I cannot believe that in all the years of having this website, that I have never published my recipe for Chocolate Crackles. Today, I correct that oversight. Chocolate crackles are one of the best cookies to make for many reasons.… Continue Reading
When I put on my apron, I become Noni Doni. Then, especially during the holidays, I bring out a collection of favorite tried-and-true recipes I’ve relied upon for decades. Today is the first recipe, and 11 more will follow in… Continue Reading
It was a beautiful fall Sunday when I returned some items to The Home Depot. I was almost to my car when a woman I’d seen earlier inside the store with a dog on a leash ran after me and… Continue Reading
I often joke that someday, if someone wanted to test me for Alzheimer’s (of course, when I’m much, much older), skip the time-place-who’s president questions. Just ask me to recite the Sour Cream Coffee Cake recipe. Seriously, someone could wake… Continue Reading
For some time now, I’ve wanted to make a little cookbook for my grandchildren. Today I present to you the first Noni Doni cooking column. I’ll periodically publish some of my favorite recipes, some of which I’ve been making since… Continue Reading
Doni’s note: The recipes in this post were derived from a 2015 Thanksgiving encore column that featured some of my favorite recipes. I may have mentioned a time or 200 that Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. What’s not to love… Continue Reading
It’s almost Valentine’s Day. Don’t panic. Never fear, you still have time to make something chocolate for either your sweetheart or yourself (or both). I have three perfect recipes for you. First, I give you this absolutely terrific brownie… Continue Reading
I already talked about my obsession with making sourdough starter, something that I felt the urge to try right about the time California’s governor directed us to stay home because of the Covid-19 pandemic. As someone who’s already worked from… Continue Reading
It started with little glass jar with one of those old-timey snap-on lids. I have great sentimental attachment to this particular jar, as it belonged to beloved Mama Sue Economou, who passed away in September at age 98. This was… Continue Reading
Updated list of Redding restaurant information during the COVID-19 crisis. Source: Redding Restaurant Reviews Facebook group. Please call restaurants in advance for curbside, pick-up and delivery options. Airpark Cafe – closed until further notice Anthony’s Mediterranean – take-out Applebee’s –… Continue Reading
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