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 …

Like so many people, when I think of Christmas treats, I think, “Cookies!” and I don’t mean the kind left on your computer after a …

Grandma Maritz’s Sugar Cookies Makes about 90 and can be used in a cookie press, too. 1 cup butter at room temperature ½ cup canola …

Restaurants have been busy this month with corporate events, company celebrations, and club gatherings – all the usual December doings – as we enjoy the …

Fragrant and spicy, with aromas both exotic and everyday, baking gingerbread perfumed the house all afternoon. The molasses, ginger, and spice fragrance announced the Christmas …

Grandma Swallum’s (Gigi’s) Gingerbread Preheat oven to 350°   ½ cup Crisco ½ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp grated …

Ever had a dessert wine? When I ask this question, the usual answer is no. But these wines are a fascinating and intriguing – if …

Like many people, when I think of Christmas, I think, “Cookies!” and I don’t mean the kind left on your computer after a bout of …