Homemade Amaro
What is Amaro, you say? It’s an Italian liqueur served as a digestif drink after a meal and also used in cocktails. Amaro means bitter, yet this libation has more
Kransekake
There’s no big Norwegian celebration without a Kransekake. It’s a must at weddings and in our family: a holiday tradition. As most special holiday treats, it does take a bit
Gifts from the Kitchen: Soft-chew Salted Caramels
Actually, chew isn’t really the right word. These are melt in your mouth goodness. I bet you can’t eat just one. And they’re easy to make, but do take some
Gravlaks: Cure Your Fish for the Perfect Appetizer
The holiday season is approaching, and gravlaks with mustard sauce has become a Christmas Eve appetizer tradition in our extended family. And it’s also my go-to appie for potlucks and other parties
Make your own Amaro
What is Amaro, you say? It’s an Italian liqueur served as a digestif drink after a meal and also used in cocktails. Amaro means bitter, yet this libation has more
Gifts from the Kitchen: Liquored Lemons in Limoncello
There’s something satisfying about nurturing food and drink over time. Sense of anticipation. Coddling. Making Limoncello is one such experience. Shaking the jar once a day, sometimes twice, admiring the
