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Julia and Paul

Think this blog is about Julia Child’s cookbook? Or maybe Julia Child and her husband Paul? Try again. Wait until you read the real truth.

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A Beatle’s Song for Today

Guess what today is?

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Archestratus Books & Foods

Archestratus Books & Foods was my first stop of visiting cookbook-only stores in New York. Not only did I find cookbooks, I found a cookbook soul mate!

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Breathing in New York City Air

It’s true what they say- this city never sleeps. But take the time to breathe in and breathe out, no matter how hard it can be at times.

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Finding Comfort and Peace

In loving memory of my niece Lisa, the daughter of my brother Alan and his wife Ellen; mother of Blake, Amanda, and Matthew.

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My (Finnish) Blue Valentine

Blue is my new favorite color for Valentine’s Day. Our big-hearted relative Leena from Finland sent me a gift for this day of love.

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Southern Pecans

We received a beautiful box of Southern Pecans for Christmas, and I immediately made a fragrant and wonderful nut mix with rosemary.

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Kropsu: Finnish Baked Pancake

Kropsu is the traditional Finnish baked pancake that our family enjoys after Christmas.

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