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Oatmeal Cornflake Cookies on Plate

Recipe Oatmeal Cornflake Cookies

I've been on a cookie kick lately. Since quitting my paralegal job to write full-time , I've found myself with more free time than I've had in years. I'm starting to reacquaint myself with leisure act...
Barley Bowl with Roasted Broccoli and Tofu

10 Terrific Tofu Recipes

Since I eat a primarily vegetarian diet, tofu is one of my go-to proteins. I actually didn't try tofu until college, when Mike introduced to me to the wonders of tofu stir fry. Since then, I've expanded my repertoire to include various cooking techniques, vinaigrettes, and sauces. Flavor-wise, tofu is a bit of a blank slate—it will soak up whatever seasonings you pair it with...
Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall

48 Hours in Hamburg

Hamburg is Germany's third-most visited city, hosting nearly seven million overnight visitors per year. However, relatively few of these tourists are from the United States. Maybe it's because Hamburg lacks the storybook charm of Bavaria, or maybe it just doesn't have the name recognition of Berlin.
Queen of Hearts Jam Tart Mad Hatter Anoka

The Mad Hatter: Tea in Anoka, Minnesota

It's impossible to miss—a stately white house on a hill overlooking Highway 169 in Anoka, Minnesota. Built in 1857, the house is now home to The Mad Hatter, a full-service restaurant that serves brunch and high tea. Since Mike and I developed a fondness for afternoon tea during our stay in London, we treated ourselves to a belated Valentine's Day tea last month.
Soba Noodle and Arugula Salad

Recipe Soba Noodle and Arugula Salad

I quit my paralegal job at the beginning of February to pursue my writing career full-time. It was the right decision, for a variety of reasons, and I'm incredibly fortunate to be in a situation where making the leap into self-employment was financially tenable. But even needed transitions can be difficult, especially when you are the sort of person who thrives on stability and routine.
Lowertown Pop 2018 Home & Gifts Products

Lowertown Pop 2018: Preview + Giveaway

I love to support local businesses, and recently I had the chance to take a sneak peak at some of the dozens of local artisans and craftspeople who will be selling their wares at Lowertown Pop, a maker event at St. Paul's Union Depot on Saturday, March 24, 2018. Featuring brewers, bakers, distillers, artists, musicians, and more, Lowertown Pop offers an opportunity to shop for unique local products.