To some, winter’s not a season but a “celebration.” Some even call it “The most wonderful time of the year.” To be fair, those scarf-wearing fans of shortened days have a point. Who could forget the childhood tradition of wearing pj’s inside-out in hopes of gaining a snow day? Or the wind-whisking fun of sledding?
But if the weather outside is just too frightful, it’s always delightful to curl up on the couch with your marshmallow-topped hot cocoa and crack open the cover of a good book. Now’s a good time to warm up to these titles:
Baking for the Holidays: 50+ Treats for a Festive Season
by Sarah Kieffer
Cozy up and tuck into this book of comfort and joy! From breakfasting on classic cinnamon rolls to topping off your hot chocolate with homemade marshmallows and the end of a fun-filled wintery day, the recipes in this book have you covered. Not sure what to give friends and relatives?
There’s even a chapter on making gift-giving desserts! For those of us starting out on our culinary journeys, Sarah gives insights on cooking techniques, ingredients and equipment just after her delicious introduction to the delights that await the reader. Of course, delectable color photos are dotted throughout the book, but added features include a measuring conversion chart, a handy index and even a hit-list of music to bake to. All given with heartwarming memories and touches of reflection. The appeal of this book is hard to miss.
Other GOOD Reads
Snow: A Scientific and Cultural Exploration
by Giles Whittell
Where is the snowiest place on earth? What is the fastest anyone has traveled on skis? A blizzard of info, with a glossary and index.
The Glovemaker
by Ann Weisgarber
Deborah Tyler had no idea in 1888 that life in in her Mormon village in the Utah territory would be upended when a fugitive arrives.
Winter Solstice
by Rosamunde Pilcher
“Go and be happy.” A serendipitous mix of characters get closer towards this after various challenges place them in a rundown estate in Northern Scotland.
