You simply must check out these amazing favors. Most from only $2.00 each, isn't that crazy! They make unique stocking stuffers also.
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/category/winter-favors.html
Monday, November 15, 2010
Fab Favors for a memorable Holiday Party
You simply must check out these amazing favors. Most from only $2.00 each, isn't that crazy! They make unique stocking stuffers also.
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/category/winter-favors.html
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Italian Love Knots
I swear the Holidays come faster every year don't they! I am sharing my super delicious, super secret recipe for one of my fav Christmas Cookies. While they're not only for the Holiday season, for some reason once I make them it sure feels like Christmas!Enjoy!
For the Cookies:
3 cups good quality all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice (or orange juice)
2 tablespoons lemon zest (or Orange zest)
For the Icing:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
4-5 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (don't substitute imitation)
Colored sprinkles
To make the cookies:
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Set aside.
In a second bowl, cream butter & sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the lemon or orange juice and zest.
Gradually add the flour mixture, beating well to combine.
Wrap the dough in wax paper and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Grease 2 baking sheets.
Place the dough on a lightly-floured surface and break off 2" pieces of dough then
roll each piece into a rope about 6 inches long and 1/2 inch in diameter.
Tie into a knot like a tight pretzel.
Place 1-inch apart on the prepared baking sheets and bake 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool only slightly. You will be dipping the cookies into the icing while still slightly warm.
For the icing:
In a bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar & milk until smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Dip the top of each cookie into the icing.
Top cookies with colored sprinkles.
Store in an airtight container for about 1 week
For the Cookies:
3 cups good quality all purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons lemon juice (or orange juice)
2 tablespoons lemon zest (or Orange zest)
For the Icing:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
4-5 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (don't substitute imitation)
Colored sprinkles
To make the cookies:
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Set aside.
In a second bowl, cream butter & sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the lemon or orange juice and zest.
Gradually add the flour mixture, beating well to combine.
Wrap the dough in wax paper and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Grease 2 baking sheets.
Place the dough on a lightly-floured surface and break off 2" pieces of dough then
roll each piece into a rope about 6 inches long and 1/2 inch in diameter.
Tie into a knot like a tight pretzel.
Place 1-inch apart on the prepared baking sheets and bake 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool only slightly. You will be dipping the cookies into the icing while still slightly warm.
For the icing:
In a bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar & milk until smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Dip the top of each cookie into the icing.
Top cookies with colored sprinkles.
Store in an airtight container for about 1 week
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Are you barking up the wrong tree?
You won't be with this delectable gourmet chocolate bark!
Bark is super easy to make at home! Here's a quick recipe for a combo bark;
Simply place semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate in separate medium microwaveable bowls & microwave until completely melted, following directions on package.
Spread melted chocolate on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Crumble in toppings of your choice; crushed Oreos, marshmallow, pretzel pieces or whatever strikes your fancy & sprinkle topping(s)over melted chocolate.
Cut through chocolate mixtures several times with knife for marble effect.
Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces & store in airtight container in refrigerator. Enjoy!
Bark is super easy to make at home! Here's a quick recipe for a combo bark;
Simply place semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate in separate medium microwaveable bowls & microwave until completely melted, following directions on package.
Spread melted chocolate on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Crumble in toppings of your choice; crushed Oreos, marshmallow, pretzel pieces or whatever strikes your fancy & sprinkle topping(s)over melted chocolate.
Cut through chocolate mixtures several times with knife for marble effect.
Refrigerate until firm. Break into pieces & store in airtight container in refrigerator. Enjoy!
Chocolate Covered Pretzel MANIA
Need we say more..........
There's something extra wonderful about the sweet-n-salty taste of chocolate covered pretzels. We've been experimenting with different toppings and these were today's creations; milk choclate with butterscotch, cookies & cream crunch, dark chocolate coconut, double dipped milk & white and candy sprinkles.
I can't wait to create a holiday basket filled with these delights! Stay tuned!
There's something extra wonderful about the sweet-n-salty taste of chocolate covered pretzels. We've been experimenting with different toppings and these were today's creations; milk choclate with butterscotch, cookies & cream crunch, dark chocolate coconut, double dipped milk & white and candy sprinkles.
I can't wait to create a holiday basket filled with these delights! Stay tuned!
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Bellisimo + Mrs Fields Cookies = The Perfect Gift!
Bellisimo is one of the chosen few to have been elected as an E-Commerce Partner with the fabulous Mrs Fields!
Compliments of Mrs Fields we are delighted to share one of their secret recipes!!!
Peanut Butter Candy Cookies
1 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 heaping tablespoons peanut butter
2 1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 tablespoons milk or cream
1 cup chocolate chips
1 1/2 pounds peanut butter candies (such as Reese’s Pieces)
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a small saucepan, melt butter on low heat. In a medium bowl, sift flour, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside. Combine sugars and melted butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until a thick paste forms. Add peanut butter and mix well. In a small bowl, beat eggs and then stir in vanilla and milk. Add egg mixture to sugar mixture and mix for about 60 seconds, or until well combined. Slowly add in flour mixture, followed by the chocolate chips.
Pour peanut butter candy in a separate bowl. Scoop and form generous balls of dough with your hands (the dough will be soft), and then roll each one in the candy. Place candy-coated dough balls on a prepared cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer cookies to a baking rack and allow to cool before serving.
Enjoy!
Compliments of Mrs Fields we are delighted to share one of their secret recipes!!!
Peanut Butter Candy Cookies
1 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 cup sugar
2 heaping tablespoons peanut butter
2 1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 tablespoons milk or cream
1 cup chocolate chips
1 1/2 pounds peanut butter candies (such as Reese’s Pieces)
Directions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a small saucepan, melt butter on low heat. In a medium bowl, sift flour, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside. Combine sugars and melted butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer until a thick paste forms. Add peanut butter and mix well. In a small bowl, beat eggs and then stir in vanilla and milk. Add egg mixture to sugar mixture and mix for about 60 seconds, or until well combined. Slowly add in flour mixture, followed by the chocolate chips.
Pour peanut butter candy in a separate bowl. Scoop and form generous balls of dough with your hands (the dough will be soft), and then roll each one in the candy. Place candy-coated dough balls on a prepared cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer cookies to a baking rack and allow to cool before serving.
Enjoy!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
A FABulous gift idea at under $20-it's craaaazy!
Another winning baby gift idea!
www.bellisimo.theaspenshops.com
Standing tall in a safari-themed gift box, Jakka the Giraffe has all the plushness and playfulness you could ask for in a cuddle-soft baby gift! Intriguing textures and sounds, like the crinkle leaf, the satin trim and the rattle, will captivate the senses of a baby new to the world!
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/jakka-the-giraffe-little-expeditions-plush.html/categoryid=3c49cb3c-4b62-417f-8688-1fb704cde17f
www.bellisimo.theaspenshops.com
Standing tall in a safari-themed gift box, Jakka the Giraffe has all the plushness and playfulness you could ask for in a cuddle-soft baby gift! Intriguing textures and sounds, like the crinkle leaf, the satin trim and the rattle, will captivate the senses of a baby new to the world!
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/jakka-the-giraffe-little-expeditions-plush.html/categoryid=3c49cb3c-4b62-417f-8688-1fb704cde17f
Monday, October 4, 2010
Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 15% of your purchase will be donated to The National Breast Cancer Foundation
Raise awareness with a Giant Pink Ribbon Fortune Cookie- it's almost the size of a football and contains a 1-ft-long fortune with your personalized message inside. Each cookie is hand-dipped in Belgian White Chocolate and adorned with edible Pink Ribbon designs adn finished with Pink & White Non-Pariels. Beautifully wrapped in a gussetted cellophane bag and tied with a Pink Satin Ribbon, your cookie arrives Gift Boxed and topped with Pink Tissue Paper. Send one to a Breast Cancer Patient or Survivor as a unique & sweet way to show your support! $35
Call us at 908-879-4483 to place your order
Raise awareness with a Giant Pink Ribbon Fortune Cookie- it's almost the size of a football and contains a 1-ft-long fortune with your personalized message inside. Each cookie is hand-dipped in Belgian White Chocolate and adorned with edible Pink Ribbon designs adn finished with Pink & White Non-Pariels. Beautifully wrapped in a gussetted cellophane bag and tied with a Pink Satin Ribbon, your cookie arrives Gift Boxed and topped with Pink Tissue Paper. Send one to a Breast Cancer Patient or Survivor as a unique & sweet way to show your support! $35
Call us at 908-879-4483 to place your order
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Simply Spectacular Idea
This is one of our newest additions, so new in fact, they're not even up on our site just yet, but we couldn't wait to show you! Our wedding favor ideas just keep getting better & better! If you're looking for something Elegant, Classic and Unique, your search is over.........
Call us now for all the delicious details at 908-879-4483
Call us now for all the delicious details at 908-879-4483
Friday, October 1, 2010
Seriously, wait until you see this................
It's our newest addition and we are so excited about it!
It's The Perfect Gift And Greeting All In One!
Our Giant Gourmet Vanilla Fortune Cookie is expertly hand-dipped in rich golden Caramel and smothered with Heath® English Toffee. A rich Belgian Chocolate detail is applied by hand for a perfect combination of crunchy and smooth!
Your personalized message goes on the 1-ft-long Fortune inside making this a perfect way to send Good Fortune for any occasion!
This masterpiece cookie is hand wrapped in a clear cello bag and tied with a lovely ribbon. We hand-pack each cookie in our 7" x 7" x 7" Glossy White Gift Boxes and top with matching Tissue Paper.
Call us now & place your order complete with your very own personalized message!
1800-3-GIVING
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
If you sleep with dogs, you'll wake up with fleas
We recently celebrated my mom's 87th birthday. The first thing my Italian (there I go again) friends say when you mention her age is "God Bless Her." It is also frequently accompanied by an eye roll towards Heaven, the sign of the cross and/or a slight head tilt. Oh the drama of us all.
At barely 4'10 Francesca is an amazing little person though, sort of a pocket-sized grandma that you want to carry around for luck. I'm thinking maybe her fluffy snow white hair might in fact just bring some if we rub it. She still drives, never leaves without perfectly applied lipstick, has skin to-die-for, a memory that an elephant would envy and has a very active social life. She also, drum roll please..........irons my sheets for me. Yes you read that correctly, heavy on the starch please. She believes you will sleep better in sheets that need a warning label that they may cause slight abrasion from her perfect ironing skills. Who am I to judge? Iron away mommmason.
My husband, son & I started recording what has become an extensive collection of her comments, quips and wisdom. Apparently when you reach a certain age according to my mom, you can remove the filter that separates your brain from your mouth and say whatever you'd like. It's up to everyone else to decipher and make sense of it.
Like her telling me she stayed up until midnight watching the Yankees & fell asleep after A-Rod made a "touchdown." Or telling us that Christie Brinkley's "slimey husband should be circumcised, I mean prostrated, oh you know what I mean." And on the day before her birthday we said "Mom you're going to be 87 tomorrow!" she replied, "I know, this is the oldest I've ever been!" One of her favorites, "If you sleep with dogs you'll wake up with fleas." She is never ending source of amusement.
God Bless You Mom, now how about those sheets?
At barely 4'10 Francesca is an amazing little person though, sort of a pocket-sized grandma that you want to carry around for luck. I'm thinking maybe her fluffy snow white hair might in fact just bring some if we rub it. She still drives, never leaves without perfectly applied lipstick, has skin to-die-for, a memory that an elephant would envy and has a very active social life. She also, drum roll please..........irons my sheets for me. Yes you read that correctly, heavy on the starch please. She believes you will sleep better in sheets that need a warning label that they may cause slight abrasion from her perfect ironing skills. Who am I to judge? Iron away mommmason.
My husband, son & I started recording what has become an extensive collection of her comments, quips and wisdom. Apparently when you reach a certain age according to my mom, you can remove the filter that separates your brain from your mouth and say whatever you'd like. It's up to everyone else to decipher and make sense of it.
Like her telling me she stayed up until midnight watching the Yankees & fell asleep after A-Rod made a "touchdown." Or telling us that Christie Brinkley's "slimey husband should be circumcised, I mean prostrated, oh you know what I mean." And on the day before her birthday we said "Mom you're going to be 87 tomorrow!" she replied, "I know, this is the oldest I've ever been!" One of her favorites, "If you sleep with dogs you'll wake up with fleas." She is never ending source of amusement.
God Bless You Mom, now how about those sheets?
Organic Baby Layette
A perfectly "green" gift.
Sweet Pea Organic Layette
Bellisimo goes green with an amazingly adorable, organic, five-piece layette set that makes sweet peas even sweeter! It all starts with a natural woven-wood basket filled with sweet peas. The graphic of a small, swaddled baby snuggled in half a pea pod appears on the blanket, PJs, cap and bib, and a green,sweet-pea pod rattle on top makes this magnificent baby gift ready for market!
The perfect selection
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Rockabye Baby
When you need a very special gift this is the one
Like the hero in a modern-day fairy tale, this stunning eight-piece layette for baby boy (don't worry there's a baby girl version too) comes galloping in on a beautiful horse! This unique newborn gift rocks! (sorry we couldn't resist) A baby gift designed to gallop straight into Mom and Dad’s heart!
Like the hero in a modern-day fairy tale, this stunning eight-piece layette for baby boy (don't worry there's a baby girl version too) comes galloping in on a beautiful horse! This unique newborn gift rocks! (sorry we couldn't resist) A baby gift designed to gallop straight into Mom and Dad’s heart!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Friday, June 4, 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
You will LOVE these adorable party favors! Our refreshing rasberry iced tea mix is packaged in this too-cute-for-words glass shape with a satin bow tied around the stem. It's seriously sweet!
Measures 4 1/2h x 2 x 1 3/4
Perfect for a patio party, to bridal shower & even for the big day to add bursts of color & whimsy to your table.
Sold in sets of 6 for as little as $3.00 each
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/razzle-dazzle-raspberry-iced-tea-mix-set.html/categoryid=065d2bd8-bd42-4329-8f4f-29409548123e
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Mother's Day is fast approaching and we have some wonderful ideas to make you mom's favorite! Perhaps a GIANT Mrs Fields Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake? This original idea is certain to thrill your mome!
Visit our website www.bellisimos.com to place your order or call our gift consultants at
1-800-3-GIVING
Friday, April 23, 2010
We're crazy for personalized gifts at Bellisimo. They're so, well, personal! Of course, we tend to personalize everything in the shop to read "Jersey Girl," we are happy to use your perfect sentiment. Monogram? No problem! The bride's new name? Absolutely! Surnames? Why not! We've even added pet's names!
Monogram a beach towel, baseball cap, tote bag, slippers, umbrella, stadium or baby blankets and more.
We love to create gits for you with that personal touch. Visit our showroom at 44 Main Street in Chester or call our gift consultants toll-free at 1-800-3-GIVING
Ciao for now!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
We're having PomPom MANIA at Bellisimo!
This weekend!
Poms in every color of the rainbow to decorate for a a special occasion, or no occasion at all! Our Poms look spectacular hanging anywhere, for any reason at all!
This coming weekend; Friday, Saturday and Sunday, all our Poms are specailly priced at up to 50% off. Come visit, stock up & save a bunch!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Bellsimo is filled with delicious Easter treats in anything but ordinary shapes! How about a Pink Eiffel Tower or Lemony Yello Lacy Heart pop for your Easter Baskets? Or how about a milk choclate lacrosse stick for your fav guy or girl? There's always traditional mini bunnies too & our famous barks in 13 flavors like Dark Chocolate Organic Cherry Vanilla Granola, Milk Chocolate Cookies & Cream, & our newest-pink aka tinted white chocolate JELLY BEAN BARK!!
Our gift consultants would love to assist you in choosing the right gift for Easter, Spring or any day! CAll us at 1800-3GIVING
http://www.marthastewart.com/article/homemade-easter-treats
Our gift consultants would love to assist you in choosing the right gift for Easter, Spring or any day! CAll us at 1800-3GIVING
I had to share this with you though, a recipe for homemade marshmallow bunnies. They are beyod cute & a great way to put you in super Spring mode! Can you stand it!!!
http://www.marthastewart.com/article/homemade-easter-treatsSaturday, March 13, 2010
Beach Inspired Wedding Favors
Choosing a beach theme for your wedding is one of my favorites! There are so many great ideas it may be overwhelming to choose. Classic Beach? Trendy? Funky? Elegant? Whimsical?
Luckily for our brides-We have favors to fit any type!
Classic, Elegant & Practical!
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/beachcombers-flip-flop-placecard-holders.html
Pretty little toes, all in a row! These darling, handpainted flip flop placecard holders will splash a little summery color on your reception tables. Each placecard holder is loaded with sweet detail sure to tickle any guest - like the multicolor trim, or the tiny pearl that adorns the metal clip. Each set includes two pairs of flip flops, ie 4 placecard holders, which your guests can later take home to use as memo clips or photo holders. Beachcomber sea life theme features pearlized fish or starfish details on each little shoe. Each clip measures approximately 4 inches tall, 2 inches long and about one inch wide.
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/beachcombers-flip-flop-placecard-holders.html
Favors don't get much cuter than these ceramic kissing fish salt & pepper shakers. You'll be afloat on the sea of love
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/kissing-fish-ceramic-saltpepper-shakers.html
Friday, February 26, 2010
Let's Do Lunch
Let's Do Lunch!
Every so often, a bridesmaids' gift comes along that is so sharp, so stylish, so absolutely cool, the bride-to-be gets one for herself, too. This gorgeous, personalized lunch tote is that gift. From the classic houndstooth outside to the silvery insulation within, "brown-bagging" never looked better! Features and facts:
Roomy, insulated, black-and-white houndstooth lunch tote
Poly-blend houndstooth, cotton canvas accents and insulation
Zipper closure with silver-finish, signature Kate Aspen gift-box charm
Tote measures approximately 8" h x 10 ½ " w x 6 ¼ " d
Embroidered personalization available for an additional charge
Choose from three font styles
Embroidery color choices include red, light pink, hot pink, white, blue and lime green
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/lets-do-lunch-personalized-insulated-lunch.html/categoryid=d62e8171-1149-4b97-bf58-dde07b8fbc0c
Every so often, a bridesmaids' gift comes along that is so sharp, so stylish, so absolutely cool, the bride-to-be gets one for herself, too. This gorgeous, personalized lunch tote is that gift. From the classic houndstooth outside to the silvery insulation within, "brown-bagging" never looked better! Features and facts:
Roomy, insulated, black-and-white houndstooth lunch tote
Poly-blend houndstooth, cotton canvas accents and insulation
Zipper closure with silver-finish, signature Kate Aspen gift-box charm
Tote measures approximately 8" h x 10 ½ " w x 6 ¼ " d
Embroidered personalization available for an additional charge
Choose from three font styles
Embroidery color choices include red, light pink, hot pink, white, blue and lime green
http://bellisimo.theaspenshops.com/product/lets-do-lunch-personalized-insulated-lunch.html/categoryid=d62e8171-1149-4b97-bf58-dde07b8fbc0c
Saturday, January 2, 2010
Happy New Year!
You can expect some exciting changes at Bellisimo in 2010!
We love a New Year because it means exciting new products & gift basket designs.
From our GIANT fortune Cookies with your personal message to our expanded Mrs Fields line, we think you will be entralled with our unique gifting ideas!
Check our website often over the next few weeks & of course, visit our showroom to see our trendy new look! Our very best wishes to all our loyal customers for a Happy, Healthy 2010!
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