In my latest novel for Scholastic, A Batch Made in Heaven, heroine Mina Kapur invents a rich, melt-in-your-mouth cookie inspired by some of her favorite Indian spices. Order the book here. This cookie is one of my personal favorites, too. I love to cook with garam masala spices, and even have my own special, secret...Read More
Only five days until the Hallmark Channel movie “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” premieres on April 4th, 9 P.M./8 C! The movie is based on my Scholastic book, You’re Bacon Me Crazy, and I’m beyond excited to watch it! (Download You’re Bacon Me Crazy Excerpt ). In the movie, Chef Cleo (Natalie Hall) has a foodie...Read More
Only eleven more days until the Hallmark Channel “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” movie airs on April 4th at 9 P.M./8 Central! Are you counting down to a fabulous fun-filled movie night of bacon craziness and sweet romance? I am, because the movie is based on my Scholastic book, You’re Bacon Me Crazy! (Download You’re Bacon...Read More
The debut of the Hallmark Channel “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” movie is just a couple of weeks away! I’ll be watching the movie with my daughter on the Hallmark Channel at 9 P.M./8 Central on April 4. I can’t wait to tune into foodie fun and romance with Chef Cleo and her foodie truck rival...Read More
A Sweetheart of a Treat for “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” Movie Night The Hallmark Channel “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” movie premieres in one month, on April 4th. The movie, adapted from my Scholastic middle-grade novel, You’re Bacon Me Crazy, promises just as much foodie fun and romance as the book. Make this recipe for “You’re...Read More
The perfect cupcake for “You’re Bacon Me Crazy” movie night! The movie adaptation of my Scholastic book, You’re Bacon Me Crazy, will debut on the Hallmark Channel on April 4th! I’m thrilled to watch the movie along with foodie friends, readers, and family. To celebrate the upcoming movie, I’ll be posting bacon-themed recipes from now...Read More
“You’re Bacon Me Crazy” Movie Will Be Featured in the Hallmark Channel’s Spring-Fever Line-up It’s official! The Hallmark Channel has adapted my Scholastic book, You’re Bacon Me Crazy, into a TV movie! Download Chapter One The movie focuses on adult character Cleo as she does battle with her food truck and her heart against rival...Read More
It’s almost Valentine’s Day! Where I live in the Northeast, February can be a dreary month. Comfort food and sweet treats are a great way to beat the winter gloom. Valentine’s Day is always an especially fun way to spread kindness and cheer in chilly weather. Inspired by my Scholastic foodie book, Donut Go Breaking...Read More
Happy February, Foodie Readers! Have I got a wonderful new book recommendation for you! Fellow middle-grade author Janae Marks has just released her debut novel, From the Desk of Zoe Washington, and it’s an absolute delight. The story of Zoe is one that will stay with me forever. Although, admittedly, I have a soft spot...Read More
It’s the holiday season. Snow is falling. The air is crisp and cold. The smell of cinnamon and fresh pine needles fills my house. This is one of my favorite times of year. It’s also one of the best times of year for cozy cups of hot cocoa. My latest hot cocoa recipe is inspired...Read More
