candidgifts.com http://candidgifts.com Thu, 10 May 2012 16:34:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Art on the Square http://candidgifts.com/2012/05/07/art-on-the-square/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/05/07/art-on-the-square/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 21:46:28 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/2012/05/07/art-on-the-square/ Title: Art on the Square
Location: Downtown Belleville Main Street
Link out: Click here
Start Date: 2012-05-18
Start Time: 5:00pm
End Date: 2012-05-20
End Time: 5:00pm
]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/05/07/art-on-the-square/feed/ 0 Shower Yourself with Food, Fun, and Information at Candid Gifts Expectant Mother’s Event http://candidgifts.com/2012/04/06/shower-yourself-with-food-fun-and-information-at-candid-gifts-expectant-mothers-event/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/04/06/shower-yourself-with-food-fun-and-information-at-candid-gifts-expectant-mothers-event/#comments Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:33:06 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/2012/04/06/shower-yourself-with-food-fun-and-information-at-candid-gifts-expectant-mothers-event/ Title: Shower Yourself with Food, Fun, and Information at Candid Gifts Expectant Mother’s Event
Location: Candid Gifts, 18 East Main Street, Belleville, IL 62220
Description: Come to Candid Gifts Expectant Mother’s Event. We will have local experts discussing the topics that expectant mothers are concern about. Dee Kassing, Lactation Consultant, from Breastfeeding Support Services, Inc. will be discussing breastfeeding tips and tricks. Glenn Peterson Inspire Health and Fitness from will be discussing ways to stay fit during and after pregnancy. The O’Fallon YMCA will be discussing their babysitting certification class, and the important facts to consider when choosing your baby’s first babysitter. StillPointe Wellness Center will be discussing some simple infant massage techniques, their family Yoga class, and prenatal massage. Every participant of the event will get their choice of a girl, boy or neutral themed sensory blanket from E&LuLu and onesie by Bumps~N~Roo. A gourmet box lunch will be served. Call Candid Gifts for Reservations by May 1, 2012 at 618-310-1613. Price: $35.00
Start Time: 10:00am
Date: 2012-05-05
End Time: 12:00pm
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Cookie Party

Monogrammed Aprons to Embellish

Cookie Decorating

Coloring Paper Chef Hats

Bring your little chef in for a real treat! Join us for an afternoon of cookie decorating and apron embellishment. Nancy Schulte of Delizioso will be on hand demonstrating and aiding the children in cookie decorating techniques. Earlene Wolff of Fleur Design Creations will be helping each child chose and apply their own custom embellishments to their aprons. Candid Gift staff will be helping ensure that every child has a wonderful time. Children will leave with their own custom embellished monogrammed apron, colored paper chef hat, and 4 decorated cookies. Reservations required by March 17th. Classes are limited to 12 children and will fill up fast! Call Candid Gifts at 618-310-1613 today to make your reservation.

Ticket Price: $25.00

1st Session: 10:00am-12:00pm (12 spots available)
2nd Session: 1:00pm-3:00pm (12 spots available)

Private Parties are available call Candid Gifts for more Details.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/02/14/cookie-party/feed/ 0 Diva Night http://candidgifts.com/2012/02/09/diva-night-2/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/02/09/diva-night-2/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:23:42 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/2012/02/09/diva-night-2/ Title: Diva Night
Location: Downtown Main Street, Belleville, IL
Description: Downtown Diva Night is a fun girls night out. Participating downtown business run specials and deals for the Divas. It takes place on the third Thursday of each month. This month we are starting at Hospice of Southern Illinois to pickup a passport and Diva Gear. We end at Club Escapade where the passports are turned in for a chance to win prizes. The cost of Diva Night is just $5 per Diva.

Plan your own evening visiting at least 7 business to become eligible for the grand prize drawing at the end.

Registration is open from 5 to about 6:45 p.m.

Grand Prize drawing is at 8pm at Club Escapade.
Start Time: 5:00pm
Date: 2012-02-16
End Time: 8:00pm

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Serving Size 4

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour and 30 Mintues

Ingredients

  1. 3 tsp garlic, chopped
  2. 3 Tbsp fresh sage leaves, chopped
  3. 1 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
  4. 2 tsp black pepper, coarsely ground
  5. 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil (Candid Gifts carries a great extra virgin olive oil from Olive Oil Marketplace)
  6. 3 lbs center-cut pork loin
  7. 1 cup dry white wine
  8. 1 lb red & white seedless grapes

Procedures

Preheat oven to 375º F.

  1. COMBINE garlic, sage, salt, pepper and 2 Tbsp of oil in mixing bowl; evenly coat pork loin.
  2. COAT large baking pan with 2 Tbsp of oil. Place pork loin in baking pan; cover pan with aluminum foil. Place in oven and roast for approximately 10-15 minutes per pound or until temperature reaches 155º F (medium well).
  3. REMOVE foil; roast additional 15 minutes or until well-browned. Remove pork loin from pan and place on cutting board. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  4. PLACE pan used to roast pork on stovetop over medium heat. Add wine. Using spatula, scrape bottom of pan to release drippings. Add grapes; cook until soft and wine is reduced by half.
  5. SLICE pork loin into 1/2” slices and place on serving platter. Pour grapes and sauce over pork. Serve immediately.

Recipe can be found at http://www.olivegarden.com/Connections-to-Italy/Recipes/Main-Dishes/Roast-Pork-Loin-with-Grapes-and-Wine

]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/27/my-favorite-pork-tenderloin-recipe-from-the-olive-garden/feed/ 0 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas: Jewelry http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/valentines-day-gift-ideas-jewelry/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/valentines-day-gift-ideas-jewelry/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:00:20 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/?p=863 1. Crow Steals Fire’s custom handmade jewelry. These lovely pieces would be a beautiful addition to anyone’s jewelry collection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Little Bits by Abbie’s Necktie watch. This watch can be custom order to be made with your own watch to create a truly personal gift.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Small Things Bright and Beautiful’s crocheted jewelry set contains two versatile pieces that would work well with almost any outfit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Junky Hippie’s retro inspired Cameo Style Necklace is perfect for anyone with an appreciation for vintage clothing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. Gingerlily’s earthy mix metal handmade love bird necklace is the perfect gift for anyone who like understated elegance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

6. Jill Kimmle’s cute handmade necklace is a perfect inexpensive present for anyone on your list.

]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/valentines-day-gift-ideas-jewelry/feed/ 0 Seats are still Available for our Cooking with Olive Oil Class http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/still-seats-available-for-our-cooking-with-olive-oil-class/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/still-seats-available-for-our-cooking-with-olive-oil-class/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:00:12 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/?p=856 Come join us for a fun afternoon of cooking, appetizers, and olive oil tastings. Reservations for this event are recommended as seating is limited. Call Candid Gifts at 618-310-1613 to save your seat today.
]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/26/still-seats-available-for-our-cooking-with-olive-oil-class/feed/ 0 Why buy your Kids Valentines at chain store when they can create adorable one of a kind Valentines with us? http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/25/why-buy-your-kids-valentines-at-chain-store-when-they-can-create-adorable-one-of-a-kind-valentines-with-us/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/25/why-buy-your-kids-valentines-at-chain-store-when-they-can-create-adorable-one-of-a-kind-valentines-with-us/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:00:52 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/?p=850 We still have seats available for the Kids Valentine Workshop on February 4th. Omelia has added a new option and for the same price you child can make enough small Valentines for everyone in their class. Call Candid Gifts at 618-310-1613 today to get your reservations.
]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/25/why-buy-your-kids-valentines-at-chain-store-when-they-can-create-adorable-one-of-a-kind-valentines-with-us/feed/ 0 Cooking with Olive Oil http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/19/cooking-with-olive-oil/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/19/cooking-with-olive-oil/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:56:59 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/19/cooking-with-olive-oil/ Title: Cooking with Olive Oil
Location: Candid Gifts: 18 E Main St Belleville IL 62220
Description: Chef Steven McCurry from Seven Restaurant and Lounge will be demonstrating how to prepare several dishes with Olive Oil.

Participants will be able to observe Chef McCurry prepare the dishes, while enjoying hors d’oeuvres provided by Seven Restaurant and Lounge.

During the course of the afternoon Olive Oil Marketplace will be on hand sampling some of their infused olive oils.

At the end of the afternoon all participants will leave with a bottle of olive oil of their choosing, a coupon for a free appetizer at Seven Restaurant and Lounge, and a printed recipe card.

Cost $14.00

Seating is limited. Call 618-310-1613 for reservations.

Start Time: 2:00pm
Date: 2012-02-18
End Time: 4:00pm

]]> http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/19/cooking-with-olive-oil/feed/ 0 Blessing Baskets are Now Available at Candid Gifts http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/15/blessing-baskets-are-now-available-at-candid-gifts/ http://candidgifts.com/2012/01/15/blessing-baskets-are-now-available-at-candid-gifts/#comments Sun, 15 Jan 2012 09:00:33 +0000 http://candidgifts.com/?p=820 Blessing Baskets Project is a charitable organization that pays prosperity wages to impoverished persons in developing countries to allow them to pull themselves out of poverty. These baskets are beautiful, and you can feel good about your purchase. Stop by Candid Gifts to see all of the different baskets available.

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