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15 Best Whiskeys To Sip This Winter, According To Bartenders

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:20:00 +0000

Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and sip whiskey. If you want to try something new or need help as a beginner, enjoy some of these brands this season.

Give Your Latkes A Fresh Twist With This Winter Vegetable

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:30:00 +0000

Although potatoes are the usual choice, you can easily dress up your next batch of latkes using a seasonal favorite.

Give Your Morning Oatmeal Holiday Flair With A Splash Of This Centuries-Old Drink

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:10:00 +0000

Power through the cold season by giving your overnight oats and stovetop oatmeal a rich, creamy boost with this comforting holiday beverage.

8 Retro Smeg Small Appliances To Gift This Holiday Season

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:20:00 +0000

If you're looking for a memorable gift that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing, then consider purchasing one of these small Smeg appliances.

If You Aren't Double-Baking Your Shortbread Cookies, It's Time You Start

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:30:00 +0000

For shortbread with the ideal brown butter flavor and crispy edges, double-baking is the way to go. This how to get the best holiday (or year-round) cookies.

8 Whole Bean Holiday Blends To Gift Coffee Lovers

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Hunt) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:20:00 +0000

Freshly roasted craft coffee is an excellent gift this time of year. Consider these whole bean holiday blends for presents that add presence to the season.

Why You Should Never Use A Cookie Recipe To Make A Homemade Gingerbread House

staff@tastingtable.com (Ian Fortey) — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Making a gingerbread house is one of the most fun, creative, and whimsical things you can do during the holiday season. Just don't use your cookie recipe.

The Absolute Best Fast Food Chain Holiday Drink We Tried

staff@tastingtable.com (Fred Hernandez) — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 15:30:00 +0000

Fast food restaurants love to celebrate the holidays with seasonal drinks, and this one is our favorite for its delicate balance of bold and sweet flavors.

The Worst Gingerbread House Kit Of All Is Sweet But Far Too Messy

staff@tastingtable.com (Deb Kavis) — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:30:00 +0000

If you're in the market for a gingerbread house kit, steer clear of this sweet option that totally lacks structural integrity.

Spruce Up Your Morning Cup Of Tea With A Splash Of This Creamy Holiday Beverage

staff@tastingtable.com (Courtney Iseman) — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Tea is tasty, comforting, and some varieties are good for your health. You can upgrade your morning cup by adding a bit of a classic holiday beverage.

Our Favorite Store-Bought Christmas Snack Also Makes The Perfect Stocking Stuffer

staff@tastingtable.com (Martha Brennan) — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Christmas snacks and seasonal treats leave a lasting impression throughout the year. This one is so good that it returns year after year, even in stockings.

15 Vintage Christmas Dishes That Deserve A Spot In Your Holiday Spread

staff@tastingtable.com (Hunter Wren Miele) — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:20:00 +0000

The holidays are the perfect time to bring back nostalgic recipes. These classic Christmas dishes will spark joy and fond memories with your guests.

10 Foods And Drinks To Have On Hand For Stress-Free Holiday Hosting

staff@tastingtable.com (Lucia Capretti) — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:20:00 +0000

When you're planning ahead for a holiday party this season, be sure to grab these various foods and drinks to reduce the risk of overwhelming stress.

I Tried 15 Store-Bought Christmas Snacks And Ranked Them Worst To Best

staff@tastingtable.com (Carmen Varner) — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:20:00 +0000

Store shelves are stocked with holiday-themed goodies. We taste tested 15 of them to see which Christmas treats brough the most festive spirit.

Trader Joe's December 2025 Products: Best Items To Buy This Month

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000

December at Trader Joe's means one thing: an avalanche of holiday treats and delicious bites. Here are the must-haves that will delight your taste buds.

10 Aldi Advent Calendars Heading To Shelves This Holiday Season

staff@tastingtable.com (A.J. Forget) — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:51:13 +0000

Amidst the many products hitting Aldi's shelves this fall are a plethora of exciting advent calendars. Here are our top picks for Christmas 2026!

What Holiday Dinners Looked Like Through The Decades

staff@tastingtable.com (Charlotte Pointing) — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:20:00 +0000

Traditional holiday dinners have looked different through the decades. Let's go back in time and see what dishes were gracing the Christmas tables of yesterday.

9 Mistakes To Avoid With Your Homemade Gingerbread House

staff@tastingtable.com (Samantha Maxwell) — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:20:00 +0000

A gingerbread house is the perfect festive centerpiece -- as long as it doesn't collapse. Read up on the common mistakes to avoid when baking and building one.

10 Traditional Christmas Eve Dishes Around The World

staff@tastingtable.com (Emily Beyda) — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:20:00 +0000

Learn how Christmas Eve food traditions are celebrated around the world, from Mexican tamales to Japanese KFC. What will inspire your own holiday table?

These Little Debbie Snack Cakes Make The Perfect Mini Yule Logs

staff@tastingtable.com (Dee Lopez) — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 20:10:00 +0000

Whether you make your own Yule log cake every year or are just learning about this tradition, it's easy to modernize it with Little Debbie snack cakes.