Holiday

November is Sweet Potato Awareness Month This tasty vegetable is a must on our menu for Thanksgiving. Sweet potatoes are very nutritious and have an excellent source of vitamin C, and potassium. Sweet potatoes can be prepared in several different ways, such as fried, baked and even boiled which is known to be the healthiest way to cook a sweet potato. The holiday season is near, and I have listed some names of dishes that you can prepare with your sweet potatoes. Whether you boil and drizzle with honey or mash and top with pecans and marshmallows, sweet potatoes have become a staple at Thanksgiving tables.  What is a Sweet Potato? Sweet potatoes are large, starchy, sweet-tasting vegetables that are native to...

The 2023 Guide to Baton Rouge Holiday Events Are you visiting Baton Rouge with kids or looking for fun things to do with kids in the Baton Rouge area? The holiday season in Baton Rouge is beyond joyful for families; there are dozens of holiday events for families in the area! ‘Tis the season to shop, see lights, build gingerbread houses, and so much more in Baton Rouge! Make sure to add these exciting Baton Rouge holiday events to your family’s calendar this year. Some event details are still unfolding, so check back often for the most up-to-date information for celebrating the holidays in Baton Rouge. If you are looking for the best Christmas light displays or Baton Rouge area neighborhoods with...

Disclosure: This post is sponsored but we LOVE to bring you info about the best holiday events around! Looking for a complete list of Baton Rouge, family friendly, holiday fun? Check out the Red Stick Mom guide HERE.  Don't Miss Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Barn Hill Preserve! Pancakes with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Barn Hill Preserve is the perfect opportunity to plan your Christmas Card photos with Santa! Barn Hill Preserve will have beautiful Christmas decor as well as holiday photo ops for you and your family to enjoy! This event is bound to make the holiday spirit come to life! 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐒 𝐀 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐁𝐘 𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐎! The event occurs every Saturday and Sunday from November...

Mothering Through Grief During The Holidays As the holiday season approaches, I feel a sense of dread come over me. Seeing all of the Halloween and Thanksgiving decorations fill the store shelves is not giving me the same excitement that it has in the past. And instead of excitement about Christmas, I feel anxiety. This year is different. You see, my mom passed away earlier this year so this will be my first holiday season without her. Grief is funny because I didn’t always spend the holidays with my mom, so that's not really what has me feeling down. In fact, since I moved away from my hometown and started my own family, we often choose to make memories in our...

Best Places to Order Catered Thanksgiving Dinner in Baton Rouge The holiday season is upon us! In all the chaos, so many of us are looking to outsource & make this holiday season just a little easier and a little more enjoyable for everyone! So we got busy and did all the research for you. Here are all the delicious options the Greater Baton Rouge Area has to offer for take-out Thanksgiving meals! No matter what you're looking to order, we've got you covered! The bird? Check The ham? You betcha! Traditional sides? Done & done! Cajun sides? You know it! Desserts? We definitely didn't sleep on that one! Get ready to make some time for self-care, because Thanksgiving Dinner is one less thing on your...