i know. i know. these fruits are not in season, local or organic but i could be eating oreos or sipping bourbon for breakfast. i’ll be milestone old this year. somehow the past few years have gotten away from me. … Continue reading
Had a great time at Weaver’s Orchard last week and we had quite the crowd. The mission… share some easy tips for summer entertaining…specifically little tea sandwiches. With baskets of fresh fruit and cookie cutters in hand I was … Continue reading
It is really easy to whip up this cake for a sheet pan or even little tartlets. Freeze and keep on hand for last minute summer guests. Seriously, you do not need to let your guests know how simple … Continue reading
Strawberry season is winding down and hope you had a chance to make some syrups, jams, fruit butter and so much more. Remember you can freeze them, at the very least, to use all winter. This was a fun experimental … Continue reading
Yes, it is just that simple and it oh so heavenly scented and versatile. Here are some ideas for this simple syrup. . . spoon over ice cream – brush onto cupcakes or cake before icing or between layers, in … Continue reading
It is strawberry fever season. As I’m washing dishes, I’m daydreaming … of strawberries, duh… “what else can I make with this glorious berry?” SALSA There are peaches on the counter that must be used soon and salsa or chutney … Continue reading
I am in love with this time of year. perfect temps, cool nights, warm sunshine, the dampness in the air that carries the scent of roses and lavender… this time of year is just the reason why scented garden gems … Continue reading
I was minding my own business in the kitchen, getting my day started…big experimental plans on my mind… when the new stack of cookbooks spoke to me (dan says I spend too much time alone in the kitchen) … strawberries … Continue reading
This is a super easy recipe. If you want to skip the “make the butter recipe” and fast forward to the strawberry butter, just use bought butter, 1 stick. Start with 2 cups of organic whipping cream. I used chilled … Continue reading
The local asparagus is still in abundance but not for much longer. This week’s lunch was a chilled asparagus soup with garden fresh chives. The main salad is composed of locally grown & organic mixed greens & arugula from … Continue reading
