I am Canadian. A Canadian living in the USA. When I lived in Canada, going to the bakery was one of my favorite things. I 'm not a baker (too many rules), but I really love eating baked goods (ZERO rules there!) Canadian bakeries are AMAZING - not only for the sweet … [Read more...]
Nuts and Bolts: A Christmas Tradition.
Joyeux Noel! (Merry Christmas in French!) I think it is safe to say that this is probably the number one favorite Christmas treat in our house! Every year, this is what marks the beginning of the holiday season. It was the same for me when I was growing up! Granny … [Read more...]
One Bowl Chocolate Cake
Happy Happy Dec 1, Boys! Only the best time of the year! There is so much magic in the air in the days leading up to Christmas Day. For me, it is all about the days leading up to Dec. 25 rather than the actual day. I love the feelings of goodwill and kindness that come from … [Read more...]
Cabbage Rolls
Dear Sons, It is funny how there are traditional foods that you grow up eating on a regular basis. You LOVE these foods. Yet once you are an adult, for whatever reason, you only make them once in a great while. I guess for me it depends on how complicated or intense a dish … [Read more...]
Pierogis (Ukrainian Dumplings)
Dear Sons, Growing up there was never any important family holiday where pierogies where not served. You would think that our family was Ukrainian or Polish.... we were/are not! Every Christmas, and birthday these were always the most anticipated treat on the menu. I can … [Read more...]