If you paused for a moment trying to determine the best pronunciation for charcuterie, you’re not alone. It is pronounced SHAAR-KOO-TREE. Outside of saying it correctly, you may also be wondering how to best select ingredients, arrange and present. Or you might be wondering how long you should leave it out for guests (or yourself). […]
Making Food Gifts with Children
One of the many things I enjoy doing this time of year is working with my children to make holiday gifts. Making and giving gifts is a great way to spend time together while strengthening bonds with children. But when the gifts you make are food, it is even more fun and delicious! Every holiday […]
Connections and Caring for the Holidays
The holidays are often full of joyous celebrations, good food, and rituals we look forward to each year. While these celebrations vary from individual to individual, family to family and culture to culture, the magic of these rituals is consistent… connection. Yet, for many, the holidays can be a time of vulnerability, isolation and loneliness. […]