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Impress your guests with holiday etiquette 101 (ARA) - You've spent the entire day in the kitchen cooking the perfect holiday meal. But it's an hour before your guests arrive and you find yourself standing in front of the table listening to that little nagging voice inside your head.

Do the water glasses go to the right or left? What side does the knife go on? Should you go ahead and put food on the table before guests arrive, or wait until everyone gets there?

"We hear from so many panicked people this time of year looking for a crash course in how to set the table and proper manners," says etiquette coach Jill Slatter. "Most of us are stretched so thin juggling work, school and home that we don't have time to sit down together for a proper meal except at the holidays, and then the pressure is on to be perfect."

Slatter is the etiquette expert for Greensboro, N.C.-based Replacements, Ltd., billed as the world's largest retailer of old and new china, silver, crystal and collectibles.

Based on their most frequently asked questions, Slatter shares a holiday etiquette 101 crash course that's sure to help you impress your guests.

Set the perfect table Forks to the left, knives and spoons to the right. The sharp side of the knife blade should be turned toward the dinner plate. Only include utensils in your place setting that will be used for the courses you are serving. "If you're not serving soup or salad, you certainly don't want an extra spoon or fork in your place setting," Slatter says. "Not only will those get in

the way and create extra work for you, the extra utensils may confuse your guests."

The bread plate goes on the left of the dinner plate, glasses on the right.

Wait to pour. Water glasses should be the only glasses filled before your guests arrive. Iced tea, wine and other beverages should be poured once everyone is seated. Wine glasses should be filled halfway, not to the rim.

Salad and bread should be the only food on the table when your guests arrive.

Are you the hostess with the mostest?

Remember, the hostess always sits last.

Passing isn't just in football.

Always pass food around the table counter clockwise to the right and refrain from serving yourself first.

Always pass the salt and pepper as a set, even if you're only asked for one.

Can your guests see each other? Sure those flowers you spent hours arranging for the centerpiece are pretty, but they will only get in the way if your guests have to crane their necks to see each other. Make sure your guests can look over any table adornments.

Be a gracious guest "There is nothing more disruptive than a cell phone ringing at the dinner table," says Slatter. "Turn your phone on vibrate, or better yet, don't even bring it to the table. Holiday gatherings mark the time to enjoy the company of the people you are with, rather See Etiquette, page 8

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Creative ways to preserve family recipes and traditions (ARA) - Whether families are around the corner or across the country, special memories and cherished traditions bring them together. From cooking favorite dishes to re-telling classic family stories, it's important to keep those traditions alive.

Everyone has a favorite recipe they look forward to enjoying at family gatherings. The smell and taste of a special dish can evoke memories from the past or create new ones for younger generations. To preserve your family's special recipes and traditions for generations to come, consider these easy and fun ideas: Create a family cookbook A cookbook full of special family recipes is a wonderful keepsake, and creating your own has never been easier, with a variety of affordable printing and scrapbooking tools available. Ask each family member to share

a favorite recipe for inclusion. Make the book more personal by having each person write a memory that is tied to the recipe or include favorite family photos. You can also capture step-by-step photos of the recipe preparation and finished product, so the next time that you or a distant relative cook the dish, the recipe will yield the perfect result.

Declare official "just for the holidays" recipes Make your grandmother's famous apple pie the official dessert for Thanksgiving, or cook your dad's special banana pancakes every Christmas Eve morning. Tying recipes to a specific holiday helps build traditions and excitement so family members can look forward to enjoying their favorite dishes.

Host a family cooking party What better way to preserve family meals than to plan a family cooking party?

Gather the entire family and work together to prepare several special dishes.

Assign each family member a role to ensure that everyone is involved. Not only will you be working together, but everyone will learn to prepare the recipe themselves.

Make inherited recipes your own Adding your own twist to a family favorite can keep recipes alive for future generations. Modernizing a passed-down dish can also make it See Recipes, page 8

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Make your home glisten with sparkling new holiday craft ideas (ARA) - Time to deck the halls. That's right, as the weather turns cooler, it's time to don that holiday spirit and prepare your home for festivities.

But do your tightened purse strings have you saying "bah humbug?" Luckily, creating exquisite holiday decor can be fun and cost-effective when you do it yourself.

Here are a few amazing holiday craft ideas that are simple and sensational.

Glittered holiday pinecones Create a beautiful centerpiece with items that you might find in your backyard all in less than an hour. Here's what you'll need: pinecones, Krylon Primer and Krylon Glitter Blast glitter spray, fishing line and a drop cloth.

Make sure that the pinecones are clean from dirt and dust, then tie fishing line around the stem of the pinecone. Hang them from above so that all surfaces are accessible with the drop cloth underneath. Next, simply spray a coat of primer and let dry and then spray with your favorite glitter color of Glitter Blast. Soon, you'll have pretty pinecones ready to spruce up any table.

Colorful cones Decorate your home with a festive holiday

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Tips for easy, fun holiday entertaining (ARA) - Entertaining friends and family during the holiday season is as customary as drinking eggnog and opening presents. These gatherings usually involve investigating new - and delicious recipes, decorating the house to the hilt, building the perfect collection of holiday tunes to play and finding fun activities to keep everyone engaged throughout.

The key to successful entertaining over the holidays is preparation. Here are some tips from Mike Wisner, executive chef for kitchen appliance maker LG Electronics USA, to help you throw a great holiday party: * The menu is one of the most important aspects of a holiday gathering. To keep everyone happy with each course, make sure you have something for simple and extravagant tastes.

Cheese, sausages or cured meats and crackers provide you with plenty of options. Also be aware of your guests' food allergies. * Map out your meals a few days in advance and don't feel like you have to cook everything. Cold food items make great hors d'oeuvres. Decide when you want to eat, so you know when to start cooking (or unwrapping) each dish. A double-oven range can make your preparations easier. With two separate ovens that can operate independently at different temperatures, LG's range helps you prepare appetizers and an entree or the entree and dessert at the same time. * Take the opportunity to do as much as you can to prepare in the days leading up to your party. Many food items can be prepared days in advance and only need reheating before serving.

Additionally, things like rolling napkins, decorating, and setting your gathering area can be done well ahead of time. * If you're hosting a gathering with children in attendance, be sure to have some fun movies on hand to keep them entertained. If you want to wow your guests, consider a CINEMA 3D TV and 3D Blu-ray player package from LG. With four sets of polarized glasses and a wide viewing angle, it's perfect for large groups to enjoy the latest 3D releases like "The Lion King," "Captain America" and the "Toy Story" trilogy. Consider throwing favorite holiday shows into the mix to keep the seasonal theme going strong. * Music is always an important element to hosting a successful holiday party. Be sure to make a few playlists beforehand and remember, keep the volume at a level where the music can be heard, but you can still have a conversation. It also helps to have the right speaker system. * Clean up can be the worst part of hosting, especially since most people leave it to the end of the night. It's never a bad idea to clean as you go and use disposable serving items where appropriate. Finally, you'll find that many guests would be happy to lend a hand.

"Pulling off a fun and entertaining holiday party takes work and good planning," Wisner says. "But with the right preparation, friends and family will request an encore party next holiday season." To help out, here's one of the chef's easy recipes for a great holiday appetizer: See Tips, page 12

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Etiquette

Continued from page 2 than ignore them by chatting with someone who's not even there."

Wait for the signal. Your hosts will let you know when it's okay to begin eating. They may offer a blessing or statement or perhaps start by passing a dish.

If you're not sure which utensil to use with each course, start on the outside and work in toward the dinner plate.

If you need to excuse yourself temporarily, gently place your napkin on your chair to indicate you will be coming back.

Signify you're finished with the meal by placing your napkin to the left of the dinner plate, and your fork and knife side by side diagonally across your plate with the sharp side of the knife blade facing inward and the fork tines up.

"Another big question we hear concerns what to do if you accidently

break a piece of the host's dinnerware," adds Slatter. "You should certainly offer to replace the broken piece especially if it has sentimental value for the host or hostess."

Slatter says don't lose hope if your host doesn't know the name of the pattern or the manufacturer; you can always take advantage of Replacements' free pattern identification service.

If you're still in doubt about holiday etiquette 101, help is just a mouse click away. You can watch more of Slatter's tips on Replacements' YouTube channel. You can also find cheat sheets of place setting guides diagramming how to set the table for various meals at the company's website, www.replacements.com. Bon appetit!

Recipes

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more accessible and convenient. Try updating your grandfather's legendary strudel with apple butter you can buy at the store instead of homemade or grill something that is traditionally prepared in the

oven.

There's truly something exceptional about celebrating a cherished family recipe. This fall, the makers of Smucker's(R) jams, jellies, preserves and fruit butters invite families to share special recipes and stories in the fourth annual Spreading Smucker's Traditions Recipe and Essay Contest, for the chance to win $20,000 toward a dream family reunion.

From Sept. 14 to Nov.16, you can share an original family recipe on www.Smuckers.com. Your recipe must incorporate at least 1/4 cup of Smucker's jam, jelly, preserves or fruit butter and should be submitted along with an original essay of 200 words or less about how the recipe is part of family traditions and how it makes your family celebrations special.

Contest open to legal residents of the 50 United States and D.C., 18 years and older. Complete Official Rules available on www.smuckers.com. Void where prohibited.

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A different holiday perspective: It's the little things that matter most (ARA) - The "magic" of the holiday season across the U.S. seems to arrive earlier and earlier each year, and so by late October, many store shelves are already stocked and awaiting excited shoppers. Families snap up Rudolph figures with light-up noses, jolly Santas for front porch displays, and whimsical decorations with which to deck the halls. About that same time, giddy children begin contemplating their gift lists, trying to decide which technology gadget or must-have pair of shoes should go on top. Menus are set, families plan travel and the expectation of a prosperous New Year looms.

And although the holidays are undoubtedly a meaningful and special occasions for those in fortunate situations, it's easy to take for granted that family, gifts and a warm meal will be a part of the celebration.

Chicago-based charitable organization Friends of the Orphans, which supports the network of Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH, Spanish for "Our Little Brothers and Sisters") homes in nine Latin American and Caribbean countries, knows that for the 3,700 children currently in the NPH family, the holidays have a deeper meaning not rooted in extravagant material gifts. Because of all they have endured, these kids have unique perspectives on what the simple pleasures of celebrating the holidays, and every day, mean.

Sadrak, a 6-year-old boy

from Haiti who is now a part of NPH's Angels of Light program which helps disadvantaged children through day camps and food programs, says, "I am from a very poor family so my parents couldn't afford gifts. But, my parents never wanted me to know that, so they helped me make my own toys - like a car

helped in every aspect of life."

She adds, "My hope for Christmas is to be able to finish high school and start university so I can have a good profession."

Mabelyn, an 11-year-old girl from Guatemala, has been at NPH since age 6. And while she vaguely remembers holiday

from a tomato sauce can." This year, however, he is excited about the NPH celebration planned and said, "I can't wait for Christmas to arrive, and to see what Santa Claus might bring!"

Silvia, 18, lost her mother at age 12, and due to her father's extreme poverty, came to NPH Peru to live soon after her mother's death. In the past, Silvia often ate only a single, sparse meal a day, but her years at NPH have transformed her. "There is nothing that we lack. We are supported and

celebrations at home before circumstances dictated that her father send her to NPH, her holidays with her new family have been memorable. "When I think of gifts, I would give a gift to my best friend Lupe, who lives at NPH with me. My wish for Christmas would be to do well in school and complete middle school."

Probably the most poignant wish and one that demonstrates the perspective many of these children have about the holiday comes from 10-year-old Esmeralda from

NPH Mexico. She simply said, "My wish would be to help the little children in the world that don't have a home."

"The biggest lesson we all can learn from these children is how to take a deep breath and express simple gratitude, especially around Christmas, for even the smallest things," says John Iberle, interim executive director of Friends of the Orphans. "As a prosperous country with so much at our fingertips, many of us tend to take things for granted. These children don't. To them, being able to help others, the potential to better themselves in school, or just the arrival of the holiday and the promise of Santa Claus fills them with joy and appreciation."

Friends of the Orphans is quick to point out that the love and support they provide these children to make their holidays memorable is due to the generosity of supporters from around the world. This year, they have created a unique and memorable way donors can help children in need, especially during the holiday season. The 2011 Gift Catalog, at www.friendsoftheorphans.org/Gif tCatalog, allows visitors to learn about the special celebrations in each NPH home, and through donations either in their own names or on behalf of others, provides useful and appreciated gifts to the children.

For more information about Friends of the Orphans, please visit www.friendsoftheorphans.org.

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Celebrate the holidays with travel deals and discounts (ARA) - The holiday season is the perfect time to hit the road and celebrate with loved ones, but travel expenses tend to skyrocket around this busy time of year. With a bit of planning and research, there are many easy ways to save on travel, lodging and activities around the holidays.

As you plan your upcoming trip, take time now to research deals and discounts that can help make your vacation more affordable. Here are a few that can get you started: * Online deal and savings sites such as Groupon, LivingSocial or Yipit are extremely popular and a great way to save money in your local city. However, you can also take advantage of these sites while traveling. Check out the deals offered in your destination city to save money on restaurants and entertainment this holiday season. Often, these can allow your family to take advantage of the attractions without breaking the bank. * When visiting friends and family this holiday season, consider staying at a hotel that provides the comforts of home, while providing extra savings. Hilton Garden Inn is currently offering the Fast Ways to Free Stays promotion through Hilton HHonors.

Members can choose between earning double points per stay or earning a free night certificate after four stays or 10 nights at participating Hilton Garden Inn hotels through the end of the year.

Sleeping in a comfortable hotel bed will ensure your family gets a great night of sleep and is rested for the festivities, without burdening your holiday hosts or your wallet. With more than 525 locations worldwide, Hilton Garden Inn also offers free Wi-Fi for guests allowing you to remain connected without extra costs. * Start searching now for your plane reservations. Look for and book your travel deals on Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons, when airlines tend to reduce fares. Consider being flexible in your travel dates and airport choice. Sometimes you may find better deals when traveling during the middle of the week, rather than over the busy holiday weekend. By avoiding major airports in favor of smaller, local airports, you may find increased availability and lower prices on major airline and budget carriers, with shorter check-in and security lines.

The holidays are a great time to get together with family, especially if you can find special deals and discounts to make the trip more affordable, giving you more money to put toward holiday gifts or activities.

Did You Know?

One theory as to why Americans eat turkey every Thanksgiving dates back to the days of the famed Spanish Armada. That theory states that during the 16th century, Queen Elizabeth was enjoying roast goose during a harvest festival when she was informed the Spanish Armada, on its way to attack England, had sunk. That led the queen to order a second goose for a celebration. This harvest tradition continued when the Pilgrims arrived in America.

However, upon arriving in America, wild turkeys were far more abundant than geese, so the Pilgrims replaced goose with turkey as the main dish during their harvest celebration, a celebration that eventually became known as Thanksgiving.

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Craft

Continued from page 4 cone. Let your imagination run wild with these cheerful creations.

Here's what you may need: various sized foam cones, Glitter Blast glitter spray, scrapbook papers, self-adhesive foam sheet, sequins and pins, ribbon, paste and acrylic jewels.

To start, thoroughly spray the cones with your favorite colors of Glitter Blast and allow to completely dry. Then, follow these guidelines to create three unique versions.

Polka dot cone. Punch out a variety of sizes and colors of circles from scrapbook papers and foam sheets and attach in random patterns to the cone using the paste. Start with largersized circles and gradually

adhere smaller sizes on top.

Finally, pin on 1-inch glitter sequins.

Ribbon cone. Spiral ribbon around cone, anchoring in place with craft glue and craft pins. Cut small snips in the edges so ribbon will lay flat. Glue and pin sequin trim in between the ribbon spirals.

Beaded cone. Using straight pins, pin sequins at random all over the cone. Then use paste to attach flat-backed acrylic jewels in and around the sequins.

To complete the look of each uniquely designed holiday cone, make a hole in the very top of the cone with a pencil point.

Press the neck of a small tree ornament into the hole and secure with a drop of glue. Now you have three beautiful and original cones for a creative and colorful arrangement.

Original ornaments You may have had sticker shock the last time you shopped for holiday ornaments - but luckily with some inspiration from renowned crafter and author, Mark Montano, you can update your tree for almost free when you design your own. Here's what you'll need: eight wooden clothespins, cardboard, scissors, glue, spray paint, large rhinestones, hot glue gun and glue sticks, fishing wire and loose glitter or Glitter Blast glitter spray.

To start, take the clothespins apart and arrange the wood pieces in a starburst pattern with the fat ends of the pieces touching in the center and the skinny ends forming the points. Cut out two 2 1/2 inch cardboard circles.

Glue a cardboard circle in the center of the clothespins and let

it dry. Flip your starburst over, glue the other cardboard circle in the center and let it dry. Next, spray paint the entire ornament in a color of your choice. Cover the cardboard and about half an inch of the surrounding clothespins with glue and sprinkle glitter on top - or use Glitter Blast glitter spray. Flip the starburst over and repeat. When dry, use hot glue to adhere a rhinestone in the center of both sides. For the hanger, fold a 10-inch piece of fishing wire in half and hot glue the ends to one of the clothespins. Once dry, hang on your tree and enjoy.

For more holiday craft ideas from Krylon, visit www.yourholidaystyle.com; for craft ideas from Mark Montano, visit http://markmontanoblogs.blogspo t.com/.

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Tips

Continued from page 5 Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Ingredients: 1 bunch of asparagus 1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto or serrano ham Extra virgin olive oil Balsamic vinegar Directions: After removing one to two inches off the ends of the asparagus, cut into two to three inch lengths. Cook in a large pot of boiling water until they are "al dente." They should still have a slight crunch when bitten. When done, move them to a bowl of ice water to stop further cooking.

Once chilled, remove and pat dry. Wrap each piece in a slice of ham (you can cut large slices in half). Store in an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. These can be prepared up to two days in advance.

To serve: Remove the wrapped asparagus from the refrigerator an hour before serving to allow them to warm up. Preheat broiler on high for five minutes. Place the wrapped asparagus on a baking sheet and then in broiler until the tops are crisped, about two to three minutes. Flip over and repeat for the other side.

Remove from the oven and arrange on a serving tray.

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