A favorite cookie year-round and especially at Christmas, these thick, soft sandwich cookies filled with a vegan cream cheese frosting make lovely neighbor gifts and goodie-plate treats. Rich chocolatey cookie layers, a generous filling, and a tender texture make these crowd-pleasers. They are also free from gluten, dairy, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts, and can … Read more

When we bought 20 ducks from a local egg farm, our original plan was to raise them for meat. Once we started getting eggs, however, we decided to keep a few layers for ourselves. The challenge was that the flock contained birds of different ages, and we didn’t want to keep older hens that no … Read more

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Recipe This recipe comes from Cate, generously shared on Easypeasy-Lemonsqueezy. It’s a flavour-packed slow cooker shredded chicken—sometimes called pulled chicken—and Cate affectionately names it “Twisted Chicken.” A delicious mix of chicken, paprika and warming spices, finished with sautéed peppers and onions. It’s ideal for an easy evening meal; pop everything in … Read more

When a woman from Seattle who now lives in New York starts talking about making her own bagels, it’s understandable if you raise an eyebrow. Bagels practically grow on the streets of New York, and for a long time I assumed making them was something only an expert should do. But one autumn I decided … Read more

Cranberry Manhattan — a festive cranberry cocktail that’s easy to make and perfect for the holidays. Its vivid color also makes it a lovely choice for Valentine’s Day. Post may contain affiliate links; full disclosure is available on the sidebar. Click here to pin this Cranberry Manhattan now! Easy Christmas Cocktails When the holidays arrive, … Read more

I make impulse purchases. Often. It isn’t a full-blown problem — I’m aware of it — but it can feel overwhelming and a little burdensome. I could feel guilty about whatever I just bought, promise myself it won’t happen again, hide or discard the item, say a quick prayer, or eat chocolate to forget. But … Read more

Raspberry heart cake with soft raspberry layers, fruity fillings, and a vintage pink heart design for special occasions. I designed this raspberry heart cake as a bakery-style, vintage layer cake with clean piping, soft textures, and real raspberry flavor. This pink vintage heart cake combines raspberry cake layers, mascarpone frosting, and raspberry buttercream, making it … Read more

This honey cake with whipped mascarpone and fresh figs is a simple yet slightly exotic single-layer cake that makes a lovely weeknight treat with coffee or an elegant dessert to share on the weekend. Why you’ll love it This delicate, single-layer honey cake is packed with flavor while remaining easy to prepare. It yields a … Read more

Don’t sleep on this creamy cardamom rice pudding — it’s absolutely delicious. Made on the stovetop with just five main ingredients, this is a light yet cozy dessert I love to serve for guests, holidays, or relaxed Sunday dinners. Rice pudding is often underrated. It might feel old-fashioned, but that’s part of its charm — … Read more

If you think rice is boring, this dirty rice recipe will change your mind. Rich with bold Cajun-inspired flavours, it’s packed with vegetables and plant-based sausage so you can serve it as a satisfying one-dish meal or a hearty side. Every cuisine seems to have a signature rice dish, from Puerto Rican arroz con gandules … Read more