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Unlocking the Mystery: Why Alcohol Is a Chef’s Best Friend
Why use alcohol like vodka in cooking if it just evaporates during the process? What benefit does it provide if it seems like all of it is cooked away? Cooking with alcohol isn't limited to just wines and spirits like vodka; around the world, unique alcohols play pivotal roles in traditional dishes, bringing out flavors…
Score Big Savings: The Best Deals for Memorial Day Weekend 2024 for Parents
Memorial Day weekend isn’t just for BBQs and beach trips—it's also a golden opportunity for families to even snag some of the best deals of the year. Whether you're looking to upgrade your backyard, home tech, refresh your family wardrobe, or score last-minute discounts on family travel, here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate…
Five Best Practices for School Success
“You don’t have to make it perfect, but you can make it great.” – Alessio, my 5-year old son, advising his frustrated little sister on why her squiggly lines are okay in her first attempts at writing the alphabet
It’s back-to-school time again. In families across America the homework showdowns have already begun. Parents struggle with homework almost as much as kids do. After a full day at school, it’s hard to get …
The Best Way to Cook Boneless Shoulder Steak
A boneless shoulder steak is a specific cut of meat that comes from the chuck shoulder roast. The steak is cut about an inch thick and normally weighs around 10 ounces. The cut is quite flavorful and relatively inexpensive; however, it can be a little tough since it contains very little fat. You should not…
Be Your Kid’s Best Parent, Not Their Best Friend!
Mom, are you my friend? (and we are not talking Facebook Friend here.) Those are the 5 words my son asked me. That small question made me think – how do I want to answer this? It had me pondering what other mothers thought about the idea of being their childs friend. But before I share their thoughts, let me tell you my own. “No, I am not your friend, I am your mom, is what I told my 10-year-old son. But the conversation didnt stop there – he went on to ask me if I was friends with my own parents. That one was an easy answer – “No” – and although my parents weren’t always perfect, one thing they definitely did do right is that they never tried to be my friend (at least until I became an adult).