Ever walk by a bakery, catch a whiff of freshly baked sugar cookies and instantly feel transported to a different time and place-perhaps in your childhood kitchen with mom, baking your favorite holiday treat? Certain scents that are highly prevalent during the holiday season evoke feelings of nostalgia-the sensation of reflecting on or longing for the past and past experiences for which we have much affection.
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Yes, it's that time of year again-time to transform your home into a magical wonderland full of holiday cheer. There's no doubt that decorating is one of the best parts of the season-in fact, 42% of Americans agree that decorating for the winter holidays is one of their favorite things to do each year!
The air is brisk and leaves are changing colors...finally fall is upon us, and the nights call for revelry, frothy beers and sizzling bratwurst! What better excuse to gather friends and family for food, drink and fun than an Oktoberfest-themed party? So send out those invites and set your table with the sights and smells of autumn!
