King Arthur Flour baker MaryJane Robbins has some gingerbread house advice: It can be addicting. Learn her expert gingerbread house tips.
Cooking Advice
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Desserts
Shortbread Petticoat Tails
Rich, buttery shortbread is a favorite sweet treat during the Christmas season with Scottish roots. By preparing your holiday shortbread in a large round, cut into neat wedges, you’ll spare yourself the time and hassle of shaping individual cookies, and gain a lovely way to present your shortbread on the holiday dessert table. Don’t skimp […]
Massachusetts
Christmas on Nantucket | Come, Let’s Stroll!
The summer haven of Nantucket shines again on one special December weekend. Learn more about the Nantucket Christmas Stroll.
Desserts
Jumbo Ginger Molasses Cookies
Crispy edges, chewy centers, and the spicy aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves take these Jumbo Ginger Molasses Cookies from good to great. The dough comes together quickly, and by using a cookie scoop you’ll have perfect portions for uniform cookies. A quick roll in sugar and press-of-the-glass later, and you’re on your way to […]
I left my umbrella at home on purpose. It was a cold, dreary, late autumn afternoon and I thought that act of omission might clear the skies for my stay at the Deerfield Inn and my tour of Historic Deerfield’s antique homes in Deerfield, Massachusetts. My ploy did not work. Upon arrival, Deerfield was drizzly […]
Desserts
Meringue Cookies
With their crisp shell and slightly chewy interior, meringue cookies are delicate, melt-in-your-mouth magic.
Magazine
The Legacy | Marys Farm
The legacy of family has the power to unite us even during the holidays, even as we miss those who are missing.
Artist, writer, and the “queen of cozy” Susan Branch creates a real-life world of holiday magic in her Martha’s Vineyard home. Find cozy inspiration in Susan’s 2013 Christmas house tour.
Massachusetts
The Berkshires | Return to October Mountain
On the untamed side of the Berkshires, back roads and byways take visitors deep into autumn beauty and unexpected discoveries.
Desserts
Classic Holiday Cookies
Nothing welcomes guests into the home during the holidays like a freshly-baked plate of cookies. View a sampling of some of our favorite holiday cookies. [slideshow post_id=”531751″]
Desserts
Soft Pumpkin Cookies
With the changing leaves comes a craving (even a need) for all things pumpkin, and if you’re ready to move beyond the latte and muffin, a batch of soft pumpkin cookies is an easy way to get your pumpkin fix — with plenty to share! Pumpkin spice food is everywhere these days. On a recent […]
Massachusetts
The Big E | New England’s Largest Agricultural Fair
The Big E Fair is New England’s largest agricultural fair featuring food, animals, entertainment, and more! Check out this year’s dates here. I’m not sure how any New England kid (at least those of us within a few hours drive from western Mass) managed to get to adulthood without at least one visit to the Big E. […]