more photos from the yard: Sometimes life gives you lemons and we all know we are supposed to make Lemonade. I, frankly, am fine with lemons as long as they are in the context of all you can do with them in the kitchen. Sometimes life gives you extra special little surprises - right outside you very own door. Yesterday I was out doing a little roaming around and couldn't help but take the camera to these amazingly … [Read more...]
First and Foremost, When It Comes To Summer, I am “Fruit Forward”
Hands Down, my favorite picture of the Summer - of Santa Rosa Plums - courtesy Frog Hollow Farm in Brentwood Calif. - hoping to visit there in September I love listening to people talking about wine. Even though it's all a little overwhelming to me, the phraseology they use - evoking flavors, tanins, fruits other than grapes, woods, smoke, etc. --- is intriguing and draws me in. And then there are the rituals of swirling, resting and … [Read more...]
SCOTUS – The Case for and against the Marriage of Watermelon and Buttercream
Photo Courtesy Yummly Yesterday was a great day in our celebration of civil rights. In this spirit, let's just say that I am definitely "for" the marriage of any buttercream base and flavor, on principal and in theory. And, as such recognize the possibility, that even though we all should have the right to any such combinations as a civil right, that, we should know in advance, that there is a chance that some of these combinations, in … [Read more...]
Peachy-Keen – Peaches Pair Wonderfully With (PPWW)………..
(please note: my linking function is not working correctly - I apologize for any links not showing or working) These days I am just, Peachy-Keen, yes I am. I have my mind wandering all over the place and imaging all sorts of recipes to make with peaches. Just this morning I was trying to think of one food item that didn't go well with peaches. Can you? It's no secret that I am a great fan of Lindsey Shere and Claudia Fleming. … [Read more...]
George Burns, John Denver and Special Deliveries
Pierre de Ronsard, or Eden Rose, so spectacular and with such lingering impact For those of you who peak at this blog now and again, you know I am clearly obsessed with taking pictures of flowers. Whether in my yard, at flower shows or markets or even in store windows, as I did in Paris in March, I am instantly drawn to intense colors and intricate forms, and happen to react to them as if they were each their own little marvels, delivered to … [Read more...]
To Thine Own Self Be True, The Importance of Being Earnest – Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde Teach Me a Lesson; It Takes The Cake – Zoe François’ Bee Hive Cake
Photo Courtesy Zoe Bakes Warning: Anyone who comments to me about the weather today is in the line of fire. I am sitting at my desk watching yet another deluge of rain coming down. Is it time for the rowboats? Thank goodness I have the likes of Zoe François' Bee Hive Cake to make me smile. Never underestimate their immortal words: To Thine Own Self Be True and The Importance of Being Earnest- I have Shakespeare and Oscar … [Read more...]
The Doom of the Spoon (No Cheating) – Learning the Significance of Two Tablespoons
I have been making David Leite's chocolate chip cookies for a few years now. They have become the "house favorite" around here. The other day I made a batch for Ryan's return (well, any excuse). Needless to say, they didn't last long. Last night after dinner he was milling about and said, "Where'd the cookies go?" Couldn't blame it on the mice (George) so, I made another batch this afternoon. Here's the lesson I learned: I know very … [Read more...]
Sunday Breakfast for 4 on the Patio – Fresh Peach Scones from King Arthur Flour
these are my first yellow California peaches - not ready yet; luckily I had 2 ready to go white peaches these came out with the perfect crunch that I love, were moist inside and had the perfect notes of nutmeg and almond Is there any doubt what time of year it is around our house? This morning we had our coffee on the patio, read the first few sections of the NYT there and had our first family breakfast of the Summer outside - all 4 of … [Read more...]
Best Rainy-Day Investment – $16.18 on Amazon – Celebrating Sarah Raven
still want to take pics today - just holding an umbrella and camera at same time If you are looking to make a small investment today in something well worth it - go on Amazon books and buy Sarah Raven's "Fresh From the Garden" for the very reasonable price of $16.18. You will not be disappointed - I stake my word on it. There are very few people with whom I feel truly sympatico in regard to vocation - they relish the ideas of being … [Read more...]
When Spoiling Your Daughter Seems Like a Good Idea – Oatmeal Cookies With Toasted Pecans, Dried Cherries, Maple Syrup, Orange Zest and Chocolate Chips
These are slightly over-baked - still good but, don't make this mistake! My daughter Christin has blood sugar issues. There are times when she just can't keep her blood sugar up high enough. This has been going on for a long time and we have exhausted all the possible medical issues. So today after taking her to lunch where she quickly inhaled a crabcake sandwich on a ciabatta bun after two rolls and butter and claimed she was still … [Read more...]
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