Last October, I was wandering through the fluorescent-lit aisles of my local grocery store when the unmistakable scent of cumin and roasted chilies hit me … Read more
This was meant to be a quick weeknight dinner—just some broccoli cheddar soup on the stove while I juggled emails and an overly enthusiastic cat … Read more
Introduction “Why not just toss in fresh orange zest instead of the peel?” my friend asked during our holiday prep. I started to explain why … Read more
It was 10:37 PM on a chilly Wednesday night, and a sudden craving for something warm and comforting hit me like a freight train. I … Read more
Last Halloween, I was crouched behind a display of pumpkins at the corner grocery store, trying to dodge the mad rush of last-minute shoppers, when … Read more
Last Saturday afternoon, I was wandering through the grocery store aisle when the faint aroma of cumin and roasted chili powder hit me — and … Read more
The Halloween party was in less than two hours, and I’d completely forgotten about bringing an appetizer. Everyone else would be showing up with those … Read more
Introduction Last October, I was fumbling with my usual Halloween drink ideas when my quirky neighbor, Marla, watched me struggling with muddling berries and mixing … Read more
Introduction “I never thought pumpkin pie was my thing,” said my college roommate for years. She’d grudgingly nibble on a slice at Thanksgiving, always with … Read more
Introduction This was supposed to be a simple batch of regular hot dogs wrapped in crescent rolls for a quick snack before a movie night. … Read more
