Planning
The business of holiday survival
more.caHit your limit for seasonal stress? We turn to 4 business gurus for tips to get through the home stretch of holiday management.
Dinner party tips
more.caCanadian cooking impresario Bonnie Stern teaches us to entertain with style and sanity
Christmas on a budget: How to survive the holidays with cash to spare
canadianliving.comChristmas doesn't have to mean going into debt. Here's our guide to celebrating Christmas on a budget.
6 ways to get in the holiday spirit
canadianliving.comFining it hard to get in the mood this year? Here's six ways to catch Christmas fever.
10 dos and don'ts forChristmas
canadianliving.comProfessional tips to keep your sanity intact on the biggest eating holiday of the year.
Christmas Party Cocktail Menu
thatsthespirit.comLearn how to create fun and fancy cocktail menus for your next holiday party. Includes visual examples and step-by-step instructions.
How to explain to your kids who Santa Claus really is
canadianliving.comRead how one mother explains the mystery behind Christmas to her son.
25 easy-to-follow tips for healthy holiday eating
canadianliving.comThe holiday season is full of calorie-laden temptations! Here are our nutrition expert's strategies for festive feasting.
How to avoid overeating at holiday parties
canadianliving.comA nutritionist tells you how to celebrate without eating too much over the holiday season.
Quiz: Test your holiday stress!
more.caAbout to tear your hair out? Or are you feeling the zen. Take the quiz!
How to throw a wine-tasting party
more.caThrow a memorable holiday event: A wine-tasting party is easier than you think. Our expert shows you how to serve up the perfect tasting part
Essay: Party-planning perils
homemakers.comAfter too much grief from playing the role of party hostess, Jocelyn Laurence decides her best bet for happy hosting is to party like it's 1979.
Essay: Who's the turkey here?
homemakers.comTrying -- and failing -- to cook the turkey meal can keep you from ever having company back for dinner during the holidays.
Holiday eating: truths and errors
homemakers.comIf you're concerned about gaining weight over the holidays, you must read this. A dietitian helps to debunk stubborn holiday food myths.
Holiday party invitations
homemakers.comAre you throwing a holiday party this year? Keep your costs down by printing free, personalized party invitations.
Gossip girl: Holiday party do's and don'ts
ellecanada.comAvoid being the talk of the office after an unfortunate display at the holiday party!
Your most nutritious holiday ever!
canadianliving.comThe festive season is soon to be upon us again, but don't run for ye olde elastic-waist pants yet!
10 gifts for the holiday party hostess
styleathome.comWhatever the occasion, we have the 10 perfect gifts to give the party hostess this holiday season.
How to: Create a holiday wrapping station
styleathome.comKeep necessities ready to roll with a beautiful, functional gift-wrapping station and you'll package up the season in style!
Holiday entertaining ideas
homemakers.comHere's your guide to seamless party planning and easy holiday entertaining. From menus and recipes, to advice on being the best hostess you can be, don't invite anyone over for holiday fun before consulting these articles.
Holiday party planning 101
ellecanada.comPull off the swankest of parties with this short but stylish list of hosting dos and don'ts.
Survive the holidays solo
ellecanada.comHearing single bells this year? Thrive solo with our tips to navigate the holidays.
Holiday entertaining survival guide
styleathome.comBreeze through the year's busiest season with style and grace.
Wine & spirits: Holiday bar prep
styleathome.comGet set for seasonal entertaining with our guide to preparing your holiday bar. Ready, set, entertain!
Holiday theme parties
styleathome.comUp the 'wow' factor at your next holiday fete by throwing a party with a theme.
Home organization 101: Holiday cleanup
styleathome.comChristmas is over, and now it's time to refresh your home. Get organized with these home organizing tips.
Home organization 101: Holiday hot spots
styleathome.comGet your home (and yourself) ready for Christmas in no time at all with this efficient approach.
Organizing 101: Countdown to Christmas
styleathome.comMake your holiday preparations as pleasurable as possible with our helpful checklist.
Organizing 101: Holiday Wrap-up
styleathome.comWhen the holiday rush is over, take the time to get your wrapping paper, stationery, gift cards and address books in order.
Organizing 101: 30 holiday clutter busters
styleathome.comGet organized for the holidays (and throughout the year) with our clutter-busting, time-saving, space-maximizing tips.
