#fullpost{display:inline;} This is the season of giving, and one of my favorite things to give is candy. Texans have a long tradition of making and sharing[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} The other day someone asked me what I always keep in my refrigerator. After going through the usual list of things such as salsa,[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} “It’s all good, but whatever you do, you must get the creamed corn,” said the woman waiting in line behind me at[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} This year I’ve had the pleasure of spending almost two months in Texas, which may be the most time I’ve been there since[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} Let’s talk about nachos, shall we? Now, I’ve gone on record stating my preference, which is for the traditional type of[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} When I was growing up, you could count on several suppers happening that week—our weekly visit to the cafeteria, a trip to our[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} Here’s a question for you: Do you eat ice cream pie with a spoon or a fork? And while we’re on the subject—do you[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} If you’re a Texan of a certain age, then you probably remember Liz Carpenter. Mrs. Carpenter was most famously Lady Bird[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} The other morning I was waiting for the cable guy to arrive. I’m sure you know the drill—the cable company gives you a[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} Sometimes the simplest dishes are the best. Take peaches and cream, for instance. When a peach is ripe and in season, it[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} If you’re a fan of cucumber pickles and you find yourself with an abundance of zucchini, allow me to present to you these[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} Since I don’t have a backyard in New York, I’ve always had to rely on the kindness of others when it comes to outdoor[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} First, let me say that it’s not my usual style to eat a whole pint of ice cream in one sitting, let alone contemplate how long[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} How are you doing today? I’m doing fine, though I am suffering from severe Texas withdrawal. That’s what happens when[...]

#fullpost{display:inline;} Howdy from Texas! I’ll be here for the next week speaking and signing before I head to Richmond, Virginia for the Mid-Atlantic[...]