One of my favorite holiday traditions is making cinnamon rolls for Christmas morning, and not just because they taste great. They also make the perfect festive prep-ahead breakfast, which is why I'm looking forward to extending my tradit…
While brunch is an all-year-around thing, there is something about spring that ups the ante. Between Easter, Mother's Day, and the good feeling that better weather brings, I can't help but get the urge to open the windows and call friend…
It’s no secret that I am a homemade pancake enthusiast, but everyone -- including me -- loves a good boxed pancake mix for one reason: pancakes in minutes. That is, as long as you don't end up with flapjacks that are dense and heavy, whi…
My motive for wanting to uncover the secret to crispy waffles is a bit selfish: As any family cook will understand, I feed myself last. So when I make a batch of waffles, the hot-off-the-griddle ones are gone by the time I sit down. Luke…
As much as I love to cook, I do not want to spend Christmas morning (or afternoon for that matter) in front of a hot stove. And if you're celebrating Hanukkah, which overlaps with Christmas this year, I'm sure you feel the same. Not when…
The silky, creamy texture of a poached egg on buttery toast is a breakfast lover's dream. If you are one of the many people—including me—who loves the sound of poached eggs but are intimidated by the process, I've got a trick from the ul…
I have no intention of stealing thunder from all the fabulous dads who deserve acknowledgment this Father's Day, but to say that this Maple Glazed Bacon is just for them is a lie. (I request it every Mother's Day too!) This recipe—which …
We've shared some really cute Father's Day breakfast ideas before, with everything from Dad-shaped pancakes to heart-shaped bacon . These adorable and really fun recipes are always a treat on a special day, but sometimes I think that may…
There are a lot of food blogs out there—so many that it's honestly hard to keep track. We're always on the lookout for new ones to share with you, and a new category with tons of emerging stand-outs is the dad food blog. So who better to…
Brunch is the classic Mother’s Day meal and Mimosas are the classic brunch drink. No complaints here about raising a glass to the fabulous mothers in my life with a glass of champagne with a splash of juice. In fact, I like Mimosas so mu…
You know us: The only thing that we love more than food is a great homemade gift. Put the two together and you get a homemade food gift that is made with the hands, comes from the heart, and fills the belly. There is no better combinatio…
The sweetest thing about Mother’s Day is that I think kids actually love taking care of mommy for a change. When you involve kids in the kitchen, it’s striking how proud they feel when they see the finished dish–and your happy expression…
Whether you're celebrating Easter with a family brunch or dinner with friends, we've got the Easter cocktail recipes you need to toast the holiday. And, bonus, all of these can be used to toast at any springy weekend meal with friends, y…
Easter morning at my house tends to be so busy just trying to get everyone dressed and out the door that there is never time for cooking. Even if I'm not hosting, but just taking a dish with me, I've found that it's absolutely neccessary…
I love cinnamon rolls—and I don't just mean eating them. I also love making them. There's something so satisfying about whipping up a simple, sweet yeasted dough and baking it up with butter, cinnamon, and sugar. Then there's the whole r…
For those of you who are history buffs, or perhaps because you observe Lent, you know that today is Shrove Tuesday. For those of you in New Orleans, it’s the infamous Mardis Gras, the French translation for “Fat Tuesday.” And for many ot…
I love colorful holiday food as much as the next person but, though I'm usually an everything in moderation kind of parent, artificial food color doesn't sit well with me. Of course my children eat candy at the movies and on Halloween, a…
If you ever need a reminder of what the holidays are about, watch a child on Christmas morning. The excitement is palpable and the magic is real. I just want to soak it all in, but I also want a top-notch brunch to kick off the holiday. …
Some nights—okay, a lot of them—I go to bed dreaming about what I want for breakfast. Usually, it’s pancakes. But, alas, morning comes and reality sets in. I’m slow to get up, I waste twenty minutes negotiating an outfit for my toddler, …
For starters, what is stone fruit? I've always thought that it must have something to do with the rock-hard pit in the middle of my peaches, but it seemed too obvious. Turns out, I was exactly right. Stone fruits -- like peaches, nectari…
One way to start the day right this coming Father's Day is by making a special breakfast just for your favorite dad. These recipes are simple, delicious, and festive. Many are also easy enough that the kids can help. (And, if not, have t…
Pancakes get all the glory, but the truth is that their preferred status is based on a lie. See, most folks think that waffles can be made with pancake batter, which makes them nothing more than pancakes in a fussier shape (that requires…