As winter descends, we invite you to embrace all the creature comforts that cold weather calls for. Instead of falling into the winter blues, let’s enjoy all the wintry moments that make for wholesome and wonderful memories with the ones you love. Here are four ways to chill out on an unexpected snow day…all while staying warm and toasty indoors!
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Steep Yourself In Calm
Know what rhymes with snow day? Slow day. It’s the perfect excuse to press pause and enjoy the little things...and there's something magical about sipping a warm cup of tea on a snowy day at home. Pro-tip: using a mug you love makes the moment even more special. Our Balsam Lane mugs bring wintry charm to every beverage, every time. Take your mug of warm goodness and curl up on the couch with activities that relax, reinvigorate, and give you a moment to reflect. From journaling your yearly goals to settling your mind, a mug of evergreen-inspired magic is the perfect choice for a gentle winter pick-me-up.
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Bake A Comfort Food
Winter mornings call for a hearty and comforting breakfast. Imagine waking up to the smell of pancakes sizzling on the stovetop, ready to be dressed in strawberries, blueberries, bananas, and an indulgent drenching of maple syrup. Gather your ingredients in coordinating Kate Spade prep bowls and serve to guests or family using Blue Bay dinnerware for an effortlessly cool look. Plate up your delicious creations and capture the essence of a cozy winter morning with every bite, no matter how much snow did (or didn’t) fall. Plus, don’t forget to make a plain one for your resident taste tester too!
Here’s our secret to super fluffy pancakes: Add 1 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp baking powder, 2 tbsp lemon juice to your batter for heavenly results.
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Give Kids A Kitchen Crash Course
Just because school is closed doesn’t mean kids can’t learn! Use the day stuck inside as an opportunity to teach them an important life skill: baking brownies. (We’re pretty sure they won’t mind the lesson.) Use Blue Bay bakeware to prep and bake and matching nesting platters for a share-worthy presentation. For extra credit, try this next-level treat: smores-inspired brownies. All you need to add to any boxed mix is a hot cocoa packet, marshmallow fluff, and mini marshmallows. Whip the cocoa and marshmallow fluff together (Hint: you can use up to 1/3 cup water if the mixture’s too thick) and then drizzle, swirl, or drip that over your brownie batter. The result? Irresistibly fudgy brownies that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat...and an A+ in parenthood!
We found the original recipe at: https://dancearoundthekitchen.com/hot-chocolate-brownies/
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Embrace The Winter Blues
As the sun sets and snowflakes fall, it's time to unwind with a winter blue cocktail. Tuscany Classics coupes are the perfect vessels for crafting these “winterberry” refreshments. Made blue by a splash of Curaçao and garnished with whole blueberries for a fruity pop of alcohol-infused sweetness, these cocktails are truly captivating. Simply combine flavored seltzer water with your choice of rum or vodka and pour over ice. The right glassware shape, one with a wide bowl and brim, will provide ample surface area for chilling. (If you’re a true ice-lover, you can even try it crushed instead for that slushy texture you crave.) Decorate the rims with edible sprinkles rather than salt or sugar. Complete the tableau with cozy treats like light and uplifting whipped mousse cups. Then “Cheers!” to a snow in filled with good eats and good company.
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