Of all the times to have technical difficulties ! The plug-in for the contact form on my site was being very temperamental (to say the least). As a result, the lovely holiday cookie recipes you so kindly submitted have been swallowed by a black hole, an internet vacuum of sorts. Even my wonderful brother (who [...]
There are so many cookie recipes that have struck my fancy over the years. They’ve been added to the list. The “to-be-tested” list, that is. Seriously. Talk about a weakness. When I came across several thumbprint recipes recently this cookie marched past the others all the way to the front of the line. I adore [...]
I’ve been wanting to try this recipe for a while. It is inspired by a recipe in the The Wheat-Free Cook: Gluten-Free Recipes for Everyone by Jaqueline Mallorca. As it baked in the oven, the aroma permeated the house. Next thing I know, my children came running downstairs shouting, “mommy, something smells really good!” and [...]
There is a small family-run organic farm stand about a mile from our house. The owner is fantastic and he always welcomes me with a warm smile followed by a nice chat while I peruse that days produce offerings. He has been my go-to man for the most incredible watermelon I have ever had in [...]
Two weeks ago, my husband and I welcomed a new baby girl into our family – Sarah. She is amazing – such a good baby and we as a family unit are adjusting to the newest member in stride. We’ve had incredible help and support from friends and family – but in particular from my [...]
Last week I was perusing the New York Times online and there was an article about Babycakes bakery in New York City. This particular bakery has received quite a bit of press over the last few years, primarily because they offer allergen free vegan baked goods. Most of their items are gluten free, casein free, [...]
This recipe is inspired by the New York Times original recipe as well as the stunning photos of Smitten Kitchen’s adaptation. Delish. I’m not a huge sweet person. But, every once in a while, I like to enjoy a little piece of heaven on the weekend for our “Sunday morning family breakfast extravanganza.” It’s been years since I’ve made something [...]