I’m not great at grocery shopping planning. I know that is the secret of success in saving money and kitchen efficiency, but what can I say–I’m a rebel. I like to go with the flow of my moods, baking and cooking what I feel like instead of making a list and checking it twice, thrice, … [Read more…]
It’s easy to get caught up in the search for the latest and greatest of everything. Why wouldn’t we? We’re in the 21st Century–we have so much available to us that we should be taking advantage of. Why settle for less? There’s always something better, faster, smarter, sharper, sleeker out there–new, new, new! Sometimes, however, … [Read more…]
Last week, I ventured into the new territory of making caramel candies–Apple Cider Caramels, to be exact. The experience taught me two things: leave yourself plenty of time and never underestimate the value of paying for pre-cut candy wrappers. I’m not entirely new to caramel, however. I used to sell a nationally-known food brand at … [Read more…]
As the rest of my winter break from school slips away, I’m trying to pack in as much baking as possible. I should be working on my student film. Or that short story I planned on converting to a film script this spring. Maybe even read for pleasure. Instead, I spend my time browsing recipes … [Read more…]
I know I said I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions–which is true, I don’t. I don’t wait for the beginning of a new year to make changes in my life–I’m in a constant state of flux. But I do have some goals–some things I’d like to accomplish–that aren’t really changes, but more of a bucket … [Read more…]