Dry January idea: Curious Elixirs are sophisticated, alcohol free, and ready to serve.

by Christina Refford | Jan 4, 2020 | Party!, Shopping Finds

I’ve been seeing Dry January posts and hashtags on social media and after an outing with friends one night this week (ouch), I wonder if it’s too late for me to jump on the wagon. While giving up wine, beer, and cocktails for a month really won’t be...

7 no-bake holiday cookie ideas that are creative enough for cookie swaps, holiday hostess gifts, or you know, dessert.

by Liz Gumbinner | Dec 19, 2019 | Christmas, Party!, Recipes

It’s holiday cookie swap time! And that’s great news for those of us who love getting creative with baking. As for me, I love baking, especially with my kids. But this time of year, sometimes you just need to stick with something easy and quick —...

8 creative, easy ways to wrap a bottle of wine to make a holiday wine gift a little more gifty

by Christina Refford | Dec 18, 2019 | Gift Guides, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Party!, Tips + Tricks

Grabbing a bottle of wine and tossing it into a skinny, store-bought gift bag or just popping a bow on top is pretty much my standard way to gift a bottle wine to any party hosts, close friends, or special teachers this time of year. But now I’m rethinking my...

The world’s easiest cocktail garnishes: 4 ridiculously simple ways to make your cocktails look pro with no skills at all.

by Liz Gumbinner | Dec 9, 2019 | Party!, Tips + Tricks

This content is for readers 21+ which you probably are, because hi, it says “mom” in our website name. Please drink responsibly. Thanks to Drinkworks for sponsoring this post, because how fun is that?    Well hello there! I’m that person who...

Funny Hanukkah wine labels: No Manischewitz required.

by Liz Gumbinner | Dec 3, 2019 | Party!, Shopping Finds

Whether wine is your go-to Hanukkah hostess gift, or you’re just looking to jazz up your own Hanukkah holiday table this year, I am so happy to discover these funny Hanukkah wine labels that range from LOL funny to just kind of sweet. CMP is an rstyle affiliate...

A Merry Berry holiday cocktail recipe perfect for Thanksgiving (or any winter celebration).

by Cool Mom Team | Nov 22, 2019 | Party!, Recipes

A few years back, we had the pleasure of hosting A Me-Time Holiday Party for some friends and fans at Sbraga, a super cool and totally delicious spot in Philly. Top Chef fans might recognize that name; this award-winning restaurant is owned by Season 7 winner Chef...