As luck of the calendar would have it, today’s Family Recipe Box coincides with International Day of the Octopus and my birthday. And since I neither eat nor cook any cephalopods, birthday cake is on ...

When you need to whip up a last-minute celebratory dessert, store-bought cake mix is the obvious choice. But I'm here to convince you to ditch the box—because homemade cake mix is a lot easier to make ...

It’s your birthday—so you deserve nothing less than the best. Either that, or you’re baking for someone else’s birthday party, and your guest of honor deserves the best, too! This fluffy vanilla ...

When you’re looking for a fun and delicious homemade birthday cake, there’s really only one option: confetti cake. A great confetti cake is celebratory (thanks to all the sprinkles stirred into the ...

Creamy, dreamy frosting is the best topping for cakes, cupcakes and other sweet desserts. Whether you’re searching for the ...

As a proud Southerner, I trust all of our best grocery stores to deliver some delicious, moist slices. But because I wanted ...

I spent 17 years as a professional events planner. I know how to throw a party. I long ago let my husband off the hook. Planning and hosting a party is not his thing. If I want a party for my birthday ...