January Comfort: The Ultimate Guide to Cozy Cooking

Winter is here and cozy days are calling me. Mid-January is the perfect time to snuggle under a warm blanket, binge-watch your favorite shows, and indulge in delicious comfort foods. Lately, I’ve been enjoying the latest season of Emily in Paris—the fashion and drama are fun, but my real excitement is in the kitchen. Here are some of my favorite winter comfort foods to make TV nights even better. Cinnamon Rolls Sourdough Bread Cheese Beer Dip with Soft Pretzels Skillet Pizza Mulligan Stew

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Meals To Hit Your Protein Goals

Happy New Year! The holidays are over, and eating cookies for breakfast isn’t really a thing anymore (sad, I know). So, what’s next? For me, it’s all about getting more protein and fiber. Everyone seems to be talking about it, and honestly, I’m trying to make it a priority for me too. If you’re in the same boat, I thought I’d share some easy, high-protein meals I’ve been enjoying lately—nothing fancy, just simple ideas that taste good and help me hit my goals. Split Pea Soup Taco Soup Mediterranean Chicken and Chickpeas Chicken Burrito Bowls with Avocado Salsa Ground Chicken …

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Christmas 2025

I usually share recipes here at Tina’s Chic Corner, but during the holidays I also love giving you a peek inside my home. It’s a fun way to document the season for myself while sharing a little inspiration with you (if you’re looking for it). In our living room, I don’t usually decorate this space because we’re rarely in here, but this year I felt inspired to add some holiday cheer, and I’m so glad I did. Even if we don’t use this room, it’s lovely to see it walking by. I combined my love of heirloom pieces with a …

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Christmas Dining Room 2025 And An Easy Menu for Hosting

Christmas has officially taken over my dining room and I’m loving it! Since this is where we gather to host, I wanted it to feel warm, inviting, and full of holiday cheer. This year, I went big with plaids and pops of red accents. I added natural touches like pinecones and acorns (picked right from my neighborhood!) and, of course, lots of candles for that cozy vibe. For the table settings, I mixed things up using our formal white plates with Christmas accent plates. The best part? I didn’t buy a single new item. Everything you see is something I …

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Best Cookies to Bake for Holiday Gifts

Looking for the best cookies to bake for holiday gifts? After more than 20 years of gifting homemade cookies to family and friends every Christmas, I’ve learned a few tricks to make your cookie box unforgettable. Here are my top tips for choosing cookies that will make the cut. This cookie assortment is one of my favorites to gift during the holidays—pretty, tasty, and full of variety! Pictured above: fudgy brownies, gingerbread men cookies, M&M cookies, chocolate chip cookies, jam sandwich cookies, Christmas M&M sugar bars, gingerbread drop cookies, and chocolate kiss cookies

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