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If you're a frequent visitor on the internet, you may have discovered a new tradition that has cropped up called "Wordless Wednesday." This tradition captures the spirit of the sentiment that a picture can speak a thousand words. That's why I thought I'd give it a try on this site. I'll feature reader cake photo submissions. And if you have a beautiful centerpiece you've created, or lovely tablescape, I'd be happy to showcase those photos too. Just use this simple submission form to send those photos my way.

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The Thanksgiving crush is on, and home cooks are frantically trying to cut, chop, and prep as much as possible in these final days leading up to the big meal. Perhaps you're one of those hosts that are looking for a few time saving strategies at this point. If so, I have a few suggestions for easy, last minute appetizers that can be assembled at the last minute.

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Let's face it, I have a soft spot in my heart for Italian food - it comes with the vowels at the end of my name. So I was particularly excited to have the opportunity to review this cookbook that took 50 years to assemble, and is a comprehensive collection of Italian regional recipes. Learn more about it in this review.

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There's a certain charm to imperfection. It makes the rest of us feel better when those we hold in high esteem are caught in a mistake. Just take Martha Stewart's misfortunes a few years back. I know more than a few people who were not so secretly tickled when her human errors were revealed in public. Anyway, that's my roundabout way of saying that if you decide to take this approach to charming guests this week, here are my top suggestions for a less than perfect Thanksgiving.