holiday entertaining

French Onion Soup never gets old. No matter where I am in the world, if I see it on a  menu and…

Trying to pretend that I’m happy during any holiday is impossible. I want to be super mom and all “I’m so proud…

For most of the world Easter means springtime: tree buds bursting open, tiny flower heads pushing through soft earth, birdsong, kneesocks, marbles…

I can’t believe it’s almost Easter. I’m sure Christmas was just last week and yet the piles of smoked ham in all…

I thought it would be fun to give you a holiday party menu from recipes on my blog. A lovely way to get…

Every December, I’m on the hunt for a new-to-our-family Christmas treat. Last year’s Jasmine Orange Meltaways were fantastic, but take more time than…

Cheddar Parmesan Thumbprints are perfect party food. How many times have you been offered a snack at a cocktail party, tried to…

I over heard the cutest conversation at the super market this week. Two young women, clearly grocery shopping newbies; they were pushing…

Pear and Apple Salad for a crunchy start to Thanksgiving dinner. Most Thanksgiving dinner menus start with some manner of pureed root vegetable…

My grandmother’s pumpkin pie was legendary. Her crust was crisp and flaky. The filling was thick, creamy and heavenly spiced. Every Thanksgiving…