It’s somewhat common knowledge that I boost my baked goods with almond extract instead of, or in tandem with, vanilla. But now I’ve added a third extract to the extravaganza: cinnamon. Beyond being an ...

It was during a recent class on holiday cooking that the subject of vanilla extract came up. One of the items I made was a trendy salted caramel sauce flavored with homemade vanilla. Well, there was ...

I know what you’re thinking: “Christmas? Already? Can’t we at least make it to Halloween before we start getting bombarded with end-of-year holiday hoopla?” I feel you. Seriously. I do. But if you’re ...

When choosing a nonalcoholic alternative for a recipe, it can help to consider what the alcohol was meant to do originally.

Rose water is one of those ingredients I've always appreciated in something prepared by someone else, but I've shied away from using it in my own preparations. I tend to omit it entirely or simply ...

Picking produce at its prime ensures every mouthful is worthwhile. In this second excerpt from her new cookbook, our columnist shares ideas for vibrant autumnal platefuls ...

This is the easy vanilla cupcake recipe we turn to for bake sales and school functions. It’s quick and easy and fairly foolproof. Get creative with the sprinkles or add a few drops of food colouring ...