Grandma Food

Our Grandma Food section features easy recipes to make with kids or for kids. Cooking together is a wonderful way to connect with the grandkids and to support healthy eating habits. We continue to update this section; check back for new recipe ideas.

Rubber duckies are cupcakes topped with doughnut holes for the heads, then dipped in melted frosting.

How to Make Cute Cupcakes for a Party

By Grandma Sandy | October 20, 2021

We explore a series of how-to books to make the cutest cupcakes; some we’ve tried in our own kitchen.

Ghostly Halloween treats are packaged in cellophane bags and tied with black bows.

How to Make Ghostly Treats for Halloween

By Grandma Sandy | October 13, 2021

White chocolate is the perfect ingredient to make ghostly Halloween treats. Try these simple recipes.

The Best Thai Recipe You Can Make in a Hurry

By Grandma Sandy | September 22, 2021

Every home cook has go-to dishes to make in a hurry. Add this quick and easy Thai recipe to your repertoire.

It’s Easy to Make Your Own Banana Pops

By Grandma Sandy | September 15, 2021

Five-year-old Little N made these yummy chocolate-coated banana pops with a little help from grandma.

Child sits with carnival style food for a summer party for kids.

It’s a Great Kids Summer Party at Camp Grandma!

By Grandma Sandy | August 11, 2021

After six sessions of Camp Grandma, we have an end-of-camp summer party to celebrate. Check out my tips.

Camp Grandma #3 How to Host a Kids Tea Party!

By Grandma Sandy | July 14, 2021

We make some delicious nibbles and have a tea party wearing the fab fascinators we made last week.

Child eating a paleta, Mexican frozen ice pop.

Camp Grandma #1: Ultimate Way to Teach Reading

By Grandma Sandy | June 30, 2021

We read the book, Paletero Man, then made paletas, the Mexican frozen fruit treat, to enhance the experience.

Salade Niçoise is a delicious French main dish salad.

Salade Niçoise Lunch: Time to Rejoin the World!

By Grandma Sandy | May 12, 2021

Try this recipe for a delicious French Salade Niçoise. Inviting a friend for lunch is a good start to entertaining.

Healthy Snacks for Kids? It’s Do it Yourself!

By Grandma Sandy | April 21, 2021

For healthy DIY snacks, can kids customize their sandwiches with various kinds of cutters and fun picks.

Turn Leftover Easter Eggs into New Dishes

By Grandma Sandy | April 7, 2021

Why not turn leftover Easter eggs into Sriracha Deviled Eggs? Or try some other tasty leftover Easter egg ideas.