From Apartment Therapy → The Secret to Serving Up a Stylish Table

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Let’s get this out of the way upfront: I know calling a cookie recipe the “world’s easiest” sounds a bit ridiculous, but I can explain. The name started out innocently enough — one day, I created an easy-to-make almond cookie recipe. I adored this recipe. In my excitement, I’d say to friends, “You have to try these almond cookies; they’re, like, the world’s easiest cookies.” And well, the name stuck.

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Sure, it may sound fancy, but rillettes is far from it. The spread, made from smoked salmon and plenty of butter, is a rich treat enjoyed on bread or crackers, and it’s surprisingly simple to make. Plus, it keeps well for up to two weeks in the fridge, which means it’s a good item to have on hand all holiday season long for an easy appetizer when friends and family drop in.

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From Apartment Therapy → Bless Their Heart: Responses to Prying Questions From Nosy People

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There’s nothing quite like a tangy, spicy Bloody Mary to kick you into shape at brunch, whether you’re simply groggy-eyed or you sipped a few too many drinks the night before. A good one can work wonders but a bad once can be, well, just bad. Here’s exactly what you need to know to achieve success the next time you find yourself shaking up a few in the late-morning hour.

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Everyone gifts wine this time of year, and I have absolutely no problem with that! The more wine, the better. (Even if your host doesn’t drink or totally hates the varietal of grape you’ve brought, she can always crack it open and serve it to her guests. Or regift it later!)

You don’t have to spend big bucks, or go nuts picking a bottle that might mean something to its intended recipient. All I ask is that you dress it up a little bit to make it look like you put in some effort. You know, versus just grabbing whatever was by the register at your local liquor store.

To help you make a bottle of wine more presentable, we rounded up five DIY ideas from bloggers.

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