You have amazing women friends, but when was the last time you made time just for them? Children, work, spouse, volunteer obligations, exercise—they can keep you busy 24/7 if you let them. But friends make our lives richer, deeper and better. They remind us that we’re beautiful, important (not just because we drive a minivan), […]
My father-in-law is a proud owner of a singing fish plaque. My husband periodically wears his Mickey Mouse golf tie, which thrills our children. I still consider “Real Men Change Diapers” to be a classic T-shirt slogan. When it come to Father’s Day gifts, anything goes. In the tradition of wacky and tacky, here […]
Most families have a hell day. Each kid is going in a different direction, and dinner isn’t going to be a sit-down meal…unless everyone’s willing to eat late and tolerate cranky kids. But if you pack a cooler with these appetizer-inspired sandwiches, dinner can be enjoyed on the sidelines (call it a tailgate picnic) while […]
This vegetarian entree is Cafe Too’s biggest seller and a snap to put together. It has a long ingredient list, but they’re easy to find and give the beans a zippy-but-kid-friendly flavor. Black Bean Burger Makes 4-6 patties Active time: 30 minutes Total time: 2-3 hours Ingredients 3 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained […]
Ann Eloe and Kim Williams greet customers who walk into Cafe Too with smiles and warmth, just as you would expect in any neighborhood.
Even the littlest gardens can yield big rewards. You can plant a small container garden of herbs and keep it on your windowsill now. When the weather warms up, you can move it outside but keep it close to your kitchen.
My friend Mimi Rodman suggested this recipe. It turns Italian sausages into a meal and, best of all, only dirties one pan. The hash browns were a huge hit and totally easy to make. Sweet Italian Sausages with Hash Browns Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Ingredients 4 Italian sausages 1 […]
I’m not big on conspiracy theories, but when those Girl Scout cookies start showing up exactly one month before spring break, it makes one wonder. Who plans these things?
I love to eat out. Any meal, it’s a pleasure to sit and read a menu and have someone else turn raw ingredients into beautiful plates of food. Except for Mother’s Day.
If you’re interested in eating locally grown fruits and vegetables, but don’t have the time or space to start your own tomato patch, think about buying a share in a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture). A CSA is a relationship between you and a farm. You purchase a share before the growing season begins. Once that […]
