Americans love their July 4th celebrations, from the food to the fireworks. And I love my new red, white, and blue gift from our Finnish cousins. Take a peek and see what it is!
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Irish Soda Bread Muffins
It’s Irish Soda Bread for St. Patrick’s Day in the form of a muffin, with plump raisins and a hint of orange zest.

Irish Corned Beef and Cabbage
Looking for a corned beef and cabbage recipe for St. Patrick’s Day next week? Here’s my favorite!

If it’s Fat Tuesday, it must be Paczki Time!
March 2, 2014 in Culinary History, Food Events, Food Products, Holidays
It wouldn’t be Fat Tuesday without Polish Paczki. Get your fill before Ash Wednesday!

It’s New Year’s Eve!
December 31, 2013 in Holidays
Whether you are doing something exciting or just staying home around a cozy fire, have a wonderful New Year’s Eve!
Why I Started This Blog
I love cookbooks. I mean I really love them. I love to read them, treasure them, learn from them, and, of course, cook from them. To me, cookbooks take on a life all of their own. They are history, family, and memories. I have been collecting cookbooks and writing down treasured recipes of family, friends, and neighbors since about age twelve, which means I now own thousands of cookbooks, recipes, and clippings. Now I want to share them with you along with the many other culinary treasures of my cellar." - Debbie Vanni