It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Or…is it? The truth is that many people have a difficult time during the holiday season. The fantasy of a cookie-cutter perfect holiday experience can be derailed by various stressors: the pressures of family gatherings,...
When giving clothing or accessories, I am always looking for pieces that are made well and will last for years. From a go-anywhere backpack to a warm coat that will never go out of style, these gifts from my favorite Swedish brand fit the bill and are guaranteed to be...
Christmas is almost here! Which means Santa’s favorite little helper Elf on the Shelf is returning! The South Shore Mom’s has rounded up some great new hiding spots for your family’s elf this year! New Mercie’s elf was found keeping warm next...
A bottle of wine is always a nice gesture, but these hostess gifts will set you apart from the pack of Pinots and Merlots this holiday party season. From hand-blown glass Christmas tree bulbs to beautifully packaged candles, these are the chic gifts we’ll be...
Megan Palmer Rivera, executive chef at Palmer’s Market close to my hometown in Darien, CT, clearly knows a thing or two about preparing a perfect holiday feast. After all, families rely on her to make their Thanksgiving, Christmas and other festive meals special, from...
Fall flavors are hitting our grocery stores! Pumpkin spice coffee, Honeycrisp apple pie, Maple bacon…who doesn’t love the nostalgia and comfort of seasonal products? While traditional flavors like pumpkin, apple, cinnamon and caramel will continue to dominate, they...
