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Cake mixes still fascinate me. As a child, I would stand in the baking aisle at Al’s Grocery in Melvin, staring at the ...

Want a homemade birthday cake that tastes better than store-bought? This classic vanilla cake is light, buttery, and perfectly sweet with a soft texture that slices clean. We break down the method so ...

Imagine a homemade cake mix that kickstarts a dizzying variety of cakes. Caroline Wright's latest cookbook, Cake Magic! ($17.95, Workman), delivers on that dream. With a make-ahead dry mix as a base, ...

I spent 17 years as a professional events planner. I know how to throw a party. I long ago let my husband off the hook. Planning and hosting a party is not his thing. If I want a party for my birthday ...