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Kitchen Gifts

(World) Peace on Earth

During the holidays you’re probably going to bake (and eat) some cookies. And I’m sure your Christmas cookie repertoire is amazing. But while you’ve got the mixer and the sifter and those teeny-tiny measuring spoons out, why not help promote peace on earth, too?

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Kitchen Gifts

Holiday Gift Guide

If you’re like me and haven’t bought one single present, I hope this list is helpful. If you’re one of those people who’s been done with their shopping since mid-July, I forgive you (even if you make the rest of us look bad). I hope all of your holidays are filled with fun family meals, delicious smells, sugar cookies, and plenty of cocktails. Merry merry!

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Feed the Kids

Life After LaLa Lunchbox

When it comes to technology, I’m not exactly an early adopter. My beloved yellow Filofax still sits proudly on my desk, and I’ve never even

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Books

Get Cooked

Some people geek out about Star Trek movie release dates or scoring tickets to Super Diamond. Me, I anxiously await new books by Michael Pollan.

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Local Food

Things I Like: Local Honey

If you pay attention to ingredients, you’ve probably noticed that agave nectar is everywhere these days. Since it’s marketed as a healthy alternative to refined

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