Memorial Day is an American federal holiday to honor US military who have died in service. Celebrated since 1868, since 1971 it has been designated as the last Monday each May. Memorial Day weekend – this year May 25-27 – is an annual get together that also marks the start of summer cooking and outdoor dining. It's also a long Bank Holiday weekend in the UK which means it is time to dust off the grill!
Read MoreNick Malgieri, baker and former executive pastry chef at Windows on the World, is the James Beard Award-winning author of numerous bestselling cookbooks which are now available on ckbk. With the holiday season approaching, we asked Nick to share his top tips for baking successful holiday cookies.
Read MoreEveryone loves a cookie! Fun, festive, and good to eat. It’s National Cookie Day on December 4 in the US and UK. But wherever you are you need no excuse to whip up a batch of cookies. A great activity with kids over the holidays, cookies make thoughtful, inexpensive seasonal gifts. We have lots of books on ckbk brimming with recipes, techniques, and charm.
Read MoreYou love the holidays, but how much do you really know about Christmas foods? Take our quiz to test what you know.
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