Not Your Grams Kitchen

The frittata is one of those beautifully simple dishes that proves good cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Rich, versatile, and endlessly adaptable, the frittata has earned its place in kitchens around the world—from rustic Italian homes to modern cafés. A Brief History of the Frittata The word frittata comes from the Italian verb friggere, meaning “to fry.” Historically, the term was used…

The fourth night of Yule is known as The Feast of the Dead, a sacred evening set aside to honor those who came before us. As the long darkness deepens and winter holds the land in stillness, the veil between worlds is believed to be thin. This is a night of remembrance, gratitude, and quiet communion with ancestors—both known and unknown. In many old traditions, this night was not marked by…

The First Night of Yule is known in many Northern European traditions as Mother’s Night—a sacred evening devoted to honoring mothers, grandmothers, female ancestors, and the nurturing forces that sustain life through the darkest time of the year. Falling on the longest night, Mother’s Night marks the beginning of Yule, when darkness reaches its peak and the slow return of the sun begins. In…