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In addition to supporting local charities when making donations during the holiday season, shoppers can patronize small local businesses over big box retailers and national chains.

The decision to do so can benefit communities in myriad ways.

Shopping local supports many small business owners. Family meals and social gatherings with friends and coworkers are a big part of the holiday season, and it's not uncommon to break bread and share a few drinks during a night-on-the-town. Choosing to gather at a locally owned restaurant

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or tavern instead of a chain restaurant can have a ripple effect on an assortment of local businesses. Local restaurants often source their ingredients from local farms. A family meal at such a restaurant benefit both the restaurant owner and the hardworking local suppliers of the food that ends up on the plate. Local restaurants also are more likely to list locally produced wines and craft beers on their menus than national chains.

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Millions of individuals enjoy holiday shopping for their loved ones each year.

Come the holiday season, thoughts of what to get friends and family are foremost on the minds of those who embrace the spirit of giving this special time of year.

It's easy to overspend come the holiday shopping season. That could be even easier in an era marked by high inflation, which has affected consumers since 2022. Lingering inflation could require shoppers to be especially vigilant with their shopping budgets this holiday season. Thankfully, a few simple strategies can help shoppers stay the financial course this holiday season.

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'Puerto Rican eggnog' could be a hit for the Holidays Tradition reigns supreme during the holiday season. Putting up Christmas trees, stringing lights, singing carols, and filling stockings with trinkets are just a few of the season's many cherished traditions. However, amid the typical holiday hustle and bustle, there also are traditions that are unique to various cultures and ethnicities - particularly those pertaining to foods and beverages. From minced pies in England to kutia in Ukraine to spiced hot chocolate in Peru, many different foods and beverages are savored this time of year around the world.

Individuals of Puerto Rican descent might enjoy whipping up batches of coquito around the holidays. Coquito, which means "small coconut," is made in batches with recipes passed down through families. It is like traditional eggnog, but Puerto Ricans will tell you it's even better. The beverage is served throughout Navidad or starting after

Thanksgiving and ending in mid-January with the celebration of Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastián.

Those interested in making homemade coquito can follow this "Traditional Coquito" recipe, courtesy of Discover Puerto Rico.

TRADITIONAL COQUITO • 1 can of condensed milk • 1 can of evaporated milk • 1 can of cream of coconut (most Puerto Ricans prefer Coco López) • 1/2 cup white rum (preferably Don Q or Bacardí) • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (add more to taste) In a blender, add evaporated milk, cream of coconut, sweetened condensed milk, rum, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Blend on high until mixture is well combined, 1 to 2 minutes.

Transfer mixture into glass bottles

and chill in the refrigerator until cold.

To serve, pour coquito into small serving glasses and garnish with ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.

Note: This is traditional Coquito.

You can experiment with different flavors, like chocolate, guava or even mango coquito if you desire.

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Inspiring Ideas for Last-Minute Holiday Shoppers holiday season, but they are surprisingly sought-after. Chain retailers, small businesses and restaurants are among the many establishments that sell gift cards, so shoppers are bound to find a card to please anyone on their shopping list.

Putting off holiday shopping until the last minute can make for a stressful home stretch to the season, and there's no guarantee store shelves won't already be picked clean or that gifts purchased online will arrive on time.

Despite how unappealing lastminute shopping can be, it's still a fact

of life for millions of holiday shoppers.

As the clock winds down this holiday season, shoppers can look to these ideas for inspiration.

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FOOD/BEVERAGE The holiday season is a popular time for some great food and great drinks. That makes food and beverages a great holiday gift. Shoppers can take a loved one out to a favorite restaurant, prepare a homemade treat or purchase a favorite dish from a local specialty grocery store or eatery.

Pair the food with an appropriate beverage and this accessible last-minute gift idea is sure to be a hit.

TICKETS Tickets to a movie, sporting event, live theater performance, or concert are another gift idea that won't be

gobbled up by early bird shoppers.

People of all ages enjoy experiences, and tickets to a concert or show are sure to be well-received.

BOOKS Books make an ideal holiday gift for everyone from young kids to grandparents. Traditional print books are small enough that they can likely arrive on time even if they're purchased just a few days before Christmas. E-book sellers enable gift givers to pick the perfect time to notify loved ones they have received an electronic book. Audiobooks, which can be downloaded to a smartphone or given as a CD, make an ideal gift for loved ones who spend a lot of time behind the wheel.

Last-minute holiday shopping can be stressful. However, various soughtafter items can be secured at the last minute, ensuring gift givers' loved ones have a happy holiday season.

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Coloring Contest

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Contest open to all ages. Pictures will not be returned and will become property of this newspaper. Winners will be announced in the December 21st and 22nd issues of Bayside Gazette and OC Today. Decision of judges is final.

There will be three age categories: Ages 3-6 / Ages 7-11/ Ages 12 & up. A $25 Gift Card will be awarded to one winner in each category. Deadline: December 18, 2023 at 3pm.

Mail or drop off your entry form and colored page at: OC Today Newspaper, 11934 Ocean Gateway, Suite 6, Ocean City, MD 21842 Name:________________________________________ Age:__________ Address_____________________City_____________State____________Zip__________ Phone____________

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What is Winterfest?

For millions of people, the most magical time of the year begins in December and lasts into March. Though December is often characterized as the holiday season, it also marks the start of winter. WinterFest is a celebration of this festive time, and there are events to enjoy across North America.

WinterFest is the name of several winter festivals that are held in different parts of the United States. There are annual celebrations in cities like Fort Lauderdale, FL.; Beloit, WI.; Gatlinburg, TN.; and of course, Ocean City, MD, among others. WinterFest may be tied to sporting events, be centered around drawing people to Main Street or even take place in amusement parks.

WinterFest activities vary by location. Tram rides and walks through lighting displays, life-sized snow globes, cooking contests, rides, merchant shops, live holiday entertain-

ment, and ice skating are part of some celebrations. These events encourage visitors to get out and enjoy themselves during the winter, highlighting all the best the cold weather has to offer.

Ocean City's 31st Annual Winterfest

of Lights at Northside Park provides visitors with something entertaining to do from November 16 - December 31.

Visitors may either walk through the paths of thousands of holiday sparkling lights or take the tram ride, with mul-

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Dig into a sweet and traditional Chanukah noodle dish When preparing meals for Chanukah celebrations, some families may want to serve kugel. Kugel is a Jewish dish that is similar to a casserole or pudding. Kugel originated more than 800 years ago in southern Germany. Kugel soon became a staple within Jewish households throughout eastern Europe and eventually the United States.

There are many ways to make kugel. Some recipes feature potatoes, bread or rice as the main starchy ingredient. Kugel also can be sweet or savory. "Lokshen" (noodle) kugel is perhaps the most traditional. It blends light and airy egg noodles with moist and creamy dairy ingredients. Chanukah celebrants can try this recipe for "Noodle Kugel," courtesy of Taste of Home.

NOODLE KUGEL Serves 15 • 1 package (1 pound) egg noodles

• 1/2 cup butter, melted • 8 large eggs • 2 cups sugar • 2 cups sour cream • 2 cups 4 percent cottage cheese • Topping • 3/4 cup cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 4 whole crackers) • 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1. Cook noodles according to package directions; drain. Toss with butter; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, sour cream and cottage cheese until well blended. Stir in noodles.

2. Transfer to a greased 13 x 9inch baking dish. Combine the cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top.

3. Bake, uncovered, at 350 F until a thermometer reads 160 F, 50 to 55 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Serve warm or cold.

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3 Unique Holiday Party Themes The holiday season is a festive time of year filled with plenty of opportunities to socialize with friends and family. Parties abound this time of year, and many people may find themselves hosting everything from intimate gatherings to large family dinners.

As people will be attending many different events in the weeks to come, savvy hosts and hostesses may want to set their occasions apart in different ways. One option is to pick an entertaining party theme that guests can get excited about. A fun theme can provide a break from the standard traditions.

Consider these three unique party themes when planning holiday parties.

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1. ORNAMENT EXCHANGE Decorating the home is commonplace this time of year. Who couldn't use a new trinket for the mantle or an ornament to adorn the tree? Ask all guests to bring a gift-wrapped ornament to the party. Then place numbers in a bowl and have each guest draw a number; this is the order in which they will then select an ornament. After the first person makes their selection, subsequent guests can

3. CHRISTMAS KARAOKE Set up the karaoke machine or utilize one of the services available online, and make sure that guests are prepared to belt out their favorite holiday tunes - whether traditional carols or pop hits. A group of ladies can join for The Waitresses' "Christmas Wrapping" or guests can try their hands at hitting the high notes of Mariah Carey's ubiquitous "All I Want for Christmas Is You."

2. TROPICAL HOLIDAY The weather outside may be frightful, but a tropical island party can be utterly delightful. Give the event an island flair with fruity drinks, grilled kabobs, coconut desserts, and steeldrum music. Turn up the heat and have your guests wear their sun dresses and sandals, shorts, aloha shirts, flip flops, and straw hats. Beach chairs are optional.

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