The start of October, with its fall colors and crisp air, can evoke a variety of feelings. This time of year is always special to me, because once the weather changes, it’s all about baking in my house! I love to bake sweet treats to share with family and friends, and in October I love to make cupcakes.…
With fall on the horizon and the new school year still fresh in our minds, we’ve been thinking a lot about childhood comfort foods. You know, the kinds of warm, satisfying foods you might have enjoyed in the lunchroom or on a lazy fall Saturday at home. And, let’s be honest, the kinds of foods that got us…
Cruise through the profile of any popular Instagram foodie from a big city and you’re bound to encounter a gallery filled with over-the-top desserts: Colossal cookies, ornate cakes, and overflowing frozen treats decorated like a child’s sugar-fueled dream. We’ve grown fond of the type of milk shakes made popular by a variety of Chicagoland establishments, which manage to…
There’s something so satisfying about simple burgers, hot dogs or brats cooked over the open flame of your backyard grill. These barbecue regulars are tasty, easy to make, and perfect for a typical summer evening. But sometimes we crave something that’s not served on a bun, something with some more complex flavors. Thankfully, you don’t need a culinary…
Summer is cruising along at a blistering pace, and as we approach the halfway mark, it’s a great time to slow down a bit and do a little self-assessment. With seemingly endless barbecues and weekend nights out, we’ve got more than a few monster burgers, margaritas, and sweet desserts under our belts (literally). This week, we’re going to…
This summer is flying by—as it seems to every year—and now we find ourselves just a few days away from the Fourth of July. Having the holiday stuck smack dab in the middle of the week has its pros and its cons. While it’s nice to get a break in the work week, you might find yourself scrambling…
We’re a couple days into summer right now, and while the weather around here hasn’t really been cooperating, that doesn’t mean we’re not going to be eating like it’s 90° outside. And that means, yes, its time to start consuming copious amounts of ice cream. We’re under no delusion that ice cream is good for you—though there are…
Still need a Father’s Day gift? DIY BBQ rub to the rescue! Father’s Day is two days away, and you might find yourself in a bit of a jam in the gift-getting department. Maybe you procrastinated, and now it’s too late to have a new BBQ grill delivered, or maybe you’re a little strapped for cash. Or maybe…
Continuing our recent theme of wonderful warm weather recipes, these Lemon Cheescake Mousse Cups are guaranteed to be a hit at your next summer party. They’re part decadent cheesecake and part light, whipped mousse—with a little bit of lemon bar thrown in for good measure. It’s three of our favorite desserts combined into one easy-to-serve dish. Fair warning,…
It’s the season for backyard BBQs, and while the ol’ chips and dip routine is fun, sometimes you want to mix it up and bring something a little different. This week, we add a little spice to your snack game with this recipe for Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus and fresh-baked pita chips. Hummus has been enjoying its time in…
