Most Loved: Valentine's Day Drinks

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What’s your Valentine’s Day guilty pleasure? Tweet us @natashankpr. 

Most Loved: Valentine’s Day Drinks

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What’s your Valentine’s Day guilty pleasure? Tweet us @natashankpr. 

The IT List: January 23

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The third week of January is often said to be the most depressing time of the year… And although science says otherwise, we’ll take any excuse to surround ourselves with things that make us happy – family, friends and a bit of retail therapy!

Nail art has hit the mainstream and we love the looks designed by essie Canada’s Lead Nail Artist, Rita Remark at World MasterCard Fashion Week. [Cosmetics Magazine]

We fell in love with Bourbon in 2012 and we don’t plan on ending this affair anytime soon. Winter 2013 and it’s keeping us warm on the rocks.  Looking ahead we can expect some Wild Turkey 81 cocktails on a summer patio and a rustic sip or two in the fall. [Wedding Bells]

Feeling a bit blue after the holidays? Nothing says mid-winter pick me up like fashion-inspired cocktails featuring favourites SKYY Vodka, Aperol, Frangelico and bottlegreen. [Fashion Magazine]

We’ve already shown our love for stila’s Sparkle Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner in Electric green. It’s the perfect shade to rock Pantone’s Colour of the Year – Emerald and we’re glad [Flare] loves it too!

Still holding onto a few unwanted gifts from the holidays? Chances are, if the purchaser bought them online, they can still be returned! One of the best return policies, we’ve heard of? SHOP.CA’s 365 day return promise. [Globe and Mail]

Skiing is the one outdoor activity we actually look forward to during January! Explore the slopes and relax in the chalet decked out in Hi-Tec’s New Moon Boots. Comfort and style, we’ll take it! [Sweat Equity Magazine]

How do you beat the January blues? Tweet us @natashankpr!

NKPR's Holiday Gift Guide: Holiday Entertaining

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No Holiday season is complete without parties and events to fill your weekends and evenings. Whether you’re hosting or attending, we suggest that you keep these essentials fully stocked all season long!

bottlegreen Ginger & Lemongrass ‘Enjoy Hot’ Cordial

Because: Warm up this winter with bottlegreen’s range of ‘Enjoy Hot’ Cordials in Spiced Berry and Ginger & Lemongrass flavours. Simply add to hot water and enjoy!

DAVIDsTEA Winter Collection

Because: We know you want to warm up with a cup of dessert inspired tea like Cookie Dough or Banana Dream Pie. Or indulge in a little nostalgia with returning fan faves Chocolate Chili Chai and Alpine Punch. Or recover from your holiday feasting with a soothing cup of Cocomint cream.

SKYY Vodka Holiday Glogg

Because: This recipe is a holiday party essential; not only is it easy to make but it is a guaranteed party pleaser!

Ingredients:

12 oz. SKYY Vodka

1 bottle dry red wine

1.5 tbsp mulling spices

1 tsp fresh orange zest

2 tbsp sugar

2 tbsp blanched almonds

4 tbsp raisins

Instructions: Wrap mulling spices in cheesecloth. In a large saucepan combine wine, SKYY Vodka, orange zest, spices and sugar. Simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes.  Discard mulling spices. Add raisins and almonds into the bottom of each glass. Pour into glass and enjoy!

NKPR’s Holiday Gift Guide: Holiday Entertaining

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 entertaining

No Holiday season is complete without parties and events to fill your weekends and evenings. Whether you’re hosting or attending, we suggest that you keep these essentials fully stocked all season long!

bottlegreen Ginger & Lemongrass ‘Enjoy Hot’ Cordial

Because: Warm up this winter with bottlegreen’s range of ‘Enjoy Hot’ Cordials in Spiced Berry and Ginger & Lemongrass flavours. Simply add to hot water and enjoy!

DAVIDsTEA Winter Collection

Because: We know you want to warm up with a cup of dessert inspired tea like Cookie Dough or Banana Dream Pie. Or indulge in a little nostalgia with returning fan faves Chocolate Chili Chai and Alpine Punch. Or recover from your holiday feasting with a soothing cup of Cocomint cream.

SKYY Vodka Holiday Glogg

Because: This recipe is a holiday party essential; not only is it easy to make but it is a guaranteed party pleaser!

Ingredients:

12 oz. SKYY Vodka

1 bottle dry red wine

1.5 tbsp mulling spices

1 tsp fresh orange zest

2 tbsp sugar

2 tbsp blanched almonds

4 tbsp raisins

Instructions: Wrap mulling spices in cheesecloth. In a large saucepan combine wine, SKYY Vodka, orange zest, spices and sugar. Simmer on medium heat for 30 minutes.  Discard mulling spices. Add raisins and almonds into the bottom of each glass. Pour into glass and enjoy!