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“Make it Joyful”—Easy Hosting for the Holidays and Beyond

“Make it Joyful”—Easy Hosting for the Holidays and Beyond

Update: 2025-11-26
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In this cozy, holiday-ready episode, Nicki sits down with cookbook author and entertaining pro Dan Pelosi to talk about what it really takes to host with joy—without burning out. Dan shares how his Italian American upbringing shaped his love of feeding people, how he protects the joy in his work as a food creator, and the simple mindset shifts and rituals that make gatherings feel more spacious, present, and fun.

Links:

* Get Dan's Pignoli Cookie Recipe (and win a copy of his book!): https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/p/dan-pelosi

* Mind, Body, Spirit, FOOD Newsletter: https://mindbodyspiritfood.substack.com/

* Pre-Order Nicki's new book: https://fromscratchfast.com/nicki-sizemore/

* Find Nicki on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickisizemore

* Dan’s website: https://danpelosi.com/

* Find Dan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grossypelosi/

* Order Dan’s new book, Let’s Party: https://bookshop.org/a/114665/9781454956785

* Nicki's Date Caramel Turtle Cookies: https://fromscratchfast.com/the-best-vegan-chocolate-turtles/



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“Make it Joyful”—Easy Hosting for the Holidays and Beyond

“Make it Joyful”—Easy Hosting for the Holidays and Beyond

Nicki Sizemore