Is it OK to give teens a taste of Champagne at home New Year's Eve?
One argument says no, it sends the wrong message. The other side argues that a ceremonial glass of Champagne at home with family encourages moderation. Full Story
Healing holiday hangovers, from busted budgets to a hurting head
It's the holidays and for some of us that means...hangovers, and lots of different kinds.
They said it couldn't be done: New decade of year-shaped specs for 2010
The decade's end was supposed to finish off those wacky, year-shaped glasses favoured by the revelling seas on New Year's Eve in Times Square and around the world.
Kwanzaa boom over, but small number of blacks continue to embrace the holiday
Four years ago, Evita Broughton celebrated Kwanzaa for the first time with her family -- lighting a candle each night and discussing the respective principle. But she hasn't celebrated the holiday since.
Tips for hoisting holiday cheer without getting drunk
Staying on the right side of the bubbly, beer or cocktails during the stressful holiday season isn't as easy as munching a few hors d'oeuvres at the top of an evening.
Eat, drink and be wary: For atheists at Christmas, Jesus not the reason for the season
Most atheists participate to some degree in Christmas celebrations, and say they appreciate time spent with family.
'Holidate' your way through the winter dating freeze
Between work functions and holiday mixers, the pressure to be coupled around the holiday season can be disheartening and stressful for singles.
Parents struggle to find balance between happy, healthy for kids during holidays
Many parents are trying to figure out how to have a healthier holiday without depriving their kids of Christmas cookies, potato latkes and other treats.
Office party variations could help end ho-hum gatherings
Before you shout 'Bah, Humbug' at the prospect of another office holiday party, let your boss in on some of the fun options out there.
Holiday Dinner for Dummies: Getting a meal on the table with less stress
First Christmas away from home? First attempt at a holiday dinner? Here are some tips to make a spread like mom used to, even if you have no idea which end of the turkey is up.
Dream themes to beat the holiday party blues
Tired of throwing the same old Christmas party? Check out these five easy tips and turn big, bold, party-theme ideas into a holiday blast.
Don't be a wallflower at your office party
Conquering the holiday office party doesn't just mean keeping track of how much you drink.
30 minutes to a clean holiday entertaining zone
Professional organizer Jane Woolsey shares her down-and-dirty tips to turn a messy home into a holiday party haven in 30 minutes flat.
Chic at home parties can be stress-free and budget-friendly
Ditch the slippers for stilettos; staying in to entertain doesn't have to be any less spectacular than going out.
Avoiding overload: plan ahead to keep fit, stay well during holidays: experts
Breaking a sweat is beneficial beyond just keeping physically fit, particularly during the often hectic festive season.
The Food Dudes go local for a fab holiday feast
Toronto caterers The Food Dudes create a party menu that passes on pretension and packs on the flavour with local, sustainable ingredients.
Food, games, and activities for the perfect Hanukkah party
Hanukkah is a joyful holiday that comes with its own rituals, foods, games, songs and stories. That makes it easy to throw a party.
New LCBO ad reaches out to holiday party hosts
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario has devised a novel way of addressing the problem of drinking and driving during the holidays.
Fa-la-la-la-love? Do's and Don'ts of holiday dating
It's the time of year when people most want that "special someone" but finding love over the holidays doesn't come without its challenges.
Tree growers prepare for higher sales, expect more people to be home for holiday
For some people it's the smell of cinnamon, peppermint or hot apple cider that reminds them of Christmas. For others it's the smell of pine that fills the house when a real Christmas tree is set up next to a crackling fire.
One-fifth of Canadians research news, topics for holiday party chat fodder: survey
Some Canadians are doing more than pulling together an outfit to prep for a holiday party -- they're also boning up on their current events, a new survey finds.
Workplaces scale back parties even with signs of improvement
At O'Keefe Communications, employees will celebrate the holidays this year as they did last, with a potluck in the office rather than dinner at a nice restaurant.
Food and wine stations turning up at holiday home parties, say chefs
The trend to small tasting plates served in restaurants has morphed to private house parties, according to two chef instructors at Liaison College in Kitchener, Ont.
Roll sushi, mix a Mojito or learn to cook - alternatives for the company party
Learn how to make the perfect Mojito, roll sushi like a pro or cook a gourmet feast - at your holiday office party?
Throw a chocolate-tasting cocktail party!
Give the traditional holiday cocktail party a fresh new twist with rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate.
Dinnertime is still family tradition, though with distractions: poll
Pass the gravy -- plus the phone and the remote control. Yet the sit-down, home-cooked family meal is an enduring tradition. And not just on Thanksgiving or other special occasions.
N.S. prepares annual Christmas gift to Boston with tree-cutting
Nova Scotia's annual Christmas gift to Boston will be cut down on Monday.
Pared-back company party still an opportunity for team building
It doesn't have to be a downer when the weak economy forces small businesses to scale back their holiday parties from the big catered or restaurant affairs they held in the past.
Hard to hear at holiday parties? Blame your brain
If you have trouble understanding conversation in a noisy room, you're experiencing what's sometimes called the cocktail party problem.
What to wear? How much to drink at the office party?
Drinking too much at an office holiday party can make you a legend. But it's a legacy that could put you in the hall of shame for years -- or even get you fired.
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