"The banana lends natural sweetness, and when frozen, does wonders for the texture. Let your banana get good and ripe—mottled ...

A token present is fine, but the real show of appreciation from a guest is responding to the invitation immediately.

These Almond Crescent Cookies are naturally gluten-free, soft, and full of rich almond flavor with a touch of maple sweetness. Made with simple ingredients and easily adapted to be dairy-free, they’re ...

These easy mini sprinkle cookies are one of those dependable, ...

Miss Manners only wishes everyone would calm down. A token present is fine, but the real show of appreciation from a guest is ...

People want to feel loved and cherished. An invitation to share a meal in your home is a special example. So when dinner ...

When dinner guests ask me what they can bring, I tell them something specific: “Oh, I would love some pink peonies.

A host wonders if it’s appropriate to request specific items from guests who ask what they can bring to a dinner party.

People want to feel loved and cherished. An invitation to share a meal in your home is a special example. So when dinner guests ask me what they can bring, I tell them something specific: “Oh, I would ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: People want to feel loved and cherished. An invitation to share a meal in your home is a special example. So when dinner guests ask me what they can bring, I tell them something ...

Does the letter writer asking for specific hosting gifts create more of a burden for guests?