Christmas Eve dinner in many Italian-American households features only fish—no meat is served. For some families, that means cooking up a feast—specifically, the Feast of the Seven Fishes. Thought to represent the seven sacraments or the seven hills of Rome, the menu usually includes some well-known ... Read More
Cooking Thai: Healthy Food Without a Sigh
Have you ever wanted to cook delicious AND healthy food? Thai food is some of the healthiest in the world and this hands-on workshop with Stacy Standley will show you how easy it is to prepare at home. Hot, sour, salty and sweet tastes are all rolled into simple cooking procedures. Many Thai ... Read More
The Fine Art of Cookie Decorating
Julie Raines will share tips and tricks to make plain cookies festive and beautiful. In this hands-on workshop, fill and use a decorating bag, discover options for how to color frosting, and practice using several decorating tips, making a feather design, and creating simple royal frosting flowers. ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: 93 degrees, 67% humidity, 0% chance of cooking
Once again, the humidity has descended upon us here in Maine. I thought for sure that it would be a short-lived heat wave, but I was wrong. As I listen to my air conditioner sputtering in the background, I contemplate what to make for supper. I can feel my energy level dwindling as I listen to the ... Read More
Cooking At 43° North: Buckle up, it’s blueberry season
August is here and that means only one thing in Maine: blueberry season. Those low-dwelling beauties taste the absolute best and are one of the healthiest of fruits. I needed to find a great blueberry recipe. I was on a mission yet again. My story started with a trip to the Orr’s Island ... Read More