15 Sweet Dessert Charcuterie Board Ideas

by Karly WoodOctober 6, 2023

Wait until you see the chocolate fondue board

Move over salami and cheese, there’s a new charcuterie board in town: the dessert charcuterie board! Packed with cookies, chocolate, candy, and more, this sweet treat ups your dessert game in a big way. Wondering how to make a dessert charcuterie platter? Check out our tips on how to get one just right for Halloween.

One of Everything Board

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If you can’t decide on a theme for your dessert board, then… don’t! Pick your favorite sweet treats and present them all to your guests.

Your Favorite Sports Team Dessert Charcuterie Board

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While this particular board is all about the Buffalo Bills, you can fashion your own using themed treats and colors to make it personal. There’s no end to possibilities: NHL, MLB, MLS—you can go all out all year long.

Chocolate Charcuterie Board

chocolate dessert charcuterie with stawberries — Modern Honey

Chocoholics unite! This cocoa-inspired dessert board is one for the senses. The rich colors make it a great holiday option, or even for a mom's night out.

Get all the details at Modern Honey.

Movie Night

Movie night just got a whole lot better. This film-themed board brings your fave cinema treats to your fingertips, with options like popcorn, licorice, and gummy bears, all you have to do is press "play."

Head to Simply Made Recipes to get all the inspiration.

Chocolate Fondue Board

valentines's day dessert charcuterie — The BakerMama

Cookies, rice krispie treats, fruit—oh, my! This chocolate fondue board is full of ooey-gooey deliciousness that is just as fun to eat as it is to put together.

Check out The BakerMama to get the recipe.

Dainty Donut Board

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Muted-colored food never looked so gorgeous. This baby shower-worthy dessert board has meringues, donuts, chocolate, and fruit—the perfect combo you want in a jaw-dropping spread.

Get inspired by following The Manchester Platter Company.

Rainbow Charcuterie Board

rainbow dessert charcuterie board — Jenny Cookies

You can truly taste the rainbow with this colorful dessert charcuterie board. Sweet circular cookies are paired with coordinating sprinkles and candy for an eye-popping dessert you can't resist.

Head over to Jenny Cookies for all the details.

Ice Cream Sundae Board

ice cream dessert charcuterie — The Baker Mama

Why have we never thought of this? Prep for a sweet sundae board by stocking it up with ice cream and all the toppings you can dream of.

Head to The Baker Mama to see all the details.

Easter Dessert Board

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Hop on into spring with this sweet board packed with bunny-themed treats. Whether you create this for Easter Sunday or for a class party, everyone will want a little bit of this spread.

Valentine's Day Grazing Board

valentine's day dessert charcuterie — Domestikated Life

Who needs a fancy dinner when you can dig into this Valentine's Day Grazing board? Packed with salty and sweet treats, the colorful candies tie in the holiday of love perfectly.

Head to Domestikated Life for all the details.

Birthday Dessert Board

Goodbye, birthday cake. Hello, birthday dessert charcuterie! Everyone at your party will find something to love with this diverse spread. Pack with the best treats that birthdays have to offer, from cookies and cupcakes to donuts and chocolate-dipped fruit (with sprinkles, of course!).

Check out The BakerMama for easy instructions.

Sweetheart Dessert Board

This dessert charcuterie board is the perfect way to say "I love you." Pack with your fave cookies, and chocolate fruit—and don't forget those conversation hearts!

Head to A Pumpkin & A Princess for all the instructions.

St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Board

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With a little luck, you can pull this together in no time. We especially love the candy kebobs and the Lucky Charms on the side!

S'mores Charcuterie Board

s'mores dessert charcuterie — Aubrey Swan Blog

This board will have you wanting s'more and s'more! Load up with all the fixin's then head out for a warm summer night around the fire.

Be sure to check out Aubrey Swan Blog for all the instructions.

Armenian New Year’s Dessert Board

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Celebrate the New Year with lots of sweet and savory foods found in this Armenian dessert board. There’s something for everyone, including baklava, gata, Greek koorabia, Bird’s milk cake, fruits and nuts.

11 Easy Charcuterie Boards to Make This Summer

by Karly WoodMay 17, 2023

Oh, hello hamburger charcuterie board

Ready to amp up your summer soiree? Say hello to the charcuterie board! From dessert and holiday platters to the ever-popular birthday board, these varietal trays make mealtime fun. We’ve rounded up some of the best summer charcuterie board ideas, like a hamburger board, summer fruit platter, and of course, a s’mores board. Keep scrolling!

Simple Summer Charcuterie Board

Kick the summer off with this simple charcuterie board. It boasts a gorgeous color palette, and easy-to-find ingredients and is the perfect way to embrace the laid-back vibes of the season.

Get the full details at Diary of a Debutante.

Summer Stone Fruit Cheese Platter

summer charcuterie board — Fork in the Road

Summer fruit is featured in all its glory in this stunning board! Grab all the peaches, nectarines, and cherries you can find to arrange with sides like honey and cheese.

Make sure you check out Fork in the Road for even more info!

Summer Grazing Board

There's a little bit of everything on this board. Perfect for backyard gatherings in between meals, pile this charcuterie array with meats, nuts, fruit, and spreads to keep everyone happy until it's BBQ time.

Check out Pizzazzerie for all the instructions.

Grilled Steak Charcuterie

Grab a napkin because this steak charcuterie board is mouth-watering! This BBQ-based platter is easily customizable, packed with steak and your fave veggies.

Head to Beautiful Eats & Things for all the details.

Hot Dog Charcuterie Board

Dinner is served! This haute hot dog board is going to be the hit at all your backyard BBQs this summer. Cook up some dogs and pack in the toppings!

Check out Miss in the Kitchen to see all the instructions.

Grilled Charcuterie Board with Mini Skewers

A little more on the fancy side, this grilled skewer board still equals charcuterie fun. Toss some kabobs on the barbie then prep some savory sauces for the ultimate meal.

Check out Whitney Bond for the recipes.

Summer Hamburger Board

Step aside hamburger bar—there's a new charcuterie board in town. This enormous hamburger board boasts plenty of toppings and sides to make the most epic and fun dinner.

Head to The Reluctant Entertainer for all the ways to make your own,

Ice Cream Sundae Board

Why have we never thought of this? Prep for a sweet sundae board by stocking it up with ice cream and all the toppings you can dream of.

Head to The Baker Mama to see all the details.

Movie Night

Movie night just got a whole lot better. This film-themed board brings your fave cinema treats to your fingertips, with options like popcorn, licorice and gummy bears, all you have to do is press "play."

Head to Simply Made Recipes to get all the inspiration.

S'mores Charcuterie Board

This board will have you wanting s'more and s'more! Load up with all the fixings, then head out for a warm summer night around the fire.

Be sure to check out Aubrey Swan Blog for all the instructions.

Patriotic Charcuterie Board

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Whether it’s for Memorial Day or the 4th of July, this fun red, white, and blue charcuterie board will give you plenty of ideas for a festive displays.

17 Easy Breakfast & Brunch Ideas That Are Perfect for Easter Sunday

by Gabby CullenMarch 23, 2022

So you’re keeping the Easter egg hunt uber-local (ahem, in your house or backyard) this year, which means you’re probably looking for recipes and ideas for an Easter breakfast or bunch, too. Lucky for you, we love easy recipes for great food, so we went ahead and rounded up a few awesome ideas that are easy to whip up at home. From french toast and pancake recipes to how to make a perfect omelet and even a casserole that you can make in the Crock Pot, here are our favorite Easter breakfast and brunch recipes.

Overnight Cranberry Orange French Toast Casserole

French toast is a classic breakfast, but this overnight recipe from Kristine's Kitchen adds so much flavor and makes it easier. This recipe is just what your Easter Sunday needs.

Sausage and Veggie Bake

This sausage and veggie back from One Lovely Life is a delicious brunch recipe for Easter, but it's also a fantastic way to use up veggies that you need to use up.

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast

For Easter Sunday, it's never a bad idea to up the ante on a breakfast and brunch classic. Think French toast sandwiches filled with a cream cheese-strawberry jam mix, topped with fresh strawberries and syrup. Get the recipe from Boulder Locavore.

The Perfect Omelet

Making the perfect omelet is no easy feat, but when you consider how easy it is to make one exactly how everyone at home like it made, it's worth the effort. Luckily, popular food blog Weelicious has an easy tutorial video to help you make it happen.

Pancakes

Who doesn't love pancakes? Lucky for you, we've got a great selection of pancake recipes, so you can choose the one that your family will love best. See them here.

Bacon Puff Pinwheels

Cheese, pastry dough, bacon? What else is there in life? These bacon pinwheel apps are the perfect addition to your main sweet breakfast recipe. Get the recipe from Eat Well 101.

Ham and Leek Quiche

A quiche sounds fancy, but it's one of the easiest brunch recipes around. We especially love this ham and leek version that even picky eaters will enjoy. Check out this kid-friendly recipe from chef Jacques Pépin, and be prepared to add it to your regular brunch recipe rotation.

Waffle Breakfast Board

How gorgeous is this waffle board? From the berries to the yogurt and homemade granola, our mouths are watering now! Find out what you need to know to pull this off over at Sandra's Easy Cooking.

Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole

Even those of you who claim to avoid the kitchen at all costs can pull off this Crock Pot Breakfast Casserole. Filled with kid-friendly ingredients like tater tots, sausage and eggs, the hardest part will be to remember to get this ready to go and turned on the night before, as it takes up to 10 hours to cook.

Easy Banana Bread

This tried and true recipe for banana bread is a favorite with our entire team. Pair it with bacon, eggs, a casserole or pretty much whatever your family likes for brunch and call it a day. Grab the recipe here.

Make-Ahead Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches

If the thought of whipping up a full breakfast or brunch for the family sounds exhausting, how about an easy make-ahead recipe for croissant breakfast sandwiches? From Damn Delicious, these yummy concoctions can be popped into the freezer and pulled out why the kids are on the hunt.

Simple Deviled Eggs

If you've decided to go more lunch instead of breakfast for Easter Sunday, then your meal won't be complete without a dish of the ever-iconic deviled eggs. We've got the perfect recipe for you, click here to see what you'll need.

Spring Salmon Salad Platter

This salmon salad platter from The View from Great Island almost looks too good to eat! What we really love though, is that the options for what you add to your salad platter is endless. Use what veggies you have on hand, what you've gotten from your produce box, or what the Farmer's Market has on special.

Strawberry Apple Crisp

A warm crisp right out of the oven is the perfect complement for a savory brunch menu. We love this strawberry-apple version.

Chiles Rellenos Strata

Fancy up your go-to strata by whipping up this Chiles Rellenos version from Kitchen Treaty. Filled with yummy ingredients like eggs, jack and cheddar cheese, and of course, green chiles, if you've got picky eaters at home, be sure to check out the option without spicy chorizo.

Scrambled Egg Brunch Bread

We just can imagine our kids tearing into this yummy egg bread! From start to finish, it'll be done in under an hour, and there's an option to swap the ham for bacon. Here's a meal-prep tip: Assemble your bread the night before, so it's ready to pop in the oven on Easter morning. Get the recipe from It's a Keeper.

Challah French Toast with Berries

We are drooling over this Challah French Toast with berries from Boulder Locavore. The Challah bread makes this dish light and airy, and, since Passover occurs nearly at the same time as Easter, it's easier to find this bread. Don't want to bother hunting it down? Try the overnight french toast casserole instead.

—Taylor Clifton & Gabby Cullen

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The New Spring Line from Hearth & Hand Has Us Planning Our Next Target Run

by Karly WoodJanuary 17, 2022

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It’s time for the Hearth and Hand spring refresh at Target! Joanna Gaines fans will be delighted to know the designer just released a fresh lineup of up Easter and spring-friendly home goods, and even an adorable collection of wood toys for the kids.

There are over 300 new products, most of which are already available to shop online and your local Target store. Keep scrolling to see our faves for this year.

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Distressed Stripe Stoneware Pitcher

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Round Footed Wood Serve Stand

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Coming in several sizes is perfect for desserts, appetizers or even for use as a display piece.

Hearth and Hand Target Spring Collection Wash Your Hands Sign

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Thanks to the pandemic, every household needs one of these adorable signs which is equal parts funny and functional.

Speckled Stoneware Exposed Rim Egg Tray

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Amp up your Easter gathering with this adorable speckled egg tray.

Hearth and Hand Target Spring Collection Toppling Tower

Toppling Tower Wood Blocks Game

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Cute enough to put on display, but functional enough to actually play with, this timeless wood toy comes with 48 pieces and is great for kids four and older.

—Karly Wood

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Creating a Monster Cake for My Little Monster

By Maggie Rosberg

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

August 21, 2021

So, for my little monster’s second birthday she got a MONSTER (shocking) pajama party. Complete with monster paper dolls, sock monster favors, and, of course, a monster cake! It couldn’t be a monster party without a monster cake.

What you will need to create your own monster cake:

a round cake pan
a cake mix or a homemade one frosting, dyed to your desired color
sixlets, in your chosen color/s
paper eyeballs
wooden skewers
hot glue gun & glue stick

For my eyeballs, I used Photoshop Elements to create what I was looking for. I created one orange and one pink, those were our party colors. I went with only two eyeballs for my monster; but you could definitely add or subtract from this, there are no rules when it comes to monsters!

Once I was done I printed them out, glued them to some grey cardstock to make them sturdier, and then hot glued them to two wooden skewers. With them attached to the skewers, I can just poke them into the finished cake wherever and however I choose.

I used a 7 inch round cake pan, you can use whatever size or shape suits you and your monster needs. As I said with the eyeballs, there are no rules when it comes to monsters!

I used box cakes and store bought frosting because baking is not always my strong suit, and, honestly, it is just simpler. I first dyed my frosting a light pink so that the bits that could be seen would match. Then I baked, I cooled, I frosted, I stacked, I frosted the rest and then the real fun began.

I got out my massive amount of orange and pink sixlets and started covering the cake. I started in the middle of the top and worked my way out and then down the sides. I picked the two colors at random, just reached in and pulled out. You could easily make a pattern out of it if that’s what you want.

It was tedious; but, eventually, the cake was covered in the sixlets and looking like a scaly, bumpy, pink, and orange monster. I situated it on the platter, poked the eyes into place, and voila!

There was singing, wish-making followed by cake slicing and eating!

I also made cupcakes, as the cake was not very big, and I always love to make too much. I made smaller eyeballs and hot glued them to toothpicks for the cupcakes. The cake ones would have been oddly huge on the cupcakes.

Original: blissfully creating

Maggie Rosberg

Tinybeans Voices Contributor

I'm a stay-at-home mother of three amazing kids. My days are filled with bus stops, cleaning food off the walls, changing diapers and tackling the perpetual mountain of laundry. And I wouldn't trade it for anything!

Celebrate National Cookie Day with Cheryl’s Cookies & Harry & David

by Jennifer SwartvagherDecember 3, 2020

National Cookie Day is the perfect day to indulge in a sweet treat. Cheryl’s Cookies and Harry & David are celebrating in delicious ways. They are offering seasonal flavors and festive gifts to creative ways to enjoy these gourmet delights in the comfort of home.

Harry & David® Christmas Cookie Collection

photo: Harry & David

Cookie lovers can savor the season with holiday favorites from cocoa sugar and black cherry chocolate to gingerbread and dark chocolate-covered peppermint. These cookies will excite taste buds all around.

photo: Cheryl’s Cookies

The countdown to Christmas begins with the brand new and exclusive Advent Calendar Cookie Box, the tastiest way for families to connect with one another and be merry.

photo: Cheryl’s Cookies

The magic of cookies can be delivered right to loved ones’ doorsteps with endless delicious gift ideas. For the little ones, send a buttercream frosted cut-out cookie card or elevate reading time with a big book of Christmas cookies. Big kids can also enjoy a sweet surprise with a ceramic station wagon cookie jar and a tower of cookies.

Harry & David® The Big Book of Christmas Cookies

photo: Harry & David

Cookie artisans can reinvent the traditional cookie platter by crafting an Instagram and Pinterest-worthy holiday cookie board. Using gourmet cookies as the foundation, this dessert tray can be personalized with a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.

photo: Harry & David

Starting today, Fri., Dec. 4 to Sun., Dec. 6, the National Cookie Day Sampler Box from Cheryl’s Cookies is on sale for $9.99 and includes free delivery. This assortment arrives with six popular cookie flavors and a $10 reward card to use on your next purchase.

Cheryl's Cookies National Cookie Day Sampler

photo: Cheryl’s Cookies

—Jennifer Swartvagher

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Pepperidge Farm Delivers Cookies This Holiday Season

by Jennifer SwartvagherDecember 1, 2020

You may not be able to host your traditional cookie swap this year, but you can still delight in a wide assortment of sweet treats. Pepperidge Farm cookies are here to help sweeten the season with a special mix of holiday favorites. In honor of National Cookie Day on Dec. 4th, the brand is gifting fans exclusive holiday cookie kits including five classic Pepperidge Farm cookie varieties along with a custom-made cookie platter as artfully crafted as the cookies it was created to hold.

This holiday season, set your oven to 0 degrees for 0 minutes, arrange the cookies in their designated places on the platter and share pics with friends and family before digging in to get that cookie swap feel, no baking necessary!

The Pepperidge Farm holiday cookie kit includes a one-of-a-kind cookie platter divided into five sections, each section corresponding to a classic Pepperidge Farm cookie variety: Mint Brussels, Double Milk Chocolate Milano, Chessmen, Snowball and Candy Cane Milano. Simply assemble the cookies neatly in their respective places on the platter, dress it up to your liking (add cranberries, raspberries and strawberries for a bright pop of color or rosemary sprigs and peppermint sticks for a more festive touch), gift it to a friend or snuggle up and dig in.

On National Cookie Day Friday, Dec. 4 at 8 a.m. ET, fans can visit PepperidgeFarmDeliversCookies.fooji.com to enter for a chance to receive a Pepperidge Farm holiday cookie kit of their very own. Fans should act fast because kits are available first-come, first-served, while supplies last! Be sure to check out @PepperidgeFarm on Instagram starting December 4th for cookie charcuterie designs and inspiration featuring your seasonal favorites.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Pepperidge Farm

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Ultimate Holiday Family Movie Night

by #MomLifeNovember 24, 2020

Amanda Simkin

A former teacher turned writer, Amanda's passion is sharing relevant & helpful info for Chicagoland parents like herself so they can stress less and enjoy life more.

Between stay-at-home orders and chilly weather, there is no better time to get the family together to cuddle up on the couch with some popcorn to enjoy a movie. Read on for how to put a festive spin on an ordinary family activity and upgrade it to the Ultimate Holiday Family Movie Night at Home. With just a few essentials, you can create the perfect, cozy Christmas-themed night at home that will undoubtedly become a favorite holiday tradition.

Matching Family Pajamas
Twinning and Winning this Holiday Season

Every year Target’s Wondershop offers a wide range of holiday pajamas for EVERYONE (including fur babies) in your family. Thanks to these Holiday Buffalo Check Fleece Matching Family Pajamas your can be twinning and winning this holiday season.

Soft Blankets
It’s Snuggle Season

Move over, sweater weather—it’s SNUGGLE season. The key to a great family cuddle session is a cuddly blanket that is big enough for everyone in your family to enjoy. This Ulsta Fair Isle Throw is a favorite because of its stylish and soft sweater pattern.

Movie Inspired Slippers
Wear Your Heart on Your Feet

Love to giggle along with Buddy? Secretly cheer on the Grinch’s crazy antics? Prefer classic characters like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer instead? No matter your preference, wear your heart on your feet through these cute and cozy holiday movie-inspired slippers. My personal favorite? Elf, of course!

Christmas Platter
Because Calories Don’t Count at Christmas

Charcuterie boards are ALL THE RAGE right now so why not make a Christmas-themed candy charcuterie platter? This festive Holiday Parade Melamine Platter is a great serving board as it is sturdy enough to withstand candy-fueled kiddos and is large enough to hold a variety of holiday treats.

Popcorn Maker
Popped with Love
Fact: You can’t watch a movie without popcorn. Popping your own popcorn with a Table Top Popcorn Maker is a fun family activity by itself and don’t forget to add some toppings from your candy charcuterie platter!

Christmas Mugs
Enjoy a Cup of Comfort

Holiday-themed mugs are the prefect vessels for your popcorn and other holiday treats because of their handles and small sizes so you don’t totally overindulge before bedtime. You can’t go wrong with any holiday-themed character mug like a Santa, Gingerbread, or Christmas Tree!

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Elf Holiday Pull-On Slipper Socks

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Holiday Parade Melamine Platter

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Nostalgia 2.5-Ounce Tabletop Kettle Popcorn Maker

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Fact: You can’t watch a movie without popcorn. Popping your own popcorn with a Table Top Popcorn Maker is a fun family activity by itself and don’t forget to add some toppings from your candy charcuterie platter!

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4 Simple Cranberry Crafts That Won’t Bog You Down

by Amber GuetebierNovember 23, 2020

Cranberries make their appearance as a side dish staple this time of year, but we think they are the perfect ingredient for adding festive holiday color to your table and decor. The following cranberry craft projects are all easy and quick—which makes them perfect for enlisting the kiddos. Plus most of them are super cheap to make. Read on for our crantastic list.

5-Minute Holiday Luminaries

When you want something stunning for your centerpiece but want to buy almost nothing, check out these five-minute luminaries from Kim Demmon of Today’s Creative Life. With just a few items, this simple (and simply amazing) candle project can be on your table or mantle. Get the kiddos in on this one, they will shine with pride when it’s done. Skip on over to Today’s Creative Life to get the full tutorial.

Mini Cranberry Wreath Place Cards

Holiday gatherings mean plenty of table guests and we found the perfect festive detail by Liz Stanley at Say Yes. These fresh cranberry mini-wreaths will delight your guests and we think they’d make perfect ornaments for any tree, too. Click here to check out the how-to steps at Say Yes.

Cranberry Shapes

Going for the classic canned cranberry sauce this year? Kick your tradition up a notch with a perfectly festive and super easy twist: just slice the cranberry sauce as usual and then use small cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Stars, hearts, holiday trees or even little people can all become part of the meal. This is a great idea for the kid’s table, too. Serve on a pretty platter and bam! You've got whimsy on a dish (and a dime).

Classic Cranberry Garland

String the fun along with a simple popcorn and cranberry garland that can be draped over a centerpiece or used as decor along a wall, mantel or on your holiday tree. You can even use it for outdoor decoration/snack for the birdies. For the easy how-to click here. We love the idea of subbing Cheerios for popcorn, which can be easier for little chubby fingers to string.

—Amber Guetebier

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Red Lobster Is Selling Gift Boxes of Cheddar Bay Biscuits This Holiday Season

by Jennifer SwartvagherNovember 9, 2020

The holiday season may look different this year. We can still enjoy the comfort foods we are all craving. Red Lobster is serving up this year’s hottest gift with the release of limited-edition festive gift boxes filled with Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

Starting Nov. 16, give the gift of everyone’s favorite indulgence by ordering a half-dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits To Go from RedLobster.com, which can be picked up in restaurant or conveniently sent to the recipient’s (or your) door, via touchless delivery, where available. For $1 more, guests can select Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits in the limited-edition, festive gift box from the Biscuits & Extras section of the online ordering page of the website, while supplies last.

“Whether you’re searching for a unique gift to give a loved one you can’t physically be with, or looking to reward yourself for finishing a tough year strong, our Cheddar Bay Biscuit gift boxes are guaranteed to serve up some much-needed warmth and comfort this holiday season,” said Deanna Kotch, Vice President of Marketing, Red Lobster.

The crave doesn’t have to stop there. Red Lobster is also offering a variety of new Holiday Party Platters available To Go or for delivery. Enjoy guest favorites like Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, Signature Shrimp Cocktail, Walt’s Favorite Shrimp as well as new Holiday Party Platters including Chilled Holiday Seafood Platter and the Shrimp Lover’s Holiday Platter.

For those looking to fuel up after a long day of shopping and online deal hunting, Red Lobster has rolled out new craveable menu items, likeKung Pao Noodles with Fried Lobster, Crispy Shrimp or Chicken, Sesame-Soy Salmon Bowl and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Appetizer. Guests can also celebrate the return of Signature Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and Hand-Breaded Calamari, plus Triple Chocolate Brownie Whole Pan and Crispy Brussels Sprouts, available for dine-in or To Go, for curbside pickup, where available, or touchless delivery directly from RedLobster.com.

“There are so many great ways to enjoy seafood as part of your holiday celebration this year, no matter what that celebration might look like,” said Kotch. “Whether you’re looking to enjoy a date night out or gather with family at home for the holidays, we’ve got you covered with a variety of choices sure to meet your needs.”

Throughout the holiday season, earn points for dining, including through To Go and delivery orders, and redeem tasty rewards by signing up for Red Lobster’s free loyalty program, My Red Lobster Rewards℠. To learn more, please visit https://www.redlobster.com/rewards.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Red Lobster

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