“Hello, Cupcake, my old friend. I’ve come to talk with you again.” Cupcakes are everywhere. They have infiltrated every aspect of my life, even down to the song playing in my head. It didn’t used to ...

Cupcakes are fun. Familiar, colorful and oh-so-cute, these whimsical little cakes are famous for full-on flavor and mile-high frosting. And don't forget the decorations. Best of all? They're small ...

Add a drop of pink gel food coloring to the frosting if you want a more vibrant look.

Adapted from a recent online discussion. DEAR CAROLYN: My son is in fourth grade, and for the last five years I’ve happily agreed to bring treats to class celebrations when my turn has rolled around, ...

Whether it's a flask, a scotch locker, a wall safe behind your Picasso or your wooden leg, any would-be pirates have to go a long way to pilfer your whiskey. But we're here to tell you there's another ...