cookies, Lemon Butter Cookies, Butterscotch Blondies, Sprinkle Cookies. Use the search function if you’re interested in the recipes.
Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven
Tagged Christmas cookies, exhausted, holiday
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Let the Baking Begin!
I took out some of the cookie dough I had squirreled away in the freezer to bake this afternoon. First up, are these Lemon Butter Cookies, click on the link for the recipe! Happy baking!
Posted in Food, Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven
Tagged baking, Christmas cookies, holidays
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Brussel Sprouts & Butternut Squash
For me, the best part about Thanksgiving is having leftovers for days! Reheat and eat! This Thanksgiving, we had a crazy amount of side dishes – this combo of brussel sprouts and butternut squash was my favorite. Tossed in bacon … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven
Tagged brussel sprouts, butternut squash, holiday, side dishes, Thanksgiving
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Happy Birthday Joe!
Happy birthday to my partner in crime!


