DEAR ANNIE: My aunt has the strangest quality. I see her at every holiday and family party, and she always brings something delicious made from scratch. For my cousin's birthday, it was a key lime pie that disappeared within minutes. It was unreal. On several occasions, I've asked her for ...
This spin on the Cider Cup is from my cocktail book “Good Spirits”; the original drink has roots going back to the early 20th century. In Jacques Straub’s 1914 book, “Drinks,” cider, brandy, curaçao, maraschino liqueur, pineapple and citrus fruits came together like a pre-Prohibition party in a glass. During Prohibition, when bartenders had to get scrappy, cider-based cocktails like the Cider Cup gained real traction — lower-proof, easy to disguise, but still full of flavor and finesse. Over in the U.K., the Cider Cup became a staple of British garden parties — light, ...
Our sympathy goes to the family of Aunt Caroline, age 94. She passed away on Sept. 15. Although we won’t be able to make it to her funeral, our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Aunt Caroline was married to my dad’s brother Andy. I’ll share a part of her obituary: “Caroline Mae “Carolyn” Coblentz, 94, a lifelong resident of Lafayette, Indiana, passed away on September 15, 2026, at St. Mary’s Healthcare Center. She became a registered radiology technician and began her career at St. Elizabeth Hospital. It was there, passing through the halls at work, that she met ...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Malaysia is pushing to take durian, whose powerful smell delights its lovers and repels its haters, beyond its roadside stalls and family orchards to convince fans of the spiky fruit that its varieties are worth seeking out. Devotees savor durians like wine. For Malaysian ones, the taste of their rich and creamy flesh varies widely across types. Some are prized for their sweet custard and fruity notes, others for a hint of bitterness, an alcohol tinge or even a peanut butter flavor. Malaysians’ efforts to elevate the industry can be found in the capital, ...
DEAR ANNIE: My husband and I have been married for 12 years, and we agree on most things. We like the same kind of vacations, have similar values and rarely argue about family. Money, however, is our recurring sore spot. I am a saver. I grew up in a household where unexpected expenses could throw everything into chaos, so having money set aside makes me feel secure. My husband grew up very differently. His parents believed that if the bills were paid, you should enjoy life while you can. A few weeks ago, we were having dinner and talking about taking a trip next spring. I mentioned ...
