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Chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream and berry sauce.

Holiday’s Last Hurrah and New Year’s Nutrition Resolutions

Dark chocolate lava cakes:       A sweet start to 2012 Holiday’s Last Hurrah:...
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Holiday Purgatory: Is It 2012 Yet?

It's official. Between my continued gift wrapping, just viewed holiday television specials, and still-decorated-for-the-holidays-home-despite-the-dead-tree I'm...
Pizza chef joyfully serving fresh pizzas behind the counter.

A Slice of Pie on New Year’s Eve in NYC

NYC pizza is the best in the world! (or on this side of the pond,...
A bowl of lentil soup garnished with chopped green and red peppers.

The Gift of Soup

The Three Wise Men brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh. I brought soup. [caption id="attachment_1373" align="alignright"...
Enviro Battery kit for creating energy using natural materials.

The Magic of Christmas (May Include Science)

Christmas is a magical time if you are 8 years old, like my nephew, and...
Festive holiday table with a bowl of dip and lit candles on a red tablecloth.

Eggnog, the P.K. Way

Looking for non-dairy nog? Click here. --- Surely I can't be the only person making...
A white bird ornament on a Christmas tree with glowing lights.

Healthy Holidays the P.K. Way: Top Ten Tips

Sure, this piece was written in 2011, and now it's 2015. The tips in this...
Rows of tall glasses filled with a red beverage on a countertop.

The Holiday Diva (aka, Pomegranate Martini)

This drink is my signature cocktail, and the picture here reflects when it was served...
Fresh kale salad with chickpeas and creamy dressing.

Kale and Roasted Brussels Sprouts Salad with Almonds

Healthy Holidays Begin with Vegetables As we head toward the holidays, I'll write a few...
A classic brass balance scale with two empty pans.

Energy for the Holidays: The Ins and Outs

Lots of people talk about the the need for extra energy for the holidays to...