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February 8, 2023

share the love: sweet gestures for valentine’s day

The Roost is coming out of hibernation! After what seemed like a never-ending holiday, we're back with a little Valentine's Day inspiration including an easy recipe for shortbread sweethearts. These buttery delights are perfect gifts for your loved ones. (They also make great Valentines for classmates and teachers.) Valentine's Day isn't exclusively for couples! It's fun to indulge all those who hold a special place in our hearts...spouses/significant others, family, friends and especially our children. You never know whose day[...]

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IN THE KITCHEN

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November 17, 2022

fall baking with apples

Beginning in September right through the holidays, our mixers and ovens go into overdrive. While baking can be therapeutic any time of year, a warm kitchen and homemade goodies are especially comforting when the leaves are falling or when holiday music is playing in the background.Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast to serve house guests or a tasty treat to enjoy while decorating the tree--we've got two seasonal recipes for you that are easy and delicious! Both require ingredients that you likely have on-hand or can readily find in most grocery stores thi[...]

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IN THE KITCHEN, JOYFUL LIVING

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November 18, 2021

Our Favorite Thanksgiving Desserts

Charleston, SC

Thanksgiving is a holiday for gratitude, family, friends, and (let's be honest) delicious food. We've rounded up our favorite autumn desserts so you will have plenty of goodies to serve and enjoy next week. From quick and easy treats like the pumpkin bars we share in the video to Lori's beloved pumpkin roll that's more suited for ambitious bakers--there's something for everyone. Not a fan of pumpkin? We've got you covered with my "go-to" gluten-free apple crisp and a few other non-pumpkin recipes. We wish you all a joy-filled holiday filled with wonderful food and[...]

IN THE KITCHEN

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November 4, 2021

A Focaccia Recipe that’s worth the carbs

Panicale, Umbria

One Italian staple which is an easy recipe, fun to make on your own or with kids, and oh so delicious is focaccia. Right out of college I exchanged eating cafeteria food and take-out to living in one of the most delicious countries on the planet. If it weren’t for all the amazing food I ate while I lived there, I sometimes wonder if anything else would have sparked my interest in cooking. I think Italian cuisine suited me because there were a lot of accessible recipes for an inexperienced girl who didn’t know much about cooking. Everywhere I went I was interes[...]