The best part about Independence Day—fireworks and summer activities, aside—is how simple is can be to celebrate. Unlike other major holidays, where one or a few family members are tasked with cooking the majority of a meal (I'm looking at you, Thanksgiving), the Fourth always ...read more
As soon as local strawberries pop up at the farmers' market, I can't help envisioning them in summertime desserts - a classic tart, homemade-ice-cream-turned-bon-bons, or incorporated into a rhubarb pie. But when it comes to simple dishes that really let the strawberries remain ...read more
Strawberry shortcake is one of those desserts that is just as fantastic now as it was when I was a child.* What's even more exciting is how easy it is to whip together on a random weeknight when strawberries are finally in season (I made an exception a couple months ago here). ...read more