With the long list of items on a Thanksgiving menu many people just opt to purchase the cans of Cranberry Sauce or buy some already made at a store. Honestly though, homemade Cranberry Sauce is probably the easiest thing to make. In fact, I think the whole meal is...

Ever since I ate a popover many years ago at The Zodiac Restaurant in Neiman Marcus I’ve been in love with them. These light airy hot little puffs of soft delicate bread captured my heart and palate. Of course, I’m not the only one. Both my children fell in...

Many of us know someone or have a family member who may be suffering from dementia. So when I read this article I thought I would share it with my readers. Of course, any one of us could suffer from dementia as well, in the years to come. If...

As you know I teach in-home culinary classes through my business At Home with Vicki Bensinger. Since 2004 when I brought my classes into your home I’ve had customers ask me when I taught a particular class, could they attend. Since the classes are all privately held in an...

Thanksgiving is just 15 days away. It’s traditionally the start of the winter holidays and where many of us spend hours on end cooking for family and friends. I love this time of year but many dread it and worry about how their meals are going to turn out...

Looking for a fun party idea for you and your friends this holiday season? Need to come up with some creative activities to do with your children while their off school? Consider having an in-home culinary class. Gingerbread House Making Party (ages 7 and up) Your kids will love...

Today is French Fridays with Dorie where I among other members of Dorie’s cooking club post photos of a recipe that we created from her book. This month we have 4 recipes to prepare where we choose which ones to fix each week. This week I made the Roast...

Were you able to guess what’s in the photo? Of course, NOT! I bet you thought they were mashed potatoes. Well guess again. If you’re like me you’re already thinking how you need to start watching what you eat before the holidays come in full force. I’ve definitely overdone...