Cranberry orange shortbread cookies with pistachios are a festive, buttery bite that’s perfect as an appetizer cookie, a cocktail companion during the holidays, or a cozy treat with tea after a long day in the kitchen. This post contains affiliate links. Why you’ll love this recipe The cranberry-orange combination is a classic for the holidays … Read more

Spicy roast butternut squash soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly autumn days. It’s simple to make, full of warming flavour, and freezes well for quick meals later. When I was little I only ate tomato soup — nothing else. Boring, I know, but I’ve since expanded my tastes and now love richer, roasted … Read more

This blackberry lavender gin and tonic is one of the prettiest and most refreshing summer drinks — ideal for sipping in the garden on warm evenings. This post is sponsored by Waitrose. Working from home on hot summer days can be tempting torture, especially when the garden is calling. One of the perks of food … Read more

This Whipped Honey Butter uses just four ingredients and takes about 10 minutes to make. The result is a light, fluffy butter infused with sweet honey — perfect on dinner rolls, pancakes, waffles, or even sweet potatoes. About This Homemade Whipped Honey Butter One batch of this whipped honey butter will quickly become a staple. … Read more

Gingerbread scones with a Biscoff (cookie butter) glaze are simple to make and deliver the cozy flavors of winter. Perfect for Christmas morning or a chilly weekend brunch. Three days until Christmas! Are you ready? I’m mostly prepared and excited to share another cozy recipe. Thank you for visiting and supporting two sugar bugs. I’ve … Read more

I love a tasty weekend breakfast, but not the early-morning prep. Anything that can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning is perfect. While I enjoy sweet make-ahead treats like overnight cinnamon rolls and French toast casseroles, for a savory option this sausage, kale, and mushroom strata is one of my favorites. … Read more

As the weather cools and cozy season approaches, a slow cooker pot roast is the perfect comforting meal. This Crockpot Pot Roast is incredibly easy and packed with flavor. After hours in the slow cooker, a chuck roast becomes so tender it practically falls apart — rich, juicy, and utterly satisfying. It’s ideal for a … Read more

Halloween DIY Crafts — Love It? Pin It! Halloween DIY Crafts 31 Things To Make For Halloween Plus Pumpkin Carving Tips I’ve already started decorating for fall. Living in the Northeast means cooler temperatures and that unmistakable autumn scent in the air — and that always nudges me toward Halloween. I usually ease into spooky … Read more

An epicurean adventure to: Spain Tired of plain white rice? Make Arroz Amarillo — a quick, flavorful yellow rice inspired by Spain and popular throughout Latin America. This simple recipe takes under 30 minutes and yields bright, fragrant rice made with sautéed onions, roasted peppers, garlic and bay leaves. A knob of butter adds richness … Read more