Foraging is on my list of things to try as I slowly learn the importance of food sources. Foraging is the act of searching for …
Backyard Foraging: Finding Edible Weeds In My Garden
Vegan
Vegan Almond Butter Fudge
When I worked at my first bakery, we used to make a delicious vegan nut bar that sold like hotcakes. It was a vegan fudge …
Oven Roasted Mushrooms with Herbs
One of my favorite nutritious sides is a hefty serving of oven roasted mushrooms made with homegrown herbs and good quality olive oil. In the …
Loose Teas vs. Tea Bags: Why Loose is Better
I’ll never forget the Valentine’s Day when my mom bought me a micro mesh metal tea strainer with a cannister of sakura tea. My life …
Strawberry Raspberry Jam
When fruit is simmering in a pot, it looks like a pile of glistening jewels. Whether I am cooking figs, blueberries, or even apples, my …
Homemade Vegetable Broth
In my post about how to make Chicken Stock, I expressed how appalled I was by the amount of food waste acceptable in today’s food …
Fig Jam
I always look forward to late summer and fall for figs. There’s a huge fig tree in my parents’ backyard that becomes thick with Brown …
Homemade French Fries
Nothing beats homemade French fries. Fresh, hot, crispy, and salty, these homemade fries are as satisfying to fry as they are to munch on. They …
Banana Piña Colada Smoothie
When you’re feeling the heat, the best remedy is a cool, refreshing smoothie. This Banana Piña Colada became one of my favorites early this summer …
Green Oakleaf Lettuce
Ideal Season: Cool Sun: Full Sun/Partial Shade Ideal Soil Type: Sandy Loam Soil Ideal Temperature: 50-72°F (10-22°C) Maturation Period: 50-80 Days (depending on the variety) …