March 29, 2023, 6:02am Clark County Life Subscriber ExclusiveUpdated 1 hour ago
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
