Christmas Brunch Ideas

Christmas is almost upon us!

I think that a Christmas morning brunch is a lovely thing. It's become a bit of a tradition in my family's house to open presents and then have a large breakfast. If we're feeling particularly chipper, we have the full menu of eggs, sausage, stollen, cake, fruit, eggnog, coffee, etc. It's glorious.

Here are a few ideas for you to help plan a brunch menu:

Chorizo Breakfast Hash from Country Cleaver

Hashbrown Egg Nests with Avocado from The Cooking Jar

Lemony Eggs Florentine from Williams-Sanoma

Baked Egg Boats from Spoon Fork Bacon

Simple Poached Egg and Avocado Toast from Pinch of Yum

Dirty Chai Pancakes from here on Buttered Side Up

Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls form Culinary Concoctions by Peabody

Stollen Bread from Artisan Bread in Five

Bruleed Grapefruit from Pastry Affair

Salted Caramel Eggnog Pancakes from The Merry Thought

Stollen Scones from She Who Eats

Peppermint Hot Chocolate from here on Buttered Side Up

Homemade Eggnog from here on Buttered Side Up

Salted Nutella Latte from The Faux Martha

Now I want to consume way more breakfast food than is good for me.

What are YOUR plans for Christmas?

Monday, December 22, 2014

Christmas Brunch Ideas

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2014 Gift Guide

First off, sorry about no post on Monday. On Sunday I contracted a horrible cold, complete with sore throat, runny/clogged nose, weakness and headache. And it lasted for 3 days. But on to more pleasant things, like Christmas.

I did the shopping for you!

I have compiled for you a list of gifts that I'm sure would please the cooking enthusiast in your life. I either own and cherish or desperately want need these things (hint hint Reuben).

I have arranged these from most to least expensive. Items marked with an * are ones that I own and love.

Copper Pitcher ($88) - Who wouldn't want a copper pitcher?!

Frieling Stainless French Press ($79.95) - Make your coffee in style.

Copper Dutch Oven ($76.99) - I'm a bit obsessed with copper. 

Berry Colander ($48) - I've been eyeing this one for a long time.

Mignon Kitchen Goodies Box ($40) - A sampling of things from the lovely Mignon Kitchen.

*Olive Wood Cutting Board ($39) - I have the smallest size, which is sold out.

Donna Hay New Classics Cookbook ($37.87) - I love all things Donna Hay.

*AeroPress Coffee Maker ($30.20) - Best cup of coffee I've ever made. 

Wooden Cookbook Stand ($30) - Keep your cookbook/tablet upright in style. 

Ittala Bowl ($28) - Another that I've been eyeing for a long time. I love the design!

*Fino Pour Over Kettle ($26.70) - This is the best kettle I've ever used. It's small, but it's all I need.

Letterpress Recipe Cards Set ($25) - I love letterpress. 

Global Salt Trio ($25) - For someone with a refined palette. 

*Chef's Torch ($24.97) - Every cook needs a torch. Amen.

*Weck Jar Set ($18) - These are some of my most loved items.

Wooden Measuring Spoons ($17.99) - These are just adorable.

*Garlic Twist ($17.50) - This makes mincing garlic so easy. Helen likes to do it for me.

The Nourished Kitchen Cookbook ($16.76) - Reuben's mom has this. It's definitely for someone that's more adventurous in the kitchen, but it's lovely. 

Boulder Mug ($16) - I own a more squat version of these and them to DEATH.

Fugi Blossom Rice Bowls ($15.96) - Does a girl need an excuse to own more bowls? No.

The Einkorn Cookbook ($15.76) - I really want to read this one.

Chopstick Noodle Bowl ($14) - I've always wanted a chopstick noodle bowl.

Printed Enamel Mug ($14) - For the blogger in your life. 

*Silpat Baking Mat ($13.89) - This is just so classy.

No Filter Mug ($12.99) - For the Instagram lover in your life.

Stainless Steel Smoothie Straws ($11.97) - I have some similar to these, and I love them. 

Stainless Steel Lunch Box ($9.99) - Pack your lunch with flair. 

Paper Cheese Bags ($9.64) - Another one I really want to try. It kinda hurts to store cheese in plastic bags.

Bamboo Sushi Set ($7.98) - For the sushi enthusiast. 

*Chocolove Almond and Sea Salt Bar ($7.50 - much cheaper in stores) - This flavor is heavenly.

Mini Spatulas ($6.50) - Because you always need more of these.

Bamboo Storage Bowl ($5.99) - So retro. 

Mosaic Tea Tins, set of 2 ($5.98) - These would look so cute sitting on the counter.

What's on YOUR Christmas List?

NOTE: Some links are affiliate. All opinions are my own.

Thursday, December 4, 2014

2014 Gift Guide

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