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It’s officially cold outside. Like, officially can’t-feel-your-hands cold. After a full day of skiing, snowboarding, or just watching snow fall outside, there’s nothing better than a warm mug of hot chocolate. But not just any hot chocolate — BOOZY hot chocolate. Here’s one of our favorite recipes that’s made in a crockpot, so you’ll have plenty to share (or not, we’re not judging). Ingredients: 2 (4-oz.) pkgs. Ghiradelli semi-sweet chocolate baking squares½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder½ cup sugar1 Tbsp. vanilla extract1 cup heavy cream6 cups whole milk1 cup Baileys® Irish Cream Directions: 1. Break up the chocolate squares and add the...

Hosting or attending a friendsgiving this year? Very exciting. Some would even suggest that friendsgiving is actually more exciting than one’s traditional Thanksgiving. So let’s make sure yours is the best one possible. Simple etiquette comes with hosting or attending a friendsgiving, and when followed properly, these rules will ensure that the event does not disappoint. Hosting? You’re doing the turkey. No questions asked. It’s not easy for one of your guests to make and transport the turkey. It’s just common knowledge that the host covers the meat. Just make sure your turkey is the right size to feed all...

So, you've never been skiing before? You have, and hung out in the lodge drinking spiked hot cocoa the whole time? And now you're ready to brave the slopes yourself? Well, in that case, you’ll want to listen up to these top five tips we’ve gathered in order to not make the same mistakes of those beginners who have gone before you. Emerge on that mountainside prepared and equipped to have the best ski trip ever… even if you and the snow get very closely acquainted after a fall or two. It happens. Mistake #1: Not wearing the right gear...

Winter is almost here! As the temperatures start to drop, we’re getting ready to pull out our sweaters and beanies — and, BOY, are we excited. Whether it’s rain, wind, or snow, it can take a whole closet to get you ready for all of the winter elements. But protecting yourself from the outdoors takes more than just clothing! Here are a few products that can help you stay warm, safe, and happy this upcoming ski season. Phoozy Yes, that is an abbreviation for phone koozie and we are very into it. No one wants to take a break from...

If you’d rather spend less time reading, and more time skiing, then here’s what you need to know if you’d rather skip sunburn, windburn, dry skin and a dull, drained look — get your hands on some Ski Balm before you hit the slopes. It prevents all four of those issues so you’ll look great atop those snowy mountains. If you’re interested in why those pesky things happen when you spend all day skiing or snowboarding, keep reading.   The problem? Windburn Windburn should be at the top of your list of concerns during an action-packed ski trip, yet it still...