About This Week: Homemade Holiday Candy

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This Week You know the basics, like gingerbread houses and store-bought candy canes, but holiday candy can be so much more. Our Guide to Candy will show you how to treat your sweet tooth to something special this holiday season. How to Make Peppermint Bark (video) Who would have thought that such a simple recipe could come out looking (and tasting) so good? We'll walk you through the steps. Peppermint Bark: Step by Step Recipe How to Temper Chocolate Make Your Own Candy Canes They're easily available in stores this time of year, but bringing home store-bought candy canes won't impress your friends and family like making your own will. How to Pull Candy Candy Temperature Guide See More About:  christmas candy recipes  hard candies  pulled taffy candies Peppermint Swirl Fudge Recipe Holiday candy is fantastic as it is, but adding fudge to the mix? Now that's an especially awesome combination. Candy Cane Truffles Peppermint Chocolate Spoons (video) See More About:  fudge recipes  christmas candy recipes  chocolate candies Candy-Making Basics If making your own holiday sweets is your first foray into homemade candy, these tips for beginners will help get you started. How to Chop Chocolate A Guide to Chocolate Types See More About:  candy for beginners  working with chocolate  candy recipe directories This Week Ads Christmas Kids Christmas Cards Holiday Gift Ideas Edible Crafts Kids Tree Featured Articles Top Gifts for Moms 10 Budget Skincare Products Travel Trends for 2012 Guide to Gift Etiquette Prepare Your Car for Winter Run Properly on a Treadmill (video)   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About This Week newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Fitness: Coffee Benefits and Last-Minute Gifts

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Fitness From Wendy Bumgardner, your About Fitness Editor It's the last full shopping weekend before Christmas. Put on your pedometer if you plan to do it on foot! 19 Unique and Unusual Fitness Gifts These 19 unique gift ideas range from stocking stuffers (some are even stockings) to high end gadgets. To get these by Christmas, you need to start clicking! See More About:  equipment  gear | clothing  gift ideas Coffee and Exercise - the Benefits Do you "dope" yourself with coffee to get pumped up for workouts? Not to worry, the World Anti-Doping Agency allows that drug (up to a limit!) Paul looks at the benefits of caffeine and coffee for exercise performance. See More About:  supplements  ergogenic  health effects Hydrant Water at Races? Really? Did you ever wonder where they get the water from they hand you in those little cups at races? After many racers got sick during the Las Vegas Rock 'n' Roll Marathon and Half Marathon, fingers are being pointed at them using fire hydrant water pumped into clean, lined trash cans and dipped out. I was there, I drank the water, I didn't get sick. Here is my analysis of the concerns. See More About:  drinking guidelines for walkers  hyponatremia  dehydration Yoga Gift Ideas (including chocolate) I just love Ann's pick of the banana guard. What exerciser/athlete doesn't need a banana guard? But I'd be happier to have the Chocoveda Chakra Truffle Box under the tree from my sweetie! See More About:  yoga gifts  yoga clothing  yoga books Fitness Ads Unique Gifts Coffee Best Coffee Beans Gift Ideas Gifts High Quality Coffee Featured Articles Top Toys for Active Families Bike Gifts Under $25 Gifts for Swimmers 10 Tips to Stay on Track During the Holidays What is a Crick in the Neck? Ski and Snowboard Conditioning Exercises   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fitness newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Fitness Gift Ideas Running Gifts Under $20 Gifts for Fit Travelers Pilates Gifts Advertisement

About Food & Drink: Holiday Munchies

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Food & Drink Hosting a party, or need to bring a dish to somebody else's shindig? These easy-to-make bites are sure to spread some holiday cheer. Holiday Party Menu Ideas Our Guide to Cooking for Two was recently asked to cater a 60s-era cocktail party. For the occasion, he came up with a holiday-friendly menu that includes tasty finger foods such as Greek meatballs and cheese-stuffed peppers. Five-Ingredient Holiday Recipes Bacon and Sweet Potato Bites See More About:  recipe collections  appetizers/tapas/canapes/meze  Sweet Christmas Munchie Recipes From caramel corn to reindeer chow, these Christmas candy munchies are perfect for holiday get-togethers. Magical Reindeer Chow Recipe Candy Cane Popcorn Recipe See More About:  christmas candy recipes  nut candies  mint candies 10 Dutch Holiday Treats We're dying to try out our Guide to Dutch Food's recipe for advocaat, a thick cream made from a rich blend of egg yolks, sugar, brandy, and a touch of vanilla. Bishop's Wine Recipe Dutch Christmas Bread Recipe Cheese Puffs Recipe Our Guide to Local Foods says her baked cheese puffs, made with parmesan, gruyere, and sharp cheddar, reheat beautifully and are always a big hit. Celebration Cheese Ball Recipe Hanukkah Cheese Gelt Coins Recipe See More About:  cheese puffs  gougeres  appetizers Food & Drink Ads Party Food Holiday Recipes Holiday Party Asian Food Party Recipes Featured Articles Mexican Three Kings Bread Frugal French Cooking Tricks Korean Drinking Snacks Hearty Low-Calorie Soups Gluten-Free Chocolate Panforte Must-Have Kitchen Gadgets   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Food & Drink newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement

About Family: Hanukkah, Holiday Stress Relief, and More

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Family From Jennifer Wolf, your About Family Editor All shopped out? Spend some time this week taking care of your body and mind with these holiday stress relief tips from our Guides. Holiday Stress and Anxiety in Children Our kids feel the stress, too. Find out how to guide them through holiday anxieties with these tips from Katherine. See More About:  holiday stress  stress relief  holiday survival Holiday Fitness for Families Catherine will help you create holiday fitness habits your whole family will enjoy. See More About:  family time  winter holidays  holiday fitness Hanukkah Music for Kids Warren is here to help you share the music and tradition with your children. Best Children's Books About Hanukkah Let Liz help you tell the story with these beautiful children's books. See More About:  jewish culture and tradition  children's books about seasons  children's books about holidays Family Ads Hanukkah Crafts Christmas Hanukkah Party Hanukkah Menu Holiday Cards Featured Articles Celebrate Hanukkah With Kids Video: Make a Star of David Box Christmas Classics Christmas in Orlando Tween Holiday Activities Follow About.com Parenting on Twitter   More from About.com Living with Depression By obtaining the correct medical intervention and learning better coping skills, you can not only live with depression, but live well. More> 9 Symptoms of Depression If you have experienced five or more of these symptoms within the same two week period, this could be indicative of an episode of depression. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Family newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Recent Parenting Channel Headlines Celebrate Hanukkah Fun Family Christmas Traditions What's Behind the NTSB Cell Phone Ban? Advertisement