Brunch With Babs Shared a Surprising Tip for a Smooth Holiday...
Known as Brunch with Babs, Barbara Costello has become the internet's favorite resource for learning tips, tricks, and traditions that one might typically learn from their mom or grandma. The internet's grandma, if you will. She shares everything from what not to do with your live Christmas tree, a recipe for an easy but delicious sheet pan cake, how to keep flies out of the house, and of course, her viral Christmas Breakfast Casserole.
Learning from Family
Barbara shares that her love for hosting and cooking comes from observing her parents and grandparents since she was a little girl. Raised in an Italian household, she picked up skills like how to stretch a dollar and cook without a recipe. These early influences shaped her creativity and approach to holiday traditions.
Family Traditions and Recipes
With over 55 years of marriage under her belt, Barbara has collected and created numerous recipes that hold sentimental value for her family. Her Christmas cookbook, Celebrate with Babs, includes a special chapter on cookies and menus for Christmas Eve, Christmas Morning, and Christmas Day.
The Role of Technology
Surprisingly, Barbara credits Meta AI as her must-have for a smooth holiday season. With its quick answers and suggestions, Meta AI helps her in the kitchen, with gift planning, and organizing her schedule, relieving her of unnecessary stress during the festive period.
Finding Peace Amidst Chaos
Barbara emphasizes the importance of focusing on what truly matters during the holidays: faith and family. Through her "Slice of Peace" series on social media, she encourages her audience to take a step back, give thanks, and count their blessings, allowing life to be seen from a different perspective.
As we navigate through the holiday season, Barbara's tips and traditions remind us to cherish the moments that truly make this time of year special.
