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My new favorite product? Caffeinated chocolate. Caffeinated chocolate, people!

The only downside to my newfound coffee geekery is that some mornings I just don’t have time to grind, brew, and enjoy the amazing cup of coffee that I need so badly to function. Quick, crappy coffee just won’t do anymore. But the substitute I’ve...

Outrageously gourmet Easter treats and chocolates that you’ll share with the kids uh, never.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Food + Recipes

As my family’s Petronella Cottontail, I’m here to tell you that grown-ups like Easter treats, too. Gourmet Eater treats, ideall. My kids can keep the Peeps and cheap candy eggs nestled in plastic grass, while I stick with the fancy stuff. I like my...

Not just chocolate covered matzah…chocolate covered buttercrunch matzah. Best Passover food ever?

by Stacie Billis | Holiday Picks

In years past, we’ve strongly suggested that you bring chocolate covered matzah as a gift to your seder hosts. Why is this Passover different from all other Passovers? Because this time, I say you keep this Chocolate Buttercrunch Matzah from Undercover Chocolate...

Dear leprechauns: Here’s the adult St. Patrick’s Day treat Mama wants.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Food + Recipes

They’re bright green, they’re pretty, and they’re for grown-ups only, which makes these Absinthe Chocolate Cordials the perfect St. Patrick’s Day treat for someone like me. If that mischievous leprechaun’s going to pee green in my potty...

8 ridiculously easy, last-minute Valentine’s Day treats. Because procrastinators need love, too.

by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes

At first I thought that Valentine’s Day on Friday was a good thing. What a fun way to kick off the weekend. But now I’m wondering when exactly I’m supposed to make treats for my kids? I guess I should have thought of that last weekend but, really, a whole week ahead...

Super cool last minute Valentine’s gift ideas you can still get delivered in time. Because IOUs aren’t sexy.

by Liz Gumbinner | Valentine's Day

Let’s not call us procrastinators. Let’s just say…we’re busy. Because we are. So we get it. if you’re still looking for a last minute Valentine’s Day gift for a special someone, here are a few ideas that go a little further than a...

17 wonderful last-minute Valentine gifts and crafts to make with the kids.

by Liz Gumbinner | Valentine's Day

While a full school week left until Valentine’s Day may not feel “last minute,” those of us with kids who are busy with after-school activities and homework need to get our crafty selves in gear stat. And these last-minute Valentine gifts to make...

7 indulgent, easy homemade chocolate treats for your little Valentines (and the big ones, too).

by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes

What I want for Valentine’s Day: LOVE! What my kids want for Valentine’s Day: CHOCOLATE! Okay, I want chocolate, too, but I like fancy chocolate. For the kids, I’ll be whipping up one of these super easy, homemade chocolate treats for Valentine’s Day. The pricey...

10 easy-to-make DIY Valentine’s Day classroom treats for crafty kids

by Stacie Billis | DIY

If there’s one time of year you’ll find me getting crafty with the kids, it’s around Valentine’s Day. But only under two conditions: 1) I get to sip wine while we craft and 2) the craft involves treats. These printables, crafts, and recipes make for perfect...

10 indulgent Nutella recipes for World Nutella Day: Time to look for the comfy pants

by Christina Refford | Food + Recipes

Any day could be Nutella Day in my home, but since today has been decreed World Nutella Day, we have an excuse to serve up some yummy Nutella recipes, and celebrate its hazlenutty, chocolatey goodness even more. We’ve mined our site for some of our favorite...

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Kristen Chase + Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks

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