Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Although persimmons are not the most well-known fruit, they are worth seeking out for their deliciously rich and aromatic flavor as well as the beautiful color they lend to baked goods. This persimmon ...

My entire team, except for Bernard, the Winterlake Lodge caretaker, is in Anchorage this week. We're filing and organizing, painting, and putting the final remnants of summer away. We'll be here until ...

We enjoy breads at holiday time. Here is a good persimmon bread recipe. We enjoy these quick breads all year. If you don’t want the spices, just leave them out. This makes two loaf pans. You voted: ...

My Hachiya persimmon tree is practically bursting with fruit at this time of year. Even after offering so many persimmons to friends and neighbors, the abundance is still overwhelming. So I’ve created ...

Use very soft, ripe, heart-shaped Hachiya persimmons rather than the smaller, firmer Fuyu variety. If you can't find Hachiyas, substitute 1 cup of canned pumpkin. Stir any leftover purée into yogurt ...