Archives: November2011

 

Greenery for the Holidays – A Passion for Growing

Written by on November 30th, 2011.

Filed under: How-to Holidays

Over the past 8 years as a Floral buyer I have had the privilege of establishing some great relationships with vendors. For the holiday season I work very closely with Mitchell Bottomley of Bottomley Evergreens & Farms. He is our … Read More »

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The Making of My Vegan Holiday Menu

Written by on November 29th, 2011.

Filed under: How-to Holidays

The Vegan Holiday Menu was born when Colleen Wegman noticed the large amount of interest in “Tofurky or Not Tofurky” on my Thanksgiving blog last year. She commented, “Why not do a complete vegan holiday meal?”  With the “Chef Unplugged” … Read More »

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Toys – Building Smiles

Written by on November 27th, 2011.

Filed under: How-to Holidays

It’s hard to think about toys without smiling, whether it’s a memory of your childhood and your favorite toy or remembering how happy a toy made your own child, toys are just…fun. I got into the toy business with Wegmans … Read More »

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Holiday News You Can Use

Written by on November 26th, 2011.

Filed under: How-to Holidays, Mary Ellen Burris

Getting ready for the holidays can feel daunting, so here are some new things not to miss giving this holiday season. Wegmans Italian Classics has new appetizers that are scrumptious and authentic, made just for us by a small company … Read More »

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My 5 Final Turkey Day Tips & #Turkey911 Recap

Written by on November 23rd, 2011.

Filed under: How-to Holidays

1 day left till Turkey Day!  I’m hopeful there will be fewer dry overcooked birds on holiday tables this Thanksgiving. Over the last few days, I was so thrilled to be able to help our customers during our #Turkey911 Twitter … Read More »

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