Cold-Oven Crispy Wings
Kara Bordson2026-02-04T09:38:19-07:00Comfort food should do more than fill you up. It should restore you a little, too. This one always does for me, and I hope it finds its way to your table this winter.
February 2026
What’s in My… Laundry Room?
Kara Bordson2026-02-04T08:54:57-07:00I’ve learned that when the essentials are in place, mixing becomes second nature, and always more fun. Here’s the setup I have at home so you can easily make it your own.
Cooking with Merlot: The Flavor Thread
Kara Bordson2026-02-03T09:10:25-07:00I think of Merlot as the thread that ties a dish together. It links the sear at the bottom of the pan to the sauce that follows. It gives shape to a marinade, depth to a reduction, and warmth to the kind of food I make this time of year.
January 2026
White Chicken Chili
Kara Bordson2026-02-03T09:07:15-07:00Comfort food should do more than fill you up. It should restore you a little, too. This one always does for me, and I hope it finds its way to your table this winter.
Simple White Beans
Kara Bordson2026-01-08T08:44:35-07:00If you’re looking for a one-pot dish that’s full of flavor, texture, and versatility, this recipe is worth keeping in your rotation.
Homemade Bathroom Cleaner Formula
Kara Bordson2026-01-08T08:36:00-07:00This is the bathroom cleaner that has earned its place under the sink.
October 2025
Rosemary Reverie Cocktail
Kara Bordson2026-01-06T13:22:48-07:00It nods to seasonal ingredients and the pleasure of a winter evening with friends: rosemary that’s herbal and bright, apple that’s crisp and tart, and a lift of bubbles that feels quietly festive.
Cart Confidential
Kara Bordson2025-11-04T20:14:52-07:00I’ve learned that when the essentials are in place, mixing becomes second nature, and always more fun. Here’s the setup I have at home so you can easily make it your own.
Epic Grilled Cheese
Kara Bordson2025-10-31T07:55:49-07:00There’s something timeless about grilled cheese. In the early days of fall, when the air turns crisp and the garden begins to quiet, it’s exactly what I find myself craving.
September 2025
What’s in My Wine Toolbox?
Kara Bordson2025-09-18T20:36:28-07:00There are so many wine tools out there—it’s hard to know what actually helps and what just fills a drawer.