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10 Show-Stopping Appetizers for Your New Year’s Eve Celebration
The countdown to a fresh start deserves a celebration as vibrant and memorable as the year ahead. Whether you're hosting an intimate gathering or a lively bash, your appetizers should shine just as brightly as the midnight fireworks. With Select Brands’ lineup of reliable appliances from TRU, Toastmaster, and Babycakes, you can create a variety of crowd-pleasing dishes with minimal mess and maximum wow factor.
Here’s a roundup of 10 impressive party appetizers that are simple to prepare, easy to serve, and guaranteed to impress your guests. Plus, we've paired each recipe with the perfect appliance to make your prep seamless.
Celebrate National Candy Cane Day with Sweet & Pepperminty Creations!
Candy Cane Day is here, and what better way to enjoy the post-holiday festivities than with peppermint-infused treats? Using Babycakes appliances and TRU Espresso & Coffee machines, we’ve whipped up 10 candy cane-centered recipes and a bonus favorite that are fun, festive, and oh-so-delicious. Let’s turn your kitchen into a peppermint wonderland!
National Candy Cane Day is celebrated annually on December 26th, the day after Christmas. While the exact origins of the holiday remain unclear, it’s widely recognized as a fun way to keep the festive spirit alive while savoring those leftover holiday treats—especially candy canes! This quirky holiday gives everyone an excuse to enjoy the iconic red-and-white-striped sweet that has come to symbolize the holiday season.
Hosting the Holidays Like a Pro: Stress-Free Recipes with Select...
The holidays are here, and while the season sparkles with joy, hosting can feel like running a marathon with a turkey in one hand and a timer in the other. What if we told you there’s a secret weapon to making holiday hosting easy-breezy—without the mess, stress, or even turning on the oven? This year, your MVP lineup comes straight from Select Brands with appliances that turn festive chaos into effortless cheer.
From brunch to desserts and everything in between, we’ve got 12 creative recipes that wow your guests and give you back the gift of time. Let’s dive into this ultimate holiday hosting guide featuring treats so delicious, your oven won’t even get an invite! Make sure to read to the end, where we have bonus show stopping recipes!
