Tag Archives: gifts


Espresso Cocoa Nib Peanut Butter Cups

Posted on November 4, 2018

The holidays are speeding their way to us – I know this because Halloween came upon us so fiercely that I never had time to put together the Inigo Montoya costume that I so very much wanted to wear. Knowing this, … Continue reading →

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Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows (and hot chocolate mix, too!)

Posted on December 3, 2017

With the passing of Thanksgiving, I view this time as when we ease up (though not give up!) on squash so that we can focus more on the peppermint and chocolate. As it’s also gift-giving time (and since I’ll use … Continue reading →

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Homemade Simple Syrups

Posted on November 13, 2016

I am so excited that it’s homemade gift month here at S & S.  Hanukkah and Christmas are right around the corner and I know I love getting thoughtful homemade gifts.  You? In the spirit of homemade gifts I discovered … Continue reading →

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Spiced Apple Pie Filling

Posted on November 6, 2016

 Happy Daylight Saving time! And a very happy November to you, as well. Here in Seattle, we’ve far-too-easily stepped into fall; we didn’t get much of a summer, so fall actually feels a little more palatable – now, my expectations … Continue reading →

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