Lucky for me and my small patch of veggies in the backyard, cucumbers like it hot! And it’s a good thing because it’s a steady degree of toasty these days…and it shows in how many yummy cukes I’ve been able to pick. Technically a fruit by scientific standards, cucumber plants yield the perfect crunchy and […]
Happy 4th of July!
Today is my wonderful husband’s birthday, so I’m dashing off to do something I’ve always wanted to attempt…make a rainbow cake! I like this recipe (via Omnomicon) because you can combine all the layers of colors together, instead of baking separate cake rounds. Looks like I’m going to have to go overboard with the food […]
In my world, nothing shows your patriotism on the 4th of July as much as a yummy blueberry and strawberry dessert! It’s the right time of year for these sweet fruits. You can keep it simple with a bowl of the berries topped with a dollop of the whipped cream, or you can go all […]
One sure sign of summer is the start of camp. My daughter marched off yesterday to join the herds of kids itching to play endless rounds of Capture the Flag, sing new camp songs, and braid friendship bracelets of every color combination. Now that she’s in her groove, I guess I should start thinking ahead […]
One-pot meals seem to be a wintertime trend: I guess the thought of having a big pot steaming and simmering on a warm stove isn’t so appealing in muggy July! Now take this recipe for Pizza Pot Pie (via oh joy!)- it’s a one bowl recipe that I think would be perfect for a quick […]
It’s always a bonus when I see the option to use fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables in a recipe. While I love the fresh stuff, I am a busy working mom! The option to use what’s on reserve in my own freezer is nice. For this delicate and delicious Fresh Spring Pea Soup, you […]
Whether it’s a picnic or a fancy dinner, there’s a lot to think about when you’re the hostess with the mostess! Once you’ve invited your guests, finalized the menu with your go-to favorite recipes and wrangled nature for simple tabletop decor, I can understand why party favors get pushed aside. At your next summer soiree, […]
Did you celebrate the summer solstice? Did you catch some fireflies, let the sprinklers hit you on your walk to the car, feel sticky and sweaty the whole day? Yep, summer has arrived. And with it, lucky for us, come the juiciest sweetest fruits of the year. It’s peach season! Enjoy them while they’re here, […]
Like any DIY fanatic, I go crazy for new products in the craft store. When I discovered bark covered wire, I couldn’t find a project where it wouldn’t look just perfect! Chalkboard paint has been on my radar for years, but I am now coming across chalkboard adhesive paper, which I think is a cool […]