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Posts tagged "Thanksgiving"

Thanksgiving 2011

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I hope everyone enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday! I just wanted to share a few photos from my own celebration. It was a perfect long weekend filled with family time by the fire, amazing food and many many laughs.
By Single Working Housewife,
November 28, 2011 at 2:24 pm
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Thanksgiving Memories

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While it already seems like Thanksgiving was ages ago, I just wanted to share some shots from this year’s Thanksgiving dinner. Once again, the master (my mother) impressed us all with her beautiful holiday decor!
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 29, 2010 at 6:08 pm
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Happy Thanksgiving!

Photo courtesy of Martha Stewart Living Happy Thanksgiving everyone. And a very special “good luck!” to all you SWHs out there who are hosting your own feasts tomorrow. Check out the New York Times’ Thanksgiving: A User’s Manual  if you need any last minute advice! ... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 24, 2010 at 2:23 pm
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Spiced Cider Punch

Yesterday, I hosted my fabulous friends for a little Pre-Thanksgiving feast. With everyone parting ways to visit family and friends and the busy holiday season around the corner, it was great to spend a cozy Sunday afternoon. I knew I wanted to use my punch bowl…it always looks so pretty, sitting on the bar, and... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 22, 2010 at 11:38 am
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Vegetable Centerpiece

Check out this fabulous idea from Food Network. The fall veggies make it a perfect Thanksgiving centerpiece. Simple instructions and a diagram are below! 1. Layer cabbage and lettuce leaves around the inside of a 10-inch footed bowl and let the leaves hang over the edge. 2. Place an 8-inch square of floral foam (about... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 19, 2010 at 4:54 pm
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The Perfect Turkey: A Thanksgiving Cocktail Idea

Every SWH knows a custom cocktail is a must. It is a fun way to kick things off and get the festivities going. I recommend making a batch right before your guests arrive or better yet, have a tray set out with the drinks already poured. This will allow you to serve everyone in a... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 18, 2010 at 12:44 pm
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Pumpkin Ice Cream

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I am always on the lookout for new ideas, tips and recipes…So you can imagine my delight in getting a brand new sister-in-law, Judy, who is a wealth of SWH knowledge! This now Married Working Housewife will be contributing from time to time and her first yummy idea is just perfect for the upcoming Thanksgiving... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 14, 2010 at 10:37 pm
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Giving Thanks to the Hostess

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We all know that Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all of the people and things in our life for which we are grateful. This Thanksgiving, make sure you don’t forget to also give special thanks to the hostess or host of your feast. I have scoured some of my favorite Chicago stores and... Read more »
By ChicagoNow Staff,
November 7, 2010 at 7:27 pm
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