Can you almost smell them? With the help of my little chef, Andrew (who did all the pie crimping himself), our pies are perfect and waiting to be served tomorrow after a bountiful, traditional Thanksgiving meal. My brother and sister-in-law arrived this afternoon along with my folks, and a
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We made our family’s secret recipe Chex Party Mix tonight so I could take a few photographs for the new book. Since I’m among friends, I thought I’d share it with you in advance of the book’s release. Once again, our kitchen has that wonderful savory, spicy smell that
Read more →Neglected…. Isn’t this tomato just nasty looking? I never knew tomatoes could grow “hair.” But that’s what happens when left alone and forgotten on my kitchen window sill. Like my tomatoes, I am a little behind in updating the blog. So sorry! It’s been awhile since I last posted.
Read more →Frohe Ostern, which means Happy Easter! Such a glorious time of year and so much to feel joyous about. Spring has sprung in abundance here in Sindelfingen — the forsythias are the most exuberant shade of yellow, and the daffodils and tulips are in full bloom. I even saw some
Read more →Tuesday, January 6th was a German holiday: Three Kings Day. I’ve never known the actual significance of this day, but it must celebrate the quest of the three wisemen bearing gifts to the Christ child. The doorbell rang late yesterday afternoon and when I answered the door, there were three
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