Sarah Schutte

How my sibling and I bonded over a quiz show on 88.1 FM.

Some titles to avoid, and some to consider.

My falafel may have failed, but the rest of my dinner, with dishes based on ones I had tried in Israel, was fragrant and flavorful.

This versatile and delicious staple deserves to have its praises sung.

Even avian-themed board games aren’t safe from cancel culture.

In her books, Elizabeth Lev takes us on a journey to the heart of the faith and its inextricable link to art.

The case for mashed potato pizza as the perfect prelude to Christmas Day.

The illustrator P. J. Lynch lends his skillful brush to extraordinary depictions of familiar stories.

Prepare most dishes in advance, and focus on the foods you truly love.

Three Thanksgiving stories to keep the celebration going.

It’s not as easy as you’d think to bake a bagel with a fruity taste.

A new Catholic cookbook for kids pairs classic artwork with delicious food for every season and celebration.

A new children’s book tells the tale of a young South Dakota woman who flew dozens of mercy missions during the great blizzards of 1949.

Gingerbread snack cake is a richly flavorful and versatile dessert that’s superb for the season.

This egg-white-heavy cake requires special care, and a special pan, but the results are worth it.

Glen Rounds, a son of the American West, spun rip-roaring tales that are perfect for reading aloud.

On a pilgrimage to Italy, a mysterious statue seemed to have a message for me.

A pie that’s worthy of royalty and couldn’t be simpler to make.

This powerful story about a grieving seventh-grade boy has hope and determination at its core.

Flat cream puffs can be salvaged by turning them into a non-traditional but delicious tiramisu.

A young family with a new baby in the house needs hearty meals and bright dessert.

The dangers of multi-tasking when prepping multiple desserts at once.

Fritz specialized in history books for children, some of which are particularly informative about our Founding.

There’s no more delightful summer drink than homemade ginger ale.

Tales from Shakespeare will spark or rekindle a love for the Bard.

Nothing says summer like fresh peach hand pie and homemade peach ice cream.

Hayao Miyazaki’s retelling of Howl’s Moving Castle is just as charming as the original tale.

A feast day that calls for a tableful of bread loaves, pizzelles, and zeppole.

Disney’s version of a beloved series of books is shallow and disappointing.

A proposition worth considering: Women have a decided influence over men.