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 …
Loose Teas vs. Tea Bags: Why Loose is Better
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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) …
Red Sails 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) …
Don’t Give Up on a Plant: Reviving my Bay Laurel
When I first started gardening, I would prune my plant too much or rip it out of the ground or pot and start over. I …
How to Make Basic Fruit Jam
Homemade jam is one of my favorite condiments to make during the summer! This particular recipe uses a simple ratio of three parts sugar to …