Frank's Feast

In December I recommended a hand-turned wooden spurtle from Seafoam Woodturning http://seafoamwoodturning.com/ in Nova Scotia as a useful kitchen tool and welcome Christmas gift. Now, I’ve …

Down on the South Carolina shore, I was in my shirtsleeves contemplating a northeast weather forecast for temperatures in the teens with snow on the …

Restaurants get started for all kinds of reasons. Some present a distinctive international cuisine. Others showcase the cooking of a particular chef – usually with …

“People make fun of fruit cakes, but I like them.” said cousin Joyce. Joyce is visiting from Macon, Georgia, original home of the Claxton Bakery, …

At the end of this season’s hustle and bustle, after the excitement of Santa and presents under the tree, families and friends gather for Christmas …

It’s just about a week till Christmas. Shopping done?  Neither is mine. But I’m here to help! A good beverage store can be the answer …

I have a conflicted relationship with cookies.  They’re made with good things, but they’re not always good for you – particularly if it’s impossible to …

When your Christmas list includes cooks, eaters, and food lovers, the shopping is easy and fun.  Here are a few gift ideas and sources for …

This year we’ll be out of town for Thanksgiving.  It’s a new chapter in our celebration of this annual eating extravaganza – away from our …

Hard cider could be the next big thing.  It’s always been popular in Europe and was a common beverage for American settlers and farmers. Now, …