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RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP November 7, 2025 Happy Friday We put up our first Christmas tree (yes, the decorating season has begun!). The Christmas channel reappeared on XM. And, on a rainy, dark morning, I walked into Starbucks to find… the red cup return! It felt like an early morning celebration on an ordinary Friday. This in-between moment—where fall is still here, but the holidays are just beginning to sparkle—is one of my favorites to cook. I love making food to share with neighbors,...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP October 31, 2025 Happy Friday As we close October and head into the coziest stretch of fall, I can’t think of a sweeter way to celebrate than with an easy Homemade Caramel Candy recipe I published this morning. It's soft, buttery, and perfectly chewy, and an old-fashioned favorite that feels like fall in every bite. It’s simple to make (just 5 ingredients!), and it fills your kitchen with the most irresistible aroma of caramelized sugar and butter. Whether you...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP October 17, 2025 Happy Friday The last half of October always feels like a celebration—pumpkins on the porch, leaves underfoot, and the scent of something cozy in the kitchen. This week I’m leaning into those fall flavors (and a little Halloween fun!) with easy treats, hearty dinners, and nourishing baked goods you’ll want on repeat. I’m starting something new on our free Substack this weekend—Soup Sunday. Each week, I’ll feature a favorite soup recipe, perfect...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP October 10, 2025 Happy Friday There’s something about this season that makes us turn toward the kitchen, the fragrance of warm cinnamon, pears ripening on the counter, and recipes that feel like tradition and comfort at the same time. I love how food can mark moments, whether it’s a favorite loaf of banana bread shared with family, or scones that brighten a chilly afternoon with a pot of tea. Last week, I shared a sweet note from one of you, and it resonated so...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP October 3, 2025 Happy Friday Every so often, I receive a note from a reader that literally makes my day. Last week, one sweet reader wrote: “Hi Stephanie, I have enjoyed your website for a couple of months now, I am always so pleased with your recipes. Also, your tea posts are excellent, and visually lovely. I am of German and Irish descent, and I love all your German recipes! This soup was delicious, and it has become a part of my soup rotation. Thanks for...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP September 26, 2025 Happy Friday As fall deepens, I’ve been taking my daily walk around the lake, watching the leaves turn to gold, russet, and cinnamon brown. In the early morning light, it’s a reminder of thankfulness — and a spark for bringing the season into the kitchen.Lately, that's meant cozy favorites: Butternut Squash Soup on repeat, Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole planned for the weekend, and Beef and Butternut Squash Chili for football days. I’ve also...

RECIPES | DINNERS | TEA | SHOP September 26, 2025 Happy Friday As fall deepens, I’ve been taking my daily walk around the lake, watching the leaves turn to gold, russet, and cinnamon brown. In the early morning light, it’s a reminder of thankfulness — and a spark for bringing the season into the kitchen.Lately, that's meant cozy favorites: Butternut Squash Soup on repeat, Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole planned for the weekend, and Beef and Butternut Squash Chili for football days. I’ve also...