Make Christmas safe and happy for all

#MiddleburyCT #Christmas #Pets DEAR READERS: As we prepare for Christmas in this hectic holiday season, it’s a wonderful opportunity to spend time with friends and family and ... Continue Reading →

I heart Valentine’s Day

#Middlebury #ValentinesDay Is chocolate a guilty treat or a great-tasting, heart-healthy indulgence? Do you use chocolate to boost your mood, or reserve it for special celebrations? ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 1, 2020

#Middlebury Looking for a great cause for gifting this year? Go to www.charitynavigator.org to find out more about how your prospective charities rank in areas like CEO pay, money ... Continue Reading →

Halloween candy is no treat for pets

#Middlebury #Halloween DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Last year, my kids dumped out their trick-or-treat candy on the kitchen table to sort through. Halfway through it, they got distracted ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – Dec. 3, 2019

#Middlebury A potato peeler plus a bar of chocolate makes for a very fancy garnish for cake tops or even for hot drinks. Holidays got you stressed? Take a breathing break. Deep belly ... Continue Reading →

Halloween candy is no treat for pets

#Middlebury #Halloween DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Please remind your readers that Halloween candy can be risky for dogs. My dachshund, Jake. got very ill once when my son left his bag ... Continue Reading →

Aztec Chili adds hint of cocoa

#Middlebury #KitchenDiva I absolutely love all things chocolate! I particularly enjoy using cocoa in savory dishes from barbeque spice rubs and sauces to pots of fiery black-bean chili. ... Continue Reading →