By Ann Cipperly On cold January days, hearty Italian dishes provide comforting meals that everyone in the family will enjoy and savor. Whether it is a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, stuffed shells, manicotti or another pasta dish, it can be prepared ahead and...

By Ann Cipperly If you are a chocoholic, you will be missing the Taste of Chocolate event this year, which has been presented annually for the past 19 years for the Beta Xi’s Scholarship Fund. While the event has been canceled due to COVID-19, members are inviting the...

By Ann Cipperly On New Year’s Eve, there will be plenty of us ready for this year to be over and ring in 2021 with hopes of it being much better. Instead of preparing a big meal, a cheese board, cheese fondue or assorted appetizers will feel more like a party for...

By Ann Cipperly As Christmas approaches, many of us are focused on the reason for the season more than ever. We are not busy planning or attending parties or other events. The dinner on Christmas day will be just for those who live in our home or a few family members...