Between holiday office parties galore, Christmas and New Year’s Eve, perhaps you’re ready to give that ginger-lime infused vodka a rest for a bit (or not! Hey, it’s okay!). But if you’re cozying up to one of these healthy and filling holiday snacks and looking for more ways to cram vitamins and nutrients into your diet, scroll on for the Best. Shots. Ever. Hangover not included… although if you have a hangover, we’ve got you covered for that too.
Holiday movies are one of the best ways to get into the spirit of the season and luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a laugh-out-loud comedy or romance, we’ve got you covered. Pour yourself a mug of comforting hot chocolateand snuggle up with a blanket. Here are our picks for the most highly anticipated new Christmas movies releasing soon!
Trivia at St. Nick's — On The Hallmark Channel November 8, 2024
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Let’s be honest, we all love when Pretty Little Liars co-stars reunite for a new project and the Hallmark Channel is delivering with Trivia at St. Nick’s. When Celeste and Max end up on the same team for their university's annual faculty Christmas Bar Trivia Tournament, they discover a newfound friendship — and chemistry. Who knows what could happen between the two of them before the championship?
Trivia at St. Nick’s stars Tammin Sursok and Brant Daugherty.
Hot Frosty — On Netflix November 13
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The holidays can be hard for those dealing with a loss, which is something Kathy is still experiencing. However, what will happen after she magically brings a handsome snowman to life? Will she learn to love again?
Hot Frosty stars Lacey Chabert, Dustin Milligan, Katy Mixon Greer, Lauren Holly, Chrishell Stause, Joe Lo Truglio, and Craig Robinson.
Red One — In Theaters November 15, 2024
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Who doesn’t love an action-packed holiday adventure with Dwayne Johnson as the North Pole's main security guard and Chris Evans as a bounty hunter? Throw in a kidnapped Santa Claus and you have a Red One Christmas.
Red One stars Dwayne Johnson, Chris Evans, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Wesley Kimmel and J.K. Simmons.
An Almost Christmas Story — On Disney+ November 15, 2024
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The third and final installment of Alfonso Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+ is almost here, and it follows the adventure of an unlikely duo: a young owl called Moon and a lost little girl named Luna, both wanting to make it home for the holidays. This Christmas movie was was inspired by the tiny owl who was actually rescued from NYC's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020!
An Almost Christmas Story stars Cary Christopher, Estella Madrigal, Jim Gaffigan, Mamoudou Athie, Alex Ross Perry, Gianna Joseph, Phil Rosenthal, Natasha Lyonne, and John C. Reilly.
The Night Before Christmas In Wonderland — On November 15, 2024
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There's nothing more festive than an animated musical and this year, we’re finally getting the film adaptation of Carys Bexington’s The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland, which is a perfect mix of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas and Alice in Wonderland. Down the rabbit hole we go!
The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland stars Emilia Clarke, Gerard Butler, and Simone Ashley.
The Merry Gentlemen — On Netflix November 20
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The Merry Gentlemen is your classic story of a former big-city girl returning to her parents’ small-town to save the day, but with a twist…a steamy, all-male Christmas-themed production!
The Merry Gentlemen stars Britt Robertson, Chad Michael Murray, Marla Sokoloff, Beth Broderick, Michael Gross, Maxwell Caulfield, Hector David Jr., Colt Prattes, and Marc Anthony Samuel.
Our Little Secret — On Netflix November 27, 2024
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Christmas with your ex? Definitely not fun for anyone, especially when you’re stuck under the same roof with new partners. Prepare for a whole lot of chaos and mixed feelings!
Our Little Secret stars Lindsay Lohan, Ian Harding, Tim Meadows, Jon Rudnitsky, Henry Czerny, Judy Reyes, Chris Parnell, Kristin Chenoweth, Dan Bucatinsky, Katie Baker, Jake Brennan, Ash Santos, and Brian Unger.
Nutcrackers — On Hulu November 29, 2024
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Ben Stiller is back on our screens after seven years in Nutcrackers! The comedy is filled with heart and tells the story of Mike, who's all work and no play. Everything turns upside down when he becomes the guardian for his orphaned nephews. What’s extra fun is actors Homer, Ulysses, Arlo, and Atlas Janson are actually siblings in real life.
Nutcrackers stars Ben Stiller, Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Tim Heidecker, Toby Huss, Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson, Arlo Janson, and Atlas Janson.
A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter — On Netflix December 6, 2024
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After Sabrina Carpenter’s incredible sixth album, Short n’ Sweet, she’s ready to give us the holiday special we deserve this season. That’s right, it’s a nonsense Christmas with the singer performing songs from her fruitcake holiday EP as well as some unforgettable covers. Plus, we all know there will be some fun surprises!
A Nonsense Christmas stars Sabrina Carpenter.
A Carpenter Christmas Romance — On Lifetime December 21
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Andrea escapes to her family’s farmhouse to finish her novel. This leads to a run-in with her woodworker ex-crush, who's helping rebuild the town after a tragedy. Naturally, sparks fly.
A Carpenter Christmas Romance stars Sasha Pieterse and Mitchell Slaggert.
Oh. What. Fun. — On Prime Video Soon
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Claire's preparing to celebrate Christmas with a special family outing, until they forget her (giving classic Home Alone vibes). While this could lead to a miserable holiday for everyone, Claire's determined to get back to her family.
Oh. What. Fun. stars Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, Denis Leary, Dominic Sessa, Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria, Joan Chen, Devery Jacobs, Havana Rose Liu, and Maude Apatow.
Champagne Problems — On Netflix Soon
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Who doesn’t want to take a trip to the city of love? Friday Night Lights' Minka Kelly is set to play an executive who goes to France in hopes of obtaining a well-known champagne brand. But life has other plans when she falls in love with the founder’s son.
Champagne Problems stars Minka Kelly.
Here are 28 Insanely Easy Christmas Cookie Recipes For The Holidays to go with your holiday watching :).
Bring it on, fall. It's almost time to put your shorts aside, dig out your sweaters, and start replacing flats with booties. As you honor the changing seasons, don't forget to dress your drinks properly, too! Add some cider to your sangria, some apple to your martini, and some pumpkin spice to yourhot chocolate.
These delicious fall cocktails will brighten your soirees, warm your last outdoor dinner parties, and sweeten the glow of your nights by the fire. With one of these bevs in-hand, you'll welcome fall with open arms.
Brit + Co
Chocolate Mocha Martini
Take a sweet break from those busy fall weekdays with this decadent mocha martini that's made with Baileys Chocolate Liqueur, espresso, vodka, and simple syrup.
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Fall Aperol Spritz
To craft this fall cocktail, you'll combine Aperol with pear juice, sparkling wine, cinnamon, and more – each ingredient works to bring forth those warm and cozy flavors you love!
Brit + Co
Pomegranate Ginger Beer Cocktail
This cocktail is *so* fit for the season. It's delicately balanced with dry vermouth, pomegranate juice, orange bitters, and ginger beer to make a boozy play at seasonal flavors.
Brit + Co
Butterscotch Bourbon Milk Punch
This sweet drink is sure to follow you through the fall and winter seasons, as it provides a warming sip with the addition of bourbon!
Not Without Salt
This festive cider packs quite a – you know – punch. You would never guess that it only has three ingredients!
Barley & Sage
Apple Pie Moonshine Hot Toddy
Five minutes is all it takes to whip up this warming cocktail that uses apple pie moonshine. One sip, and you'll be leaning into the fall vibes.
Mixop
Pumpkin Spice Martini
Vodka, pumpkin spice liquor, pumpkin puree, vanilla and more join forces for a full-on dessert drink.
Half Baked Harvest
Pumpkin Head Punch
Mix lemon, spiced pumpkin butter, vodka, cinnamon, ginger beer, and a few more ingredients for this stunning, sparkling autumn punch.
Not Without Salt
For this drink, throw in some brown sugar, cinnamon, butter... wait... are these cookies we're talking about, or a favorite fall cocktail? (via Not Without Salt)
Sunshine Punch
Good Morning Sunshine
Missing that summer sun already? Keep it shining all fall long with this unique bev that carries notes of coffee and orange juice. To make it, combine 1 part Sunshine Punch with 1 part cold brew coffee over ice. Stir it, then garnish the mix with a cinnamon stick and an orange slice.
Filthy
Filthy Cherry Apple Punch
Grab your punch bowl, and prepare to please a crowd with this fall cocktail. You'll make a concoction with 750ml bourbon, 12 oz fresh-squeezed (store-bought's way easier) apple juice, 12 oz Filthy® Black Cherry Syrup, and 12 oz cider before garnishing with 2 red apples, cinnamon sticks, and a few Filthy® black cherries.
Sidral Mundet
Sidral Sparkling Apple & Berry Refresher
This apple-berry combo couldn't be more of a fit for fall. To make it, combine .5 oz fresh lime juice, 2 slices of fresh ginger, and 6 blackberries into a shaker and muddle together. Then, add 1.5 oz unsweetened cranberry juice and 1 bottle of Sidral Mundet before shaking it all together. Optionally, add some vodka or gin to make it a complete fall cocktail!
Flecha Azul Tequila
Fall Margarita
Batch cocktails always win people over. To make this pitcher, you'll start by crafting your own fall simple syrup: boil 1 cup of water, then add 3 cinnamon sticks, ½ cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of sugar, and stir vigorously for about 2 minutes until sugar dissolves. Let cool. The rest of the recipe is simple: combine 9 oz Flecha Azul Blanco, 6 oz orange juice, 4 oz lime juice, and 2 oz of the fall simple syrup.
Culinary Hill
Hot Toddy
The ultimate warm-up drink, this hot toddy mixes plenty of lemon juice and honey into whiskey and adds nutmeg, cinnamon, and lemon slices.
HGTV
Caramel Apple Martini
The ingredients for this fall cocktail are truly simple — apple schnapps, butterscotch schnapps, Baileys, and your choice of milk. Make a large amount to share at brunch!
Salt & Lavender
Refreshing Persimmon Cocktail
Persimmon season begins in October, meaning it's the perfect time to mix together this drink made of persimmon puree, lime juice, creme de cassis, and Champagne.
Love & Olive Oil
Bourbon Salted Caramel Milkshake
If there's booze in it, it's a cocktail. No matter if it's in milkshake form!
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Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
Espresso martinis are great as their own thing, but why not make a pumpkin twist on them? This recipe makes the ultimate dessert drink. To create it, combine 1.5 oz Ketel One Vodka, .5 oz coffee liqueur, .75 oz pumpkin allspice syrup*, and 1 oz coffee concentrate** in a shaker with ice, and shake vigorously. Strain it into a chilled martini glass and garnish half of the cocktail with some shakes of pumpkin spice and espresso powder!For the *pumpkin allspice syrup:
- Boil 2 cups of water with 1 tbsp pumpkin spice on high for 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes and remove from the stovetop.
- In a jar or bowl, measure out the reduced liquid, it will be less than 2 cups because of evaporation during the boiling process.
- Measure out the same quantity in sugar for a 1:1 ratio, and add the sugar to the pumpkin spice liquid. Mix until dissolved, and keep in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
For the **coffee concentrate:
- Mix 1 cup of cold brew (or store-bought iced coffee) and mix with 1 tbsp instant espresso powder.
Sidral Mundet
Mundet Appletini
Get a sip full of harvest flavors by mixing up this martini: first, vigorously shake 1.5 oz vodka over ice for 10 seconds and strain it into a chilled glass. Then you'll top things off with cold Sidral Mundet Green Apple soda and an apple slice. Fresh!
Naturally Ella
Apple, Pear + Gin Cocktail
Juice two pears and an apple together. Add honey, lemon juice, and soda water, garnish with rosemary, and voila! That was easy.
Saveuer
Regent's Punch
Pineapple meets a new season when it's mixed with orange, nutmeg, and — an unlikely addition — green tea. Don't forget the cranberries on top!
Proper No. Twelve
Proper Apple Pie Martini
To make this pie-inspired martini, shake 2 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple with 2 oz of Irish cream liqueur in a shaker with ice and a dash of cinnamon. Once shaken, strain into a martini glass rimmed with crushed graham cracker. Get ready for dessert in a drink!
Barley & Sage
Sparkling Fig Cocktail
Made with fresh figs, vodka, and Champagne, this sparkling cocktail is quite the refreshing nod to harvest season.
Culinary Hill
Brandy Apple Cider Slush
Mix some frozen apple cider with brandy, and top it off with hard apple cider (or sparkling water) for a frozen fall cocktail. Gotta love an adult slushy.
Half Baked Harvest
Sleepy Hollow Cocktail
Mix pomegranate juice with tequila, bitters, cinnamon, rosemary-infused orange honey simple syrup and top it off with sparkling water and a smoking sprig of rosemary to create this Halloween-ready brew.
Minimalist Baker
Boozy Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate
We like to celebrate all the possible ways to add pumpkin to our drinks. Our favorite method is through this white hot chocolate.
Sidral Mundet
Sidral Mundet Crisp Mezcalrita
This seasonal take on a margarita will provide fun times and fall vibes. First, rim a glass with brown sugar and cinnamon. To the glass, add 1 bottle of Sidral Mundet, 2 oz of mezcal, and 2 oz of triple sec. Add a squeeze of lemon and ice before mixing it together. Finally, garnish with a star anise piece!
Wyn Vida for Dulce Vida
Tequila Vanilla Sour
Indulge in a fancy fall cocktail by following this recipe: shake 1.5 oz Dulce Vida Anejo Tequila, .5 oz Licor 43, .5oz vanilla liqueur, 1 oz lemon juice, .5 oz agave, and 1oz egg whites together before straining into a sour glass!
Half Baked Harvest
Vanilla Chai White Russian
A chai tea simple syrup made with chai tea, honey, and vanilla extract is added to a classic white Russian for this autumnal spiced cocktail.
Proper No. Twelve
Apple Mule
Make a twist on your go-to mule with this seasonal offering. Over ice, combine 1.5 oz Proper No. Twelve Irish Apple and 3 oz of ginger beer. From there, garnish with a lime wedge for a special touch!
Aviation American Gin
Negroni Upgrade
Let this smooth cocktail engage your senses with each sip.
Ingredients
1.5 oz Aviation American Gin
0.75 oz Bitter Aperitivo Liqueur
0.75 oz Sweet Vermouth
Orange Twist
Combine all ingredients into mixing glass with Ice. Stir, then strain into Rocks glass with Ice. Garnish with Orange Twist.
Aviation American Gin
NY Juniper Sour
Give your taste buds a jolt with this amazing cocktail.
Ingredients
1.5 oz Aviation American Gin
1 oz Lemon Juice
0.75 oz Ginger Syrup
Top with Red Wine
Combine all ingredients except Red Wine into cocktail shaker with Ice. Shake, then strain into Rocks glass with Ice. Carefully top with Red Wine.
Aviation American Gin
Tom Collins
Keep everything easygoing with a Tom Collins. (via Aviation American Gin)
Ingredients
1.5 oz Aviation American Gin
1 oz Lemon Juice
0.75 oz Simple Syrup
Top with 2 oz Club Soda
Combine all ingredients except Club Soda into cocktail shaker with Ice. Shake, then strain into Collins glass filled with Ice. Top with Club Soda and garnish with Lemon Slice.
Aviation American Gin
Gin Espresso Martini
When you combine nutmeg, espresso and Aviation American Gin, you're bound to fall in love with a Gin Espresso Martini. (via Aviation American Gin)
Ingredients
1.5 oz Aviation American Gin
0.75 oz Coffee Liqueur
0.75 oz Espresso
0.5 oz Simple Syrup (optional)
Coffee Beans or Nutmeg
Combine all ingredients into cocktail shaker with Ice. Shake, then strain into chilled Martini glass. Garnish with 3 Coffee Beans or grated Nutmeg.
Mixop
Caramel Martini
We're entering sweet territory with this scrumptious drink! It's like drinking a dessert instead of hearing your fork scrape a ceramic dish. All you need are Vodka, Irish and heavy creams, caramel syrup, and brown sugar. The best part about this drink are the soft caramel candies you can use as a garnish!
SirDavis
Honey Bee Cocktail
Your fall cocktails should be as sweet as they are warm and spicy like SirDavis's Honey Bee Cocktail. The ingredients and instructions are simple so you'll be sipping on this delectable drink in no time!
Ingredients
2 oz of SirDavis American Whisky
.75 oz of Lemon Juice
.50 oz of Honey Syrup
Garnish
Honeycomb or Lemon Twist
*To make honey syrup, add 2 parts honey and 1 part water into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the honey is dissolved. Allow to cool and transfer to an airtight container.
Mixop
S'Mores Martini
The upcoming bonfire party you're attending needs a ton of tasty camping foodand one of the sweetest fall cocktails anyone has ever tasted. With ingredients like Marshmallow Vodka, Kahlua, and Chocolate Syrup, you may find that you don't need to eat S'mores after all!
We might be drooling now. These fall cocktails are sure to warm you up this autumn.
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Sure, we all love the idea of a roasted turkey on Thanksgiving, but IRL, they’re usually overcooked, bland, and in need of a good dose of gravy to make up for their lackluster flavor. This year, think outside of the box and treat your friends and family to a stellar meal that will awaken their tastebuds! You’ve DIYed your own pie stand, you’ve created the perfect tablescape, and you’ve even worked extra hard on your place settings. You might as well make one of these main course dishes focused on Thanksgiving proteins (including some veggie options!) that are just as impressive as your decor.
Life Tastes Good
Garlic Roast Beef
Feed a carnivorous army with this gorgeous garlic roast beef that is as juicy as it is flavorful. Slice this baby tableside, and your guests won’t be able to resist the aroma. (via Life Tastes Good)
The Healthy Foodie
Maple Walnut Crusted Salmon
This salmon deserves a place front and center at your Thanksgiving table. Not only do you have the sweet maple glaze, but you also get a welcomed crunch from the walnut crust in this recipe. (via The Healthy Foodie)
Pickles and Honey
Stuffed Butternut Squash with Tempeh
This meatless (yet protein-packed) dish is a feast for your eyes and your mouth! It’s a vegan Thanksgiving treat that is almost too pretty to eat… almost. Bring this out of the oven and let the “oohs” and “ahhs” ensue. (via Pickles and Honey)
What’s for Lunch, Honey?
Beef Wellington With Roast Pumpkin, Parsnip and Mushrooms
This luxe beef wellington is sure to impress even the classiest of Thanksgiving guests. Whip this up for your in-laws and your M.I.L. will be wrapped around your finger! (via What’s for Lunch, Honey?)
Running to the Kitchen
Cranberry Apple Stuffed Cornish Hens
If you’re having a small Thanksgiving gathering this year, go with some Cornish game hens. Everyone gets their own bird, which makes for a beautiful presentation, and this recipe is even stuffed with fresh cranberries and apples! (via Running to the Kitchen)
Salt & Lavender
Creamy Mushroom Pork Tenderloin
Time is of the essence during the holidays, so a hearty main dish is as precious as gold. Plus, if there’s a delicious gravy involved, it’s already a hit. This creamy mushroom pork tenderloin will be gone faster than it took you to make it! (via Salt & Lavender)
The Gourmet Gourmand
Herb Crusted Lamb Chops
Have someone you’re trying to impress this Thanksgiving? Break out these herb-crusted lamb chops and you’ll be considered a T-Day queen for many years to come! (via The Gourmet Gourmand)
Connoisseurus Veg
Chickpea Vegan Meatloaf
Sure, meatloaf isn’t quite a traditional Thanksgiving main course, but with a sweet maple tomato glaze, it sure fits the bill flavor-wise. (via Connoisseurus Veg)
Minimalist Baker
1-Hour Vegan Pot Pies
These individual pot pies are so adorable and full of rich flavor, no one will even notice they’re vegan. Plus, who doesn’t love getting their own little dish of food? (via Minimalist Baker)
Serena Bakes Simply from Scratch
Slow Cooker Pineapple Honey Mustard Ham
Ham isn’t only for Christmas, people. This juicy pineapple-glazed ham is perfect for any holiday meal. Bonus: it’s made in the slow cooker, which frees up tons of vital oven space. (via Serena Bakes Simply from Scratch)
Vikalinka
Vegetarian Lentil & Butternut Squash Wellington
In case you need to feed an entire crew of plant-based eaters, opt for this veggie spin on a crowd favorite. There’s no need to sacrifice a hearty main course when you have awesome alternative Thanksgiving proteins like these. (via Vikalinka)
Pink Owl Kitchen
Cranberry Meatballs
These little spheres of flavor are a burst of savory and sweet, with a tangy cranberry glaze that's downright addictive. Forget the gravy – these meatballs will be the saucy stars of your Thanksgiving spread! (via Pink Owl Kitchen)
Feel Good Foodie
Grilled Lamb Chops
These lamb chops, perfectly seasoned and seared, bring a touch of elegance to your table. This is the premier choice for a feast fit for royalty. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Bowl of Delicious
Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken
Succulent, juicy, and infused with a medley of herbs, this bird takes center stage in a cast iron pot. Your Thanksgiving guests will be clucking about this chicken long after the last bite. (via Bowl of Delicious)
This Wife Cooks
Roasted Vegetable Wellington
Imagine a golden puff pastry hugging a medley of roasted veggies, herbs, and savory goodness. It's like a Thanksgiving hug for your taste buds – a vegetarian delight that even carnivores will crave. (via This Wife Cooks)
Cozy Cravings
Butternut Squash & Spinach Lasagna
Layers of velvety butternut goodness dance with sautéed spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella, creating a symphony of flavors that'll have your guests singing your culinary praises. This is comfort food elevated to a whole new level. (via Cozy Cravings)
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