Liren Baker

by Liren Baker on July 11, 2026 | 0 Comments Five Little Things I loved the week of July 11, 2026: a bucket list meal at The French Laundry, quality time with children, the iconic Din Tai Fung chocolate mochi dumplings, and more! Five Little Things How is your weekend going? When you return home from a trip, are you eager to get back in the kitchen for a home-cooked meal, or do you miss the break from cooking?

by Liren Baker on July 04, 2026 | 0 Comments This list of simple 4th of July Dessert Recipes is full of plenty of cool and refreshing festive treats. Easy recipes include Red White and Blue Coconut Slushies, Berry Crisp Parfaits, Vanilla Raspberry Ice Cream Bombe, and more! 10 Simple 4th of July Dessert Recipes Celebrating the Fourth of July means parades and picnics, fireworks, and gathering with family and friends. However you spend the holiday, every celebration deserves something sweet.

Italy in a Glass: The Italian Art of Gathering with Susan Gravely On the podcast, I recently had the pleasure of reconnecting with Susan Gravely, CEO and a founder of Vietri. You may remember Susan from Episode 65, when we explored Italian ceramics and hospitality in celebration of Vietri’s 40th anniversary, around the release of her first cookbook, Italy on a Plate. Now she’s back to talk about cocktails and gracious entertaining through her latest book, Italy in a Glass.