There's nothing like the holidays to bring out the creativity in people.  You see it everywhere you go this time of year - from retail stores to house decorations. It's not unusual to even catch a glimpse of a red nose, antlers and twinkling lights on vehicles these days. Our pastry artists are no exception to the rule. In fact, creating tasty confections that add to the decor at the same time, well, that's what we do all year long.  It's just that during the holidays - it seems more fun!Just take a look at our bright and cheery assortment of decorated Christmas sugar cookies above.   Snowflakes, Candy Canes, Holly Leaves, Christmas Trees and a Sweet

The first rule of being a good dinner guest - always show up with a good bottle of wine.  But who says it has to be 'liquid'?  Especially if your host and hostess skip the cocktails and vino altogether.Our suggestion:  Plan ahead and bring a bottle everyone can really dig into - with forks, that is.  Like this fabulous representation of an Estancia Merlot.  It doesn't need to taste like "bright cherry fruit with hints of cedar and pepper."  You can create a flavor combination all your own for this bottle. (This is one opportunity to try out a chocolate wine without offending anyone!)Then again, for the holidays - it doesn't all need to be wine and

Here at Pastry Palace, we're fond of taking the simple pleasures of life and turning them into something worth celebrating.  Because sometimes, it's just the right touch for a timely event. See what we mean?Popping open this 'cold one' may not fill a glass with that foamy hops-concoction we all know so well, but it will be a delicious treat nonetheless.  Taking on the appearance of a classic can of Busch, this is a centerpiece for a coming-of-age party that everyone will admire and enjoy.For those with a more discerning taste - or perhaps you've just 'hopped the pond' direct from your London pub haunts - this pint of dark, foamy lager will definitely bring