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Salmon Creek resident shares ‘Hattie Barton’s famous brownie recipe’

March 29, 2023, 6:02am Clark County Life

Karen Lander, a Columbian reader from the Salmon Creek area, recently gave our family a priceless gift: her mom Hattie Barton’s famous brownie recipe. At least, it’s famous within Lander’s… Read story

Clark County distillers, brewers, coffee roasters learn to love oak barrels

March 17, 2023, 6:00am Clark County Life

Distillers have aged spirits in oak barrels since the 1800s. Early alcohol makers discovered that, over time, the chemical components in wood add flavors like toffee, brown sugar, caramel and… Read story

Cupcakes by Simply Sweets.

Easter treats hopping into Vancouver bakeries

Cupcakes by Simply Sweets.

March 31, 2023, 6:02am Clark County Life

Flower buds are ready to burst, birds are gathering bits to feather their nests, and Vancouver bakery cases are filling up with pastel-colored and bunny-eared treats for Easter. Read story

Starbucks introduces astrology-based drink suggestions

March 31, 2023, 5:34am Food

Starbucks keeps its menu fun, from frappaccinos to its viral unicorn drink. Now they’re using customers’ zodiac signs to help select the perfect cup. Read story

Swordfish With Potatoes, Tomatoes and Capers.

Sicilian swordfish in savory sauce

Swordfish With Potatoes, Tomatoes and Capers.

March 29, 2023, 6:04am Food

From May to August each year, the turbulent waters between Sicily and Calabria erupt with fishermen searching for what’s known as the king of the strait, swordfish. Once on land, the massive fish is cut into succulent steaks for one of Southern Italy’s most emblematic summertime dishes, pesce spada alla… Read story

Vegetable Pot Pie.

Use any veggies you like in pot pie

Vegetable Pot Pie.

March 29, 2023, 6:03am Food

I love pot pies. They’re warm, inviting and a great way to incorporate vegetables into a meal. This is a one-pot vegetarian dinner that takes 25 minutes to make. You can use any vegetables you like, using this recipe as a guide to the amounts needed. Read story

An Old Fashioned cocktail (Photos by Callum Duffy/ Associated Press)

Classic cocktails with variations for entertaining

An Old Fashioned cocktail (Photos by Callum Duffy/ Associated Press)

March 29, 2023, 6:00am Food

The arrival of spring means summer entertaining season isn’t far behind, which is an excellent excuse for a home bartending refresher. Because like changing a tire and ironing a shirt, crafting a cocktail is one of those skills adults should have at least a passing familiarity with. Read story

Ambrosia salad made for the food blog "My Baking Addiction" in Suwanee, Ga. The fluffy fruit concoction has a history dating back more than 100 years.

Coconut? Marshmallows? Feelings run hot for ambrosia salad

Ambrosia salad made for the food blog "My Baking Addiction" in Suwanee, Ga. The fluffy fruit concoction has a history dating back more than 100 years.

March 26, 2023, 6:11am Food

“My name’s Joyce,” drawls a neighbor to Edward Scissorhands, “and I noticed that you have not tasted any of the ambrosia salad that I made especially for you.” Read story

Taco Bell is bringing back the fan-favorite Volcano Menu.

Taco Bell is bringing back its Volcano Menu

Taco Bell is bringing back the fan-favorite Volcano Menu.

March 24, 2023, 6:20am Food

A decades-old heat will erupt again at Taco Bell this summer with the return of the fan-favorite Volcano Menu. Read story

Give chicken a stout boost

March 22, 2023, 6:05am Food

Chicken, potatoes and leeks lightly coated in a stout (a dark strong beer) and mustard sauce blend perfectly for this meal. Stout is brewed from roasted malt or roasted barley, and hops. It has a distinct toast flavor, which is a favorite of the Irish. Read story