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Classic Christmas Bakes

Every household has a few special recipes for the holiday season.  But there are some classic recipes that nearly everyone makes at least once for Christmas.  Here are our favorite versions of those classic Christmas bakes.
— Laurie Furber
Pomet

Pomet

A petite interview with the owner of our favorite new restaurant in Oakland, Ca.
— Sepi Shokouh
Catching Up with Frances Boswell

Catching Up with Frances Boswell

| image courtesy of Frances Boswell |

A conversation with Food Stylist and Editor, Frances Boswell.

— Sepi Shokouh
The Perfect Negroni: Michele's Go-To Summer Cocktail Recipe

The Perfect Negroni: Michele's Go-To Summer Cocktail Recipe

As the temperature rises and the sun shines brighter, it's time to embrace the flavors of summer with a classic cocktail that never fails to please the palate: the Negroni.
— Kelsey Schmidt
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A Conversation with Griffin Wilson

Griffin Wilson, also known as @cabincorn, is a special type of chef.  He's intimately acquainted with his ingredients and writes poetic odes to the mushroom and the radish.  

— Laurie Furber
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Pop! | Our Favorite Champagnes and Sparkling Wines

Yes, New Year's Eve owns champagne, but we think it's nice in the summer as well.  It's light, it's sparkly, and it's fun.  Read on for our top five for a Friday afternoon at the shop or a Sunday afternoon at the beach.  

— Laurie Furber
Recipe | Our Favorite Non-Alcoholic Elixirs

Recipe | Our Favorite Non-Alcoholic Elixirs

| image courtesy of bon appetit / photography by ditte isager |

Sometimes one craves the ritual of aperitivo, but not the alcohol (or the sweet/salty cravings that come with it).  Behold our favorite non-alcoholic drink recipes with all the interesting, balanced flavors of a well-crafted cocktail. 

— Laurie Furber
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Our Holiday Baking Guide

Baking is one of those things.  It makes the people around you feel loved and cared for, and it makes you feel calm and serene. it fills the house with warmth and homey smells, and it fills our hearts with joy. 
— Laurie Furber
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Our Easiest Cookie Recipes

Sometimes baking is just the thing to settle your mind and give you a fresh perspective on how to attack the upcoming afternoon, day, or week.  We like these easy recipes for a nice re-set.
— Laurie Furber
Lavender Lemon Spritzer S’il Vous Plait

Lavender Lemon Spritzer S'il Vous Plait

We spent the weekend enjoying the sun in our backyards, sipping on our favorite summer cocktail and catching up on our reading list. 
— Sepi Shokouh
Our Favorite Quick Brunch Recipes

Our Favorite Quick Brunch Recipes

We took a poll at the shop and unanimously agreed that brunch is the best meal of the day, especially in the summertime. The laidback and carefree nature of brunch makes it extra enjoyable; we love the way these slow mornings linger into the early afternoon hours of the day.
— Sepi Shokouh
The Only Brunch Recipe You’ll Need this Spring

The Only Brunch Recipe You'll Need this Spring

In anticipation of warmer weather and taking meals outside in the garden, Terra has channeled her creative energy into recipe testing to find the perfect brunch recipes for spring.
— Sepi Shokouh
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