Half-buzzed hostess

07/19/2012

Fried Okra | Ezra Pound Cake

Looks so good! Fried okra is my second favorite fried green behind fried pickles :)

A classic Southern side with a salty crunch.

05/25/2012

New packaging offers wine to go for picnic season

Heading out of town this weekend? This to-go style wine is perfect for a picnic or the beach:

Enter the new crop of alternatively packaged wines in cartons, cans and other trail-ready options.

04/27/2012

Saving Leftover Wine

Great tips!

Amanda's sharing a gadget-free trick she learned for saving leftover wine, for those rare instances when a bottle goes unfinished.

03/17/2012

Is taking inspiration from The Amateur Gourmet and attempting a porchetta. This should be interesting....

03/07/2012

Snooki confirms pregnancy, first thought was 'I've been drinking'

Am I the only one who doesn't judge Snooki? Isn't that every woman's first thought when they find out they are pregnant? And aren't 99 percent of children conceived after a few glasses of wine?

Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi has finally made it official that she has a meatball in the oven and that she is engaged to boyfriend Jionni LaValle.

02/29/2012

It's my half birthday! Since it only comes once every 4 years, does that mean I get to have birthday cake? :)

02/27/2012

Wolfgang Puck Party Recipes - Wolfgang Puck Tips and Recipes for Parties

Wolfgang Puck told me what it's like to cook for 1500+ for the Oscar crowd!

17-time Oscar-night chef Wolfgang Puck knows party tricks you can use.

02/02/2012

Ultimate Super Bowl Party

Some great tips here!

Top tips for throwing fantastic, stress-free game-day bashes.

01/06/2012

wants to welcome all new fans of half-buzzed hostess! Hope you enjoy the site for recipes, party ideas, and lots of boozy fun!

12/27/2011

I'm writing a story for Good Housekeeping, and I'm looking for stories from moms of college-age or older daughters. We're interested in stories of how you were inspired to try something new or love what you saw in the mirror because of your daughter: whether it's body, beauty: skin, hair, face, or some quirky thing. Or perhaps watching your daughter do something inspired you to do something you never thought you would do. If you or your mom are interested in sharing your story, please email [email protected] and include your story, your full name, age, city, state, and your daughter's name and age. Thank you!

11/28/2011

Delicious Holiday Food Gift Ideas - Cooking Light

Delicious Holiday Food Gift Ideas - Cooking Light

A homemade gift is the sweetest thing. Not fancy, just straight from the heart. We cooked up three base recipes, with variations—and sprinkled with decorating tips. Learn more.

11/03/2011

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YQpbzQ6gzs

This video is so wrong...and so right

11/02/2011

Damn you, neighbors, for leaving candy outside your door until Nov. 2. A three day Milky-Way bender is never a good thing...

10/27/2011

It feels like a small victory every time I manage to get a dozen eggs home uncracked.

10/24/2011

Hair of the dog

Check out my article in the New York Post about how your dog can join in on your boozy fun!

All month long, while you’ve been clinking steins at Oktoberfest and uncorking bottles on the North Fork, where’s Fido been? Likely drooling by his bowl, hoping for a sip of something other than

10/14/2011

Is headed to my happy place: south beach!

10/13/2011

There are few things in this world that are more delicious than a black and white shake from

10/12/2011

Apple Fritters | Ezra Pound Cake

These look amazing! I've been looking for new recipes to make with the 10,000 apples I have from apple picking last weekend. I'll absolutely try them.

Golden-fried pillows bursting with chunks of Granny Smith apple, with craggy edges that are just right for catching that sweet cider glaze.

10/09/2011

Is headed up to Newport, RI for beerfest. Have any good recommendations for me?

10/07/2011

This just in from Appétit Magazine: When you're hosting a cocktail party, you'll need 1.5 pounds of ice per guest. Who knew?

10/02/2011

is prepping for a literal sausage fest: italian sausage, bratwurst, kielbasa, and men.

09/19/2011

Big shout out to The Boken Online for posting my cannoli taste test on their site today. Thank you!