Leftover Maven: Grilled Flatbread with Sirloin, Caramelized Onions, Tomatoes, and Arugula Salad

I've heard that most Americans celebrate Independence Day with hamburgers and hot dogs.  Nothing says it's July 4th for us like gril...

Crumpets

Of all the things I ate in Australia , two stuck with me. One was flat white coffee . The other was crumpets. I had heard of them before. Yo...

Rewind: Impress Your Friends Dutch Apple Muffins

I don't know if it was Ellie over at Almost Bourdain or Little Teachow at The Little Teachow who inspired me, but I like the idea of r...

Chocolate Chip Scones

My friend and colleague Claudia invited me and my kids for a tea party at her new house, which is on the water. My beautiful friend Claudia...

Agave Banana Bread

I am the ultimate bouncer. I gain weight. I lose weight. And then I gain it again. I eat healthy. I eat with abandon. And so on. Well, I...

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

Becky Decatur is a fellow parent at school and her husband Jim is our esteemed Assistant Head of the Upper School. When she saw my chocolate...