With spring and summer coming up, one of the first things I look forward to is fresh berries. Berries of any kind will do because they are all wonderful. I make them into jams, jellies, compotes, pies, quick breads, beverages – you name it. Berries can make just about any dish come alive with color […]
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Letters To The Editor
March 23, 2010 in Uncategorized
I enjoy reading letters to the editor sections in newspapers and magazines. It’s always interesting to read what others are thinking about, giving opinions, or just venting. Two recent letters in the Chicago Tribune caught my eye. One was a real heartbreaker for anyone who loves family recipes. The writer expressed that her mother had passed away a few months […]
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