Friday, November 23, 2012
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Friday, November 23, 2012
Thanksgiving dinner was delicious and the only thing more stuffed than the bird was you. Now, the question is: What to do with all those leftovers? While many say simple reheating is all that’s necessary, others have elaborate recipes for turning Thanksgiving leftovers into gourmet delights. From savory turkey soups to sinfully delicious pot pies and mile-high sandwiches, everyone has their own ideas on what to do with what’s leftover. The Food Network even has an entire recipe collection dedicated to the topic. We’d prefer to hear from you! What are your favorite Thanksgiving leftover recipes? Share them in the comments section or upload them as an announcement. For the latest Huntington Woods and Berkley news and information, "like" …
After Thanksgiving? After Halloween? How soon is too soon to decorate? Take our poll to weigh in!
Now that Thanksgiving is over, the holiday decorations in Michigan stores are out in full force. Christmas trees, lights, blow-up Menorahs and manger scenes line the aisles already at Home Depot, Target, Walmart and other stores. So when it comes to your holiday decorations, how soon do you start? Whether your tree goes up while the jack-o-lanterns are still on the porch; or if you stick to the nothing-until-after-Thanksgiving rule, tell us: When will you decorate for the holidays?
Thursday, November 22, 2012
From restaurants to government offices, here's your guide to holiday hours.
Thanksgiving is a time to spend celebrating with family and friends and, as such, many banks, offices, restaurants and stores will be closed Thursday in observance of the holiday. Here's a quick look at what will be open and closed in Berkley and Huntington Woods. Please leave a comment if you have something to add! O'Mara's Restaurant 24 Seconds Bar & Grill Westborn Market Hiller's Donut Cutter City of Berkley City of Huntington Woods Berkley School District
We'll find cranberries on the table instead of in a marsh this Thanksgiving, unlike the first settlers of Berkley and Huntington Woods.
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Thursday, November 22, 2012
Editor's note: This story originally ran in 2010. The first settlers of Berkley and Huntington Woods made their way to Michigan in the 1820s and by the time these intrepid pioneers reached their destination, they had much for which to be thankful. The journey, which began for most in New England or Pennsylvania, was long and hard-fought, as documented in Briefly, Berkley, a history of the area written by Shirley McLellan. "Many of the immigrants walked, hauling their goods in ox-drawn wagons until they reached the port of Buffalo, New York," McLellan writes. "Here they would embark upon small sailing vessels for the voyage to Detroit." Space was limited on these crafts, and many settlers had to wait for weeks in Buffalo before they could…
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Need something for the kids to do while the turkey is in the oven? Here are some ideas. Leave a comment to share your favorite projects, Berkley and Huntington Woods!
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Once the turkey is in the oven, the dining room table is set and your family is on their way, making Thanksgiving and fall crafts is a fun way to pass the time. Thanksgiving crafts will keep little hands busy and provide family-friendly fall decor to your home. Try any of these crafts to add fun to your Thanksgiving table. [Leave a comment to share the fun Thanksgiving crafts you make with your kids!] WHAT YOU NEED: WHAT YOU DO: 1. Take a small amount of frosting (we used chocolate frosting) and place it on one of the Oreos, where the tail feathers will go. 2. Put five candy corn tail feathers on top of the frosting – the frosting will help them stick to the Oreo. 3. Take one miniature Reese's Peanut Butter Cup (unwrapped) and cut off a …
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
These recipes – for stuffing, veggies, cranberry sauce and dessert – are tasty and safe for everyone at the table.
We asked experts for help coping with relatives from Thanksgiving through the New Year. Here are six steps to making it through. Leave a comment to share your own tips, Berkley and Huntington Woods!
Despite the quaintness of the season, family parties and tetchy in-law situations can make it hard to remember why this time of year is considered to be the most mirthful. This year, why not eschew the anguish of family get-togethers by preparing yourself in advance? Take the advice of our three experts – a psychologist, a rabbi and a busy working mother of two – all of whom offered their take on interpersonal best practices. [Leave a comment to share your own tips, Berkley and Huntington Woods!] The following are six simple steps to making the most of your holiday experience. Anyone who has ever been responsible for the holiday cooking knows the abject terror something as seemingly harmless as roasting a turkey can induce. For days before…
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Recipes so easy, even a kid can do it. Share your own holiday favorite and it could be featured on Berkley Patch!
My son Ethan really loves to cook and eat delicious food, so it's no wonder Thanksgiving is one of his favorite holidays. Last year, we tackled cooking a whole turkey with stuffing for the first time. So if you're nervous about making your first turkey, too, just follow Ethan's simple instructions. Here's what you'll need: Here's how to make it: Preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Remove the turkey from the wrapper, noting the weight. Remove the neck and giblets from inside the turkey, and remove the plastic leg ties. In a large bowl, combine the stuffing mix (Ethan used a bag of pre-seasoned vegan stuffing from Whole Foods) with the egg; add enough water to make it mushy and stir until evenly moist. Next, take the stuffing and, in Ethan's …
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Rene Parks of Westborn Market in Berkley suggests a variety of wines to complement your holiday meal and says this year's popular pick is late-harvest Rieslings from Michigan.
Thanksgiving means turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie and other great things to eat. All that good food deserves something good to drink. Fortunately, your local wine seller has plenty of Turkey Day options, including this year's popular pick, late-harvest Rieslings from Michigan. [What's your favorite wine to serve with Thanksgiving dinner? Leave a comment!] "If you want to support the Michigan wines, Chateau Grand Traverse is a Michigan favorite late-harvest Riesling," wine specialist Rene Parks of Westborn Market said. "It's juicy, fruity and sweet. ... I think they're making 25,000 cases up in Traverse City." The wine sells for $14.99 at Westborn, she said. For those who prefer a less-sweet white wine, Parks recommended the B&G Beaujolais…
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Leslie Ellis
10:03 pm on Saturday, November 24, 2012
Wow, Frank! I'm impressed. It must be a relief not to have to mess with stringing up lights in the snow! :) more ›