Two crowd-pleasing cookie recipes for Christmas that have withstood the test of time and always generate kudos for the cookie-baker.

These star-shaped cookies are deceptive; their look is humble but the taste is super-sophisticated, with a depth of flavor that comes from multiple spices that the 3 Wise Men might’ve brought on a starry, starry nigh

Cooking and eating are communal activities, and shared memories form very easily when food is involved.

A surprise in the mail: custom, handmade sugar cookies in two styles, a cheery, bright ice cream cone, and cheeky “Feel a latte better” coffee cup.

Alas, no trick or treaters at Glover Gardens, but we’ll enjoy an Empty Nester’s Halloween: Scotch and Cookies.

These bar cookies are inspired by an old recipe from the now-defunct California Pistachio Commission. I played around with the recipe and made a few changes, and now they are a must-have during Christmas at Glover Gardens.

Who doesn’t love a big, soft, goodie-packed cookie?  I found a great basic oatmeal cookie recipe on the Quaker Oats lid, and have been “doctoring it” for years with yummy additions like dried cranberries and chocolate chips.  It’s one of those recipes that changes almost…