Christmas

The holidays have a way of pulling everyone into the kitchen, so we keep ingredients on hand for dishes and drinks that make the season feel special without adding stress.

Beef Osso Buco and Braised Whole Chicken are two meals we save for cold December weekends when we want a set-it-and-forget-it dinner. For seafood lovers, the Lobster Truffle Mac and Cheese or Maryland Style Crab Cakes are great for small gatherings.

Christmas cocktails are a big part of our holiday routine. The Mistletoe Martini shows up every year, and the White Christmas Margarita, Cranberry Manhattan, and Cranberry Mojito are easy to make when friends stop by. And when we need a quick homemade touch, the Cranberry Simple Syrup works for both drinks and desserts. We usually keep a batch on hand during the holidays.

These recipes bring together the holiday flavors we love the most and make hosting feel a little easier.