Holiday shopping season is nearly upon us, but many Americans are tightening their belts as they deal with higher prices for groceries and other necessities. Here are some simple ways you can make this holiday season merry without putting a squeeze on your wallet. START WITH A PLAN Have an idea of what you want […]
There are many fabulous restaurants on the coast with fantastic dishes and décor. Our dining experiences are one of the reasons the word is getting around about the Secret Coast. Many restaurants offer delicious meals for a great price, making dining out more accessible. However, rising fuel and food prices have some of us spending […]
It’s October, which means it’s time to get festive! These double-chocolate Reese’s cookies are guaranteed to please kids and adults alike. They are the perfect treat to make for your kid’s classroom or to serve at a Halloween gathering. Don’t forget to share them with your neighbors, too! WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 1 cup room-temperature unsalted […]
Celeste O’Keefe is co-owner of DANCEL Multimedia, along with her husband, Danny O’Keefe. This year, she has been chosen colleen for the Hibernia Marching Society. In this role, she says, her responsibilities include “representing the organization and the Irish at our events and bringing Irish cheer to all!” She will serve a full year as […]
“Your ball is canceled.” These are four words no Mardi Gras queen wants to hear. Running for the title is something I had been working toward for a couple of years as a member of Les Masquees, and it finally felt like the timing was perfect. I have served on the board and held various […]
Those three special words aren’t the only way to express how you feel. From simple, thoughtful actions to grand gestures, here are some ideas for showing the love this Valentine’s Day and every day. Serve coffee and/or breakfast in bed. Hide a sweet note where he or she will find it at work or school. […]
Is your guy impossible to buy for? Here are some sure-to-please Valentine’s gift suggestions from Grant’s Menswear and S.F. Alman, Ltd. GRANT’S MENSWEAR Plum Thicket lapel pin by Brackish, $65 Travel spray cologne by Peter Millar, $58 Woven multi-color belt by Peter Millar, $125 Silk bow ties by Carrot & Gibbs, $75 […]
