It’s Spring! Crocuses and snowdrops dot the greening grass, tulips are pushing their way up through the hard soil, tiny buds are on the trees, and the first daffodils are beginning to bloom. Yes, spring has arrived. And yet, the…
“Don’t play with your food!” Let’s face it, we’ve all heard, have had said to us, or have said this phrase ourselves to the miniature humans who depend on us. One day I was wondering where this phrase came from,…
There are few things in life more enjoyable than a fresh, flakey pastry. I love visiting coffee shops, picking something from the display case, and pairing it with a cup of coffee. Sitting down to savor the perfect combination feels…
Have you ever heard of Mother Sauces? If you haven’t, I’m sure you’ve experienced them before, either when eating out or even perhaps in your own kitchen. The five Mother Sauces are foundational parts of modern French cooking, and by…
Whether you love or hate winter, everyone could use something to bring warmth to these long, cold days. A sweet, moist orange cake is the perfect pick-me-up, indulging the senses in so many ways. The bright oranges cheer up the…
Tis’ the season for colds, coughs, and sniffles. I woke up this morning with the start of a sore throat, so it was perfect timing that I was planning to make this recipe today. Whether you want to stave off…
One delightful Christmas tradition of olde that is sure to keep you cozy during these chilly 12 days of Christmas is enjoying a mug of freshly mulled apple cider. Mulling cider is a simple process that turns normal, delicious cider…
During these bitter winter days, it seems like all we see around us in nature are drab grays and browns. The bare orchard trees shiver in the wind, and the muddy fields with their muted yellows and browns remind us…
Nothing says the holidays quite like a freshly baked fruit pie. Growing up, we enjoyed apple, rhubarb, and blueberry pastries during all our special occasions. I’ve made many fruit pies in my life, but never before this recipe did I…
Preparing a full Thanksgiving meal can be a lot of work, so I love discovering recipes that complement the spread beautifully while still being incredibly easy to put together. These apple cider glazed carrots are the perfect addition to any…