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Simple Saturday: Herbs

One of the easiest ways to add some flavor and color to a dish, drink and even dessert is to add herbs. And they are practically fool-proof to grow. Trust me, because I am definitely no master gardener. I suggest picking up herb plants at the farmers market (they’re extra good there), planting them with […]

Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

I have been dreaming of summer for quite a few months now and not just for the usual reasons: warm weather, sunny skies, flip flops, etc. But I have had strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and rhubarb dancing around in my dreams. And since I read Animal, Vegetable, Miracle back in May, I have been awaiting the […]

Coconut Lime Bars

Summer is finally here! The pools are open, school is out and summer dresses are in! And we’re all wanting a taste of citrus, coconut and the tropics. Ever heard of a culinary vacation? It’s all the new rage, cheaper than a vacation, you don’t have to go anywhere and you can totally avoid traffic […]

Simple Saturday: Graham Cracker Crust

It’s good to be in a mode of “I can make this at home instead of buying it from the store.” And of course, this isn’t ideal in all cases. I still enjoy buying things like pre-made hummus and soup mixes at the store. Before making my key lime pie for a work party, I […]

No Impact Man

So I know this is a food blog, but we all like other things than food right?! (I mean like 95% food and 5% other.) So, here’s a little bit of that other that also has a little bit to do with food. I just got done reading No Impact Man by Colin Beaven. As […]