Christmas: Cinnamon Rolls and a trip to San Diego
When I was growing up, and when my mom cooked more, she would always make cinnamon rolls on Christmas morning. I don’t know how long it was a tradition, but it was enough to cement in my mind that cinnamon rolls are synonymous with Christmas morning. As the years went on, the labor of making … Read more
Munich at Christmas Time
I had the pleasure to spend Christmas in Germany this year. With friends to visit, I was off for a week-long getaway complete with warm cocktails, great heights and nostalgic food. I got to practice my German, which continues to astonish me each time I return – the fact that when I first moved there … Read more
Herb Salts
The holidays have slowly, then rapidly, crept up and now with the start of Hanukkah last night and Christmas in 4 days, I think it’s safe to say they are here. Though that doesn’t mean that we have all finished shopping, preparing, cooking, or gifting in any way. Home-made herb salts are a lovely gift … Read more
Christmas & Cardamom Crescent Cookies
I know it’s only December 2, but I’ve had Christmas set up in my house for 5 days now. It’s one of my favorite times of year and I’ve been collecting for this holiday for a few years now – every year since I’ve lived in San Francisco, I’ve allowed myself to buy a couple … Read more



