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Laurie Forster sits down with culinary tastemaker Chadwick Boyd for a festive chat about holiday entertaining that’s joyful, budget-friendly, and blissfully simple. Chadwick shares his journey from farm kid to celebrated food influencer, then walks listeners through standout recipes from his holiday guide—think holiday jam and cheese windows, Gruyère date–prosciutto bites, and his irresistible chocolate biscuit bark. Laurie adds wine pairings and gift ideas to round out the celebration, making this episode your go-to guide for cooking, sipping, and savoring the season with the people you love. 

Takeaways

 • Chadwick’s culinary roots began in a family that celebrated life through food
 • Great cooking comes from simple moments and quality ingredients
 • Holiday entertaining can be easy, fun, and accessible
 • Wine and non-alcoholic options both elevate the celebration
 • Thoughtful food-centric gifts make the season special
 • Memorable, unfussy dishes delight guests
 • Sharing food with your community enriches the experience 

Chadwick's Holiday Guide with Recipes: CLICK HERE

To get the Effie's Biscuits the recipes call for go to EffiesHomemade.com. Use code FreeShipCB to get free shipping. 

Chadwick's Gifts for the Food Lovers in Your Life: CLICK HERE

Wines Tasted

Dr Loosen Dry Riesling

Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais Nouveau

Banfi Rosa Regale Brachetto d'Acqui

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