The sweet, sweet end of winter is signaled by Maple Syrup Festival celebrations in Michigan and all over the northeastern United States. Growing up with an abundance of maple syrup producers in Michigan plus a family connection to Vermont, I’ve never been able to enjoy anything but the real thing when I sit down to […]
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Secrets for Valentine Cupcakes You’ll Adore
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it reminded me that it was time to get my baking supplies ordered so that I have them on hand for the baking extravaganza that proceeds the 14th of February. For many years, I have baked to commemorate special days throughout the year. Managers at my business, select […]
Argan Oil, Morocco’s Beauty Secret
While visiting Essaouira, Morocco a couple years ago, I was thrilled to go to a women’s co-operative outside of town that produced argan oil. I had started using argan oil as a moisturizer the year before and was excited to see the process in person. Over the last few years more and more women have […]