Join me in welcoming Debra Kavalos-Delaney, entertaining coach, expert and founder of MemorableEntertaining.com, as a Hob Nob North Shore contributor. In the coming months, Debra will share articles filled with tips on entertaining – PLUS – launch her first column, ‘Dear Debra’ with Hob Nob North Shore. There’s ‘Dear Abby’…

(ARA) - When temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, you know that comfort food season has arrived. And nothing is more heartwarming than bringing family and friends together for a traditional winter meal, evoking feelings of warmth and nostalgia. Look no further than your cupboard for simple meal solutions…

(ARA) - Whether you call it stuffing or dressing, one thing's for sure - no holiday meal is complete without it. Sometimes savory, often sweet, but always delicious, stuffing is one of the most anticipated dishes on the holiday table. Stuffing is an easy-to-prepare, versatile holiday dish that can include…

(ARA) - According to a recent survey of 50 top parenting, style and entertaining bloggers, 94 percent plan to entertain this holiday season. Decorating the house with seasonal decor and linens is part of the holiday tradition for many families. However, more than 84 percent of hosts anticipate they'll have…

(ARA) - Heart failure, high blood pressure and many other common health conditions all have one thing in common - reducing the amount of sodium in your diet. But the problem is that salt is everywhere in foods, even if you personally don't add it to anything served. This makes…