Baking is where farmer-to-cook and author of Dishing Up the Dirt?Andrea Bemis unwinds. The farm is my office, but the kitchen is my happy place, says Andrea. With days consumed working the land, cooking up farm-to-table dishes, and writing on her site, Andrea shares with us her favorite farm-fresh hack to flavoring chocolate chip cookies.The first time I infused a stick of b...

Long distance relationships can be challenging, but when its meant to be, youll do whatever it takes to keep that special someone close no matter the distance. When you cant be together in person, sending gifts is a special way to show your partner how much you love and miss them.Its the thought that counts, so any long distance relationship gift you send is sure to bring a ...

Bobby Flay might be coming to your town! Williams Sonoma is proud to partner with the celebrity chef for an upcoming series of book-signing events from Fairfax, Virginia to Houston, Texas. Each event ticket includes a copy of his brand-spanking-new cookbook, Bobby at Home: Fearless Flavors From My Kitchen. Bobby’s popularity launched with the Food Network show “T...

No one loves her Instant Pot more than you do. No one. Well, it’s time to prove it, up the ante, and host an electrifying (er, electric pressure-cooked) Thanksgiving. Because you can make Thanksgiving in an IP. Or, preferably, numerous IPs. Say, five. If you’re doing Friendsgiving, even better: Have one buddy whip up our outrageously good pumpkin cheesecake (a di...

Three-time Michelin Star winner, Chef Dominique Crenn, is known for her French roots and the magical touch she has with California’s freshest seasonal produce at her San Francisco-based restaurant. Her recipe for the classic French dessert, cherry clafoutis, makes the most of fresh cherries when they’re in season. Here, bursts of sweet-tart cherries are intersper...

The mothers and mother figures in our lives are irreplaceable. They deserve to feel loved and appreciated all year long, but especially on Mothers Day. Whether you want to write a card for your mother or a great mom you know, there are many ways to express how you feel. Check out these examples of Mothers Day messages to inspire you to write the perfect note.Mother’s D...

Traditionally, Thanksgiving is not a big gifting holiday, but it is about showing appreciation for others, especially those who selflessly decide to host Thanksgiving Dinner. And while its important to show up with an empty stomach, you dont want to show up empty handed to dinner. Weve assembled a few quick Thanksgiving gifts for the holiday host and hostess this year.Hostes...

Coffee is such a personal thing. You may like it strong and black while your spouse likes to load it up with cream and sugar. Maybe you like it piping hot but your coworker is happy to drink it after it's been languishing on her desk for a half hour. Or maybe you like it this way one day and that way another day, depending on your mood. See? So personal! To help you (yes, yo...

Andrea Bemis is not afraid of a little dirt. In fact, as the farmer and co-owner of Tumbleweed Farm in Orgeon, she embraces it. Whether it's working to create healthy soil on her farm, rinsing her dirt-caked boots after a day of harvesting, or posting a new recipe on her site, Dishing Up the Dirt, it's all a part of her love of cultivating fresh produce and transforming it i...

Plus: Alton Brown's smart coffee tip, new dairy-free ice cream that actually tastes good, and Trader Joe's commits to reducing plastic. Apparently you don't need a knife in order to eat a pineapple. Just peel it with your hands! [Eater]Alton Brown says you should add salt to your coffee to make it less bitter. [BuzzFeed]Cult-favorite ice cream brand, Jeni's Splendid Ice Crea...