I am not much of a bartender, not at all, really. It’s one of those things that has long been on my seemingly endless “I wish I knew how to…”-list. To be honest, drinks are probably the last thing I think about when preparing for a dinner party. Available choices in our house are usually … More The Not-so-sour Boston Sour
Vanilla crescent cookies, or Vanillekipferl, are arguably among the most popular Christmas cookies in Europe. And how could they not be? Tender, crumbly, slightly sweet almond cookies rolled in fragrant vanilla sugar, it simply doesn’t get any better than this. Vanillekipferl as we know them today are said to have originated in Vienna, Austria, though their history is … More Perfect Vanilla Almond Crescent Cookies
Sometimes a recipe comes into your life that is so simple and tasty that you will make it over and over and over again. This is one of those stories. It all started with a recipe for a swoon-worthy asparagus quiche that friends introduced me to. Now, I am always game for a good quiche, but … More Homemade Parmesan Crackers
Gingerbread houses are magical. They combine the joy of baking and the excitement of building something from scratch with the fun of playing and decorating (and, let’s be honest, eating a whole bunch of candy while you’re at it is another huge perk). Whether you are making one to entertain your kids or to indulge your inner child, … More Gingerbread House
Winter is not exactly my favorite time of the year. Yes, it’s nice to get all cozy and snug in front of a fire when it’s cold outside, and I do love snow, but the lack of sunlight is really getting to me during these long, dark months. However, there are a couple of things … More Cashew Toffee Cookies
In Germany, candied almonds are traditionally sold at fairs and Christmas markets. They are made fresh on the spot and packaged in small paper bags, so you can enjoy them while they are still warm and super crunchy. The good news is, you can easily make candied nuts at home in just 20 minutes. All you … More Candied Almonds
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