Hello! I hope you had a lovely Thanksgiving.
This week on the blog I shared a delicious pumpkin cranberry cheeseball — a great appetizer for the holiday season. I also posted a collection of ideas for using Thanksgiving leftovers and my annual holiday baking list to help with festive planning.
You can find a new weekly menu and a week-in-the-life diary on the site as well.
All of my gift guides are live for this season. They include curated suggestions for:
- Her — a selection of favorites and thoughtful picks
- Him — gift ideas I love and things Eddie already uses
- Under $25 — affordable stocking stuffers
- Kitchen Favorites — tools and gadgets I reach for again and again
- Kids & Babies — toys, gear, and small gifts
- Beauty Favorites — skincare and makeup picks I recommend
Also — my cookbook Everyday Dinners is available to order now. It’s currently discounted, so it’s a great time to pick up a few copies for gifts. Once you have a copy, consider joining the Everyday Dinners Cookbook Club. The group has been active since The Pretty Dish launched in 2018 and it’s been so fun to see everyone’s recreations. I love seeing your photos on Instagram and in the cookbook club — join to take part in challenges and giveaways.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend! xo
WHAT I’M LOVING RIGHT NOW
Brown butter chai cookies — rich, spiced, and utterly addictive.
Classic peanut butter cookies — a timeless favorite with comforting flavor.
French silk pie — silky chocolate filling that’s calling my name.
Truffled Bloody Marys — a decadent twist on a brunch classic.
Baklava cheesecake — an inventive fusion of flaky pastry and creamy cheesecake.
A beautiful fall cheese board — perfect for hosting this season.
Cranberry cheese danishes — they look flaky and beautiful.
Cherry almond pinwheel cookies — pretty and delicious for gatherings.
Cranberry curd bars with pecan-rosemary shortbread — festive and bright.
Cranberry Moscow Mules — a refreshing holiday cocktail option.
Mexican breakfast pizza — savory, layered, and very satisfying.
A whimsical Christmas curio cabinet — a cute seasonal decor idea.
Sweet potato bundt cake with maple glaze — cozy and seasonal.
Slow cooker honey garlic chicken — an easy, flavorful weeknight meal.