by Cool Mom Team | Dec 3, 2015 | Christmas, Gift Guides, Shopping Finds
Ever notice that the people who are really into something are always the hardest to buy for? You know exactly what they want—but they usually already have it. Ah, fanatics. If you ask us, the best way deal with these folks is to grab something new and, well, not so...
by Stacie Billis | Dec 1, 2015 | Holiday Cooking, Recipes
Hanukkah is a lovely holiday for many reasons and, as an inveterate foodie, I count the tradition of eating fried foods among them. I in no way mean to make light of the holiday, but I look forward to jelly donuts and latkes every Hanukkah with the same enthusiasm as...
by Cool Mom Team | Nov 30, 2015 | Christmas, Gift Guides, Shopping Finds
We’re a little obsessed with caffeine around here. Because, mornings. And parenting. And also mornings. So what better way to kick off our first ever Cool Mom Eats holiday gift guide than with some of the most fantastic coffee gifts for the caffeine obsessed. After...
by Jane Sweeney | Nov 28, 2015 | Shopping Finds
We always love shopping from indie businesses, but we’re especially excited to shop small today in a show of support for Small Business Saturday. When it comes to food and kitchen products, many small, often family-owned, purveyors are a nod to the old fashioned...
by Stacie Billis | Nov 6, 2015 | Columns, Party!, Recipes
In my calendar, the holiday eating and drinking season begins on November 1st and so, even though it’s been 70 degrees in New York City (huh?!), it’s only proper to toast the winter holiday season. Whether made traditionally or with a twist, the holidays...