St Louis Kids Magazine contacted me last week since I teach culinary classes here in town. They wanted to hear my thoughts on the benefits of cooking with children during the holidays and throughout the year. In addition, the traditions or memories holiday baking can create. Of course, I...

I’ve been so busy lately I barely have time for anything. So last Saturday night when we decided on having a pot luck dinner party with 14 people, I had to come up with a menu that I could prep in advance. Since I was teaching various culinary classes...

I don’t know about you but I’m already feeling the effects of the holidays. With all the cooking and parties to attend laden with a smorgasbord of food, my waistline feels like it’s spreading. Don’t get me wrong, I love all the party food, but honestly, last night all...

I think the idea of a cookie exchange sounds like so much fun. Although I cook an enormous amount I never seem to have the time to host a cookie exchange. When I do think about having one it’s usually too late to organize. Like today! I’d love to...

The other day I was at the store and saw this wonderful package of Campari tomatoes. I couldn’t resist so I put them in my basket and decided I’d figure out what to make with them later. Then last night I roasted a chicken for dinner and decided that...

There are so many great gadgets to use this time of year. As I had mentioned earlier in October I love the Vacuvin which makes a great gift to bring to a hostess but also one you can use as well. However, my most recent discovery that I absolutely...

This Thanksgiving I decided to make something different for dessert that I thought most everyone would enjoy, and they did! It was a Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle. I will say that the next time I make this, and there will be a next time, I will layer them in Individual...

Thanksgiving Day is a time to be thankful for everything we have and those around us. Although, while everyone gathers in the kitchen to cook, eat and mingle, oftentimes bits of food may drop onto the ground or you may willingly hand your dog a nibble, not realizing it...