If you peek inside my cupboards, you'll see countless little jars of herb and honey concoctions that are both delicious and healing. Making herb-infused honey has become one of my favorite ways to use leftover sprigs of thyme from cooking dinner, a handful of wild mint found while foraging, or the buds of an edible flower bouquet. It couldn't be easier to do. And if you start now, there's plenty of time to make them for holiday gifts, too. More

When I began stocking my home bar a couple years ago, I was on a tight budget, so I started by focusing on one cocktail at a time, buying just the components of that drink. If you have friends or relatives who are looking to expand their mixed drink horizons, use this strategy to give them a thoughtful gift they'll appreciate: make them a cocktail kit. More

It's about to begin, the parade of sweet treats through your office, your holiday parties, and probably your very own kitchen. Consider this granola a much-needed savory break for you and anyone lucky enough to receive it from you as a gift. Savory curry granola?, you may be thinking. That's right: salty, crunchy, curry-spiked granola studded with toasted pecans and browned coconut chips. You don't need milk or yogurt to enjoy this granola -- it's good enough to eat plain by the handful, but if you're nice you'll make a double batch to give out as gifts as well. More

Homemade condiments are always a special addition to a meal, but not everyone has the time or inclination to make their own ketchup or Nutella from scratch. That's why a thoughtfully-chosen homemade condiment makes a wonderful hostess gift, packaged in a pretty jar and tucked into the fridge for the hosts to enjoy days or even weeks after the party. More

You get two recipes for the price of one today! First we have cashews tossed with brown butter and sage, and then there are cocoa-dusted cashews for those of us with a sweet tooth. Neither recipe takes more than a few minutes to bring together, making this our new favorite snack for holiday get-togethers. More

Holiday gifting is in the air. Store window displays became festive overnight and neighbors are stringing lights. I always spend the week before December thinking through people's gifts, what to buy and what to make. This year, I'm making more gifts than buying and starting early to avoid the accompanying stress. First up: customized tea blends for family and friends! More

Q: I am making homemade tonic syrup (of the gin and tonic variety) to gift to family and friends this year. I have been scouring the internet for some inexpensive bottles (about 150-250 ml in size) in which to gift the tonic. I can't find anything. More

We shared with you some of our favorite homemade gifts from the kitchen — but now we'd love to hear what you have planned! Are you making granola and homemade liqueurs? Toffee and peanut brittle? Did you stock up on jams and fruit vinegars last summer? What's coming out of your kitchen this holiday season — we'd love to know. (And how are you wrapping or packaging it? Would love to see!) More

Are you sharing gifts of homemade preserves this year? For an extra festive (and useful!) touch, you might bundle jars of jam, jelly, and marmalade with a pretty dish towel, a spoon, or an edible accompaniment, like bread or cheese. Here are a few ideas to get you started… More

Calling all home brewers: thinking of giving away a few bottles of your beer this holiday season? Make it fancy with a special label! The good folks behind the jam labelizer have devised a new label-making system especially for beer brewers. More