Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) celebrates the 1862 Mexican victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla. While it sees limited significance in Mexico itself, the date is observed nationwide in the United States as a celebration of Mexican heritage and pride. Parades are very popular, lively games are played by the children, […]
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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