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The Gift of Giving, Secret Santa with a Twist

By //  by Candace Sampson

This year my friend group added Secret Santa with a twist to our annual Favourite Things Party. The twist was that all gifts for the exchange had to be something our inner 8 year olds would have wanted. The best part was that the toys would be making their way to kids in need the next day. We all know by now that it's better to give than receive but what made this Secret Santa with a twist even more enjoyable was that we were able to give, receive, and then give again. This, my friends, is …

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How to Host a White Elephant “Favourite Things” Party

By //  by Candace Sampson

White elephant parties are growing in popularity as the cost of goods soar, and buying individual gifts for all of your friends would require a lottery win. Let's face it, it can be pretty expensive trying to be Santa to everyone. In case, you've never heard of it, a white elephant party is a type of gift exchange in which each guest brings a wrapped, usually gag or joke, gift to a gathering. The origin of the name comes from the idiom “a white elephant” which means an expensive and unnecessary …

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Individual Gingerbread Trifle – Holiday Dessert with Amarula

By //  by Candace Sampson

Here it is. The one dessert you need this holiday season to impress without stress is this Individual Gingerbread Trifle recipe. Made with Amarula Cream Liqueur, it's just the right amount of sweet, and exactly the right size after that massive meal you just served. Amarula Cream Liqueur has a rich and velvety smooth taste with hints of vanilla and caramel, and the exotic, natural Marula fruit. Distinctive, well rounded, and creamy in texture and taste, Amarula is versatile in terms of it's …

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Romantic Movies to Watch With Your BFF

Romantic Movies to Watch with Your BFF

By //  by Rebecca Stanisic

Valentine's Day isn't just for couples. You can spend it with anyone you love (yes, yourself included). It's the perfect excuse to indulge in your favourite romantic movies. Try a new rom-com, a romantic drama or a favourite from your past to remind you about love when we were all younger and less jaded. Maybe. Better yet, make plans to get together with a friend. Pizza and chocolate optional, but recommended.  If you are looking to watch a romantic movie with your bestie (or two, or …

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Slow Cooker Sticky Toffee Pudding – Your Stress-Free Holiday Dessert

By //  by Candace Sampson

“Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding, Oh, bring us some figgy pudding and a cup of good cheer.” Nothing says Christmas quite like sticky toffee pudding. Whether you call it figgy pudding, sticky pudding or Christmas pudding, it’s one of the holiday’s most perfect indulgences. This Slow Cooker Sticky Toffee Pudding comes with an added bonus though—you can fix it and forget it. You have enough to do getting ready for your holiday gathering, the last thing you need …

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