Cake Mix Cookies: A Sweet and Simple Valentine’s Day Treat

JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Think outside the box this Valentine’s Day by making Cake Mix Cookies, a charming way to bring a little extra love to your sweethearts. With just three ingredients – your favorite cake mix, eggs and vegetable oil – you can whip up a batch of soft, chewy cookies in minutes. The simplicity makes them perfect for baking with kids, turning the kitchen … Continue reading Cake Mix Cookies: A Sweet and Simple Valentine’s Day Treat

Prepare ahead for a less stressful holiday season

The most wonderful time of the year can be a whirlwind! With a flurry of festive activities, shopping, and family gatherings, Christmas can quickly turn from joyful to overwhelming. However, a little advance planning can make all the difference in ensuring a calm and enjoyable season. Continue reading Prepare ahead for a less stressful holiday season

Legends, facts, haunt Sylvania history

Ravine Cemetery is a lovely bit of green space in the center of Sylvania. It also may be haunted. Authors, paranormal investigators, and local historians claim that a local woman can be seen at dawn three times a year in a flowing white robe…searching for the graves of her three deceased husbands on the anniversaries of their deaths. Continue reading Legends, facts, haunt Sylvania history

Capture the essence of autumn with Pumpkin Spice

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, pumpkin spice takes center stage on October 1, National Pumpkin Spice Day. Synonymous with fall, the beloved flavor, finds its way into baked goods, lattes, and even candles, filling homes and cafes with its warm and comforting aroma. Continue reading Capture the essence of autumn with Pumpkin Spice

Fresh take: the flavors of Caprese Salad

The fresh flavors of Caprese salad are a celebration of simplicity and the finest of late summer ingredients. Named after the island of Capri, this Italian classic brings together ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of olive oil to create a dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious Continue reading Fresh take: the flavors of Caprese Salad