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Off to France: Lincoln Culinary Student Living Her Dream

Julia Child once said, “Find something you are passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” Meredith Dawley, an International Baking & Pastry student at Lincoln Culinary Institute in Shelton, CT, personifies this sentiment. Growing

Black History Month – George Washington Carver

The desire to learn can be a driving force. In the case of George Washington Carver, it was the pursuit of knowledge that helped him achieve greatness. Born as a slave around 1864, Carver died

Celebrate Sachertorte recipes on December 5th!

Ending your dinner party with a decadent chocolate dessert is a memorable way to leave your guests full and impressed. December 5th is Sachertorte Day – why not try your hand at this unique torte

How to make French Toast for National French Toast Day

French toast is arguably one of our most indulgent breakfast dishes. It can be served with butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, fruit compote … the combinations are endless! How to make French Toast is fairly

Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes … From Scratch

What’s the most essential part of a Thanksgiving dinner, aside from a roast turkey showpiece? Some might say the stuffing, others a cranberry side dish, but we’ve got our money on mashed potatoes! There are

How to Make Turkey Gravy for Thanksgiving Dinner

You’ve got the turkey, you’ve got a delicious cranberry relish on the side – now, how about using the turkey drippings to make a succulent gravy that really complements the flavor of the bird? Follow

Relish the Day! Learn How to Make Cranberry Relish!

November 22nd is National Cranberry Relish Day! Cranberries are, undoubtedly, an acquired taste. You either love them or hate them due to their tart flavor. For those that love them, rejoice because a day was

How to Cook a Thanksgiving Turkey

One of the biggest questions around the holidays is always how to cook a Thanksgiving turkey. From defrosting and roasting to carving and serving – not to mention pairing the bird with sides like mashed

November 10th is National Vanilla Cupcake Day!

Who doesn’t love a good cupcake? A small, portion-controlled sugary treat to indulge in. The classic vanilla cupcake is the most popular of all the cupcakes, but do you know the history behind them? In

Labor Day Cookout Recipes with a Fruity Twist

It may be time to head back to school, but there’s still one more weekend to go this summer! If you’re planning to hit the grill this weekend, add a sweet twist to your meals