March Magic of the Month – 5 Incredibly Simple and Delicious Meals

March 9, 2015 · by kathybadger · 1 Comment

I may be alone in this but I often find myself at a complete loss on what to make for dinner. It’s often just my husband and me and – those who know me well – know that much of the time we just opt for a restaurant! But then I feel guilty because surely […]

October Magic of the Month – Halloween!

October 13, 2014 · by kathybadger · 2 Comments

We don’t care for the sinister, gory part of Halloween. But we can definitely have fun with ghosts and witches (as long as they’re not too scary), monsters, spiders and the more “light hearted” side of the holiday. We want to share some of our favorite ideas with you. SPIDERS! Both of these cakes are awesome, […]

Baked Rigatoni

May 11, 2014 · by kathybadger · Leave a Comment

My son-in-law’s birthday was last week and when asked what meal he’d like for the celebration, he requested one of his favorites – Baked Rigatoni. I was very happy to hear this since not only is it delicious, it is also ridiculously simple. I’m sure everyone can agree that any recipe that is a crowd pleaser […]

My name is Kathy Badger and I'd like to welcome you to The Wooded Glen, a tribute to the woman who raised me. My mom was affectionately called "Mama Bear" by her family. One of her restaurants was named “Mama Bear’s Bakery & Cafe" and was decorated as the “wooded glen” because, of course, that’s where Mama Bear lived.

As a mother, she instilled the importance of family and tradition in me and her grandchildren. As a caterer and entertainer, she was known for her culinary creations, table arrangements, and a style that made everyone feel special and pampered. Everything in the Wooded Glen is dedicated to her memory. It is my deep desire to share with all of you everything my mom taught me about the importance of family, tradition, and the art of entertaining.