Amy LOVES the holidays, but John and some of the people they interviewed have a few pet peeves, like the stress of buying gifts. What are your holiday pet peeves? Leave a comment below....
What's the best holiday gift you've ever received? Amy and John share touching stories of their favorite holiday gift memories. What's your favorite holiday gift memory? Leave a comment below....
DEAR AMY VS. JOHN: I need some help/ advice on how to break-up with someone. Here's the deal: I'm 33, and I've been seeing this girl, "Liz," 30, since August. It started out as a very casual, fun thing, but...
Here are a few ways to get you into the holiday mood.By Amy Kean and John D. SchwartzAMY: I love Christmas! But it almost feels like it's been sort of...cancelled this year. Sure, there are still some pretty decorations in...
Should I allow my ex to take my kids away?By Amy Kean and John D. SchwartzDEAR AMY VS. JOHN: I'm a divorced mother, 37, of two boys (7and 9). I have primary custody, but my ex gets them for one...
Four playfully retro gift-wrap pairings for the holidays.If you ask me, what's going outside the box is just as important as what's going in it, which is why every year I spend as much time (if not more) selecting the...
After spending years running around like a chicken with his head cut off to create THE perfect Christmas meal for his loved ones, Khalil vows to take a chill pill and relax this year. By Khalil Hymore Okay, so I'd...
Since he is not really "feeling" Christmas this year--Khalil looks to Hanukkah for some winter holiday cheer.By Khalil HymoreIs it just me or is Christmas feeling a little lackluster this year? I'm not sure if it is the economy or...
Celebrate Hanukkah with Khalil's delicious donuts.Lemon Glazed DonutsMakes 12 donuts1 pound frozen white bread dough, thawed6 cups vegetable oil1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract...
Khalil and his best pal Alyssa create a holiday playlist to bake to and debate the finer points of Christmas music magic. By Khalil HymoreI can always count on my friend Alyssa to accompany me on many a "nerdy" outing....
To herald the Jewish New Year, Khalil agrees to prepare a Rosh Hashanah dinner for 25! Oy Vey! By Khalil Hymore A visit to the Berkshires, in Western Massachusetts, is usually a time for rest and relaxation, but this past...
The holiday season has begun, and we all know what that means: treats, travel, and the opportunity to spend time--a lot of time--with family. By Meagan FrancisWhile breaking bread with loved ones is a wonderful ritual, pregnancy can complicate...
On having your cake and eating it, too!by Kevin ValluzziYes, it's that time of year: holiday weight gain! I know some of you have already succumbed to the pressure at the office parties, get-togethers with friends, etc. And I bet...