Thanks to an extremely busy fall travel season that has taken me from Phoenix to St. Louis to the Caribbean and, soon, Paris, my holiday baking has gotten off to a slow start. I know Christmas is ...

Of all the Christmas goodies that hosts and hostesses have traditionally laid by for drop-in guests during the holidays, cheese straws speak close to my heart. My mother had a special tin she always ...

An easy way to add a little seasonal flair to your favorite beverage container is to top the straw with a colorful cap. For instance, for a very reasonable price, you can buy a set of six reusable ...