From a new cookbook to a handy kitchen gadget -- these are the items our Chatelaine Kitchen team is buzzing about this month! More at Chatelaine.com!

Four things our food team loves this month!

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What is triple-tested? Our Food Team creates, develops and tests every recipe at least three times (sometimes more!) to make sure it’s delicious and foolproof. We also make sure it’s easy to follow and shop for. Our professional testers weigh all the ingredients for nutritional analysis, verify how long it takes to prep and cook each recipe and check if it can be made ahead. We re-taste and adjust as needed. To confirm results in different kitchens, recipes are also tested at home — by us or by you. Sign up to be a home tester: testing@chatelaine.com

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Designer Christine Flynn explains why she likes dressing her mantel with an antique stag head.

Mantel decorating idea for the holidays

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Holiday

Deck your halls with West Coast charm (think berries, branches and cedar) with tips and tricks from the girls behind this top B.C. design spot.

Create vintage Christmas decor with tips from Spruce Collective

In this month's editor's letter, Jane Francisco encourages everyone to take a step back and ask yourself how you <i>really</i> want to celebrate the festive season.

December 2013 editor's letter: Jane Francisco says to do Christmas your way!

Jane Francisco

Living

From the pop culture junkie to the ultimate foodie, you'll find gorgeous coffee-table books for every personality on your list.

December 2013

Four things our food team loves this month!

Mantel decorating idea for the holidays

Create vintage Christmas decor with tips from Spruce Collective

December 2013 editor's letter: Do Christmas your way!

Eight coffee-table books that make great gifts