Holidays & Entertaining
Entertaining needn't be stressful. We'll help you navigate through holidays, special occasions, and casual get-togethers with ease. D'Artagnan has you covered, from choosing the best bird for Thanksgiving and turkey roasting tips, to the specifics of preparing a traditional Christmas goose. Entertaining can mean cooking a romantic dinner for two, or even wild tailgating, and you will find inspirations for all of them here.
Father's Day Dinner Ideas & Recipes
Make the day meaningful by sharing the experience of cooking and eating together on Father's Day.
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Bastille Day Menu Ideas
Bastille Day in France means feasts, fêtes and fireworks, but you can have a grand party wherever you are in the world.
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4th of July Menu Ideas
Roll out the bunting and wave a flag for Independence Day! There is no tastier way to celebrate than a backyard barbecue.
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Graduation Party Recipes & Tips
Here are some ideas that will make any graduation party festive and delicious for all your guests, young and old.
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Heritage Ham Explained
Fully-cooked and sinfully delicious, our Berkshire hams are best-bets for both your holiday and everyday meals.
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10 Ways to Enjoy Fully Cooked Octopus
Here are ten easy ways to eat our fully cooked Spanish octopus. This tasty seafood is versatile and works with many cuisines and flavors.
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Picnics with Panache
There is no better way to enjoy the lazy days of summer than to plan a picnic with your family or friends.
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3 Wine-Country Dinners
Take a culinary tour through some of the most famous wine producing countries and regions in the world. Wine serves as a thread that weaves through a ...
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Cooking for Date Night
Anyone can make a reservation, but cooking for your date will really show that you care. With our tips, you don’t have to be an expert cook to pull of...
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Cocktail Party Appetizers
Your favorite cocktails and a few creative canapes are all that is needed to get the party started.
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Tapas Party Recipes & Tips
Explore the rich tradition of Spanish tapas by throwing a savory appetizer and cocktail party.
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5 Simple Ways to Serve Caviar
What is the traditional way to serve caviar? Here we share the basics of caviar service and some other tasty ideas.
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What is a Capon?
Larger than a chicken, smaller than a turkey, with more flavor than either, a capon is a young rooster with tender meat, traditionally eaten at holida...
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Roasted Holiday Turkey Cooking Guide
Begin at the beginning with all the basics for getting your bird in the oven.
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Roasting a Holiday Capon
If you are considering an intimate holiday dinner for two to six people, a capon may be the perfect bird for you.
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Christmas in France
Christmas in France is a joyful experience steeped in rich traditions; many of the customs center around food, family, charity and the story of the Na...
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