Hawaiian Cake
My son Nathaniel’s 22nd birthday is this weekend. In celebration, we always host a big cookout for friends and family. Among Nate’s requested recipes were Spinach Feta Burgers… Read More »
Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding
I decided to make Jamaican Jerk Chicken, which is something I had not made before. I also decided that I wanted to experiment with a Jamaican dessert, and… Read More »
Cup of Cookies
My friend, Joanna in Asheville, North Carolina, gave me the original recipe for these cookies! We used to have a lot of Bake Sales in our neighborhood of… Read More »

Hello, I’m Elise Johnson and I’m so glad you found your way here! From my own experience, cooking and eating together as a family nurtures and strengthens family relationships quicker and stronger than any other way. Join me as I continue my grandmother’s legacy of
inter-generational cooking by inspiring families and friends to make memories in the kitchen. 