Julie Kendrick

The no-bake phenomenon entered the culinary scene in the years before World War II, peaking in the decades following, when food manufacturers printed recipes right on their packaging. At a time when speed and convenience were the ultimate modern statements, home cooks loved the idea of making cookies without turning on the oven.

Diana Nyad completed her most memorable athletic feat at age 64, but she’s aiming for new goals now.

For artist Mary Closner, any time is the right time to hang a decorative wreath.

Interview with HGTV's Chris Lambton

Like ugly Christmas sweaters, terrible holiday movies are an inexplicable part of what makes this season so wonderful.

Three California women, inspired by the beauty of coastal living & their enduring friendship, started a candle company that's a Costco bestseller. Here's my profile for Costco Connection magazine.

If you haven't heard of Chermpumple, Pumpecapple or Piecaken, brace yourself. Here's a slice-by-slice timeline of how the world's weirdest dessert came to be.

Snack Mix and A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving; Shibboleth Sandwiches and The West Wing; Moo Goo Gai Pan takeout and The Bob Newhart Show; Trifle and Friends; Rolls and Gilmore Girls; Chocolate Milk and Master of None

A guide on how to explore your favorite familiar cities in a brand-new way.

Hate soggy crusts? Get a pie bird.

Forget grizzly bears and killer whales — for many of us, the most terrifying creature on earth is a cooked turkey, fresh from the oven and waiting to be carved.

No roasting rack? No problem.

It's always a good idea to add more cream cheese.

Let your refrigerator & freezer be your new best friends.

With cold, flu and COVID season looming, one of the easiest ways to strengthen your immune system is by getting enough zinc.