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Potato and Leek Soup… There’s something almost magical about a soup that requires just six ingredients yet delivers the kind of comfort that makes you want to curl up withRead More

An Irish Favorite for Chilly Days… Irish coffee was created in the 1940s by Joe Sheridan, a chef and bartender at an airbase restaurant in Ireland. Faced with cold, tired travelersRead More

Margarita Sames Popularizes a Timeless Cocktail… The margarita is more than a cocktail—it’s a classic. Many trace its popularity to Margarita Sames, who is said to have served the drink atRead More

Don’s Sandwich Shop in Redding… Walk into Don’s Sandwich Shop on Bechelli Lane and the first thing that hits you is the smell–freshly baked bread mingling with slow-cooked meats andRead More

Ruth Wakefield Invents the Chocolate Chip Cookie… The chocolate chip cookie wasn’t the result of a long experiment—it was a happy accident. In the 1930s, Ruth Wakefield, co-owner of theRead More

Aimée Sunseri’s winemaking journey to New Clairvaux… Walking into Aimée Sunseri’s office is like entering a world of alchemy. A wondrous place full of test tubes and mixers. A placeRead More

Claudia Licata’s Road from Kitchen to Catering… If you ask Claudia Licata when she first learned to cook, she’ll tell you it started at birth.  Her grandmother, an Italian immigrant whoRead More

February 2026 Recipe… Silky and elegant, panna cotta with raspberry sauce is a simple yet impressive dessert. The creamy vanilla base pairs perfectly with the bright, tangy raspberry sauce, making it anRead More

A Cozy Lobster Risotto For Two… For Valentine’s Day, there’s something romantic about taking your time in the kitchen – stirring, tasting and letting a dish slowly come together. ThisRead More

Ladle Full of Love Brings Comfort, Nutrition and Connection… An early childhood experience turned out to be a harbinger of great things to come for Kristina Pollycutt, founder of Ladle FullRead More

Buttercups and Brown Sugar blends Family and Tradition… For Carrie-Anne and Grace Crawford, the mother-daughter duo behind the cottage-based Buttercups and Brown Sugar Bakery in Lake Shastina, there’s a lot moreRead More

January 2026 Recipe… This winter crostini recipe is the perfect mix of cozy flavors and fresh, bright textures. Creamy whipped feta pairs with roasted veggies and pomegranate for an appetizerRead More

Avocado Chocolate Mousse… f you’re anything like me, the start of a new year brings a familiar mix of optimism and overwhelm. Maybe you’re hoping to eat healthier, move more,Read More

December Recipe 2025… The holiday season is a wonderful time to do some baking! These gingerbread cupcakes are perfectly flavored with warm gingerbread spices and deliciously paired with chocolate buttercreamRead More

Peter Chu’s Skyroom Continues to Satisfy with Authenticity… Along with receiving many accolades over the years and voted best airport restaurant in America by “Men’s Health” magazine, Peter Chu’s SkyroomRead More

The Clandestino Offers Wine, Tapas and Connection… My philosophy of business is very easy. I don’t want to just sell wine. I want to sell an experience,” explains Nicolas TenaRead More

November 2025 Recipe… This dish takes humble sweet potatoes and elevates them with warm spices, a hint of maple and a crunchy pecan topping. It’s perfect for fall dinners orRead More

The Easiest, Most Versatile, Breakfast Casserole Ever… When November rolls around, many of us start thinking about holiday gatherings, family visits and mornings when a houseful of relatives needs toRead More

AhHome Chocolate Builds Community in Weaverville… Om” (pronounced “aum”) is the sacred syllable in Hinduism and other ancient religions which symbolizes the connection with the world. And “A ho” isRead More

October 2025 Recipe – Pumpkin Bread… This moist Pumpkin Bread is the perfect blend of sweet spices and tender pumpkin flavor—soft, comforting and ideal for fall (or any time you crave cozyRead More