Presidente Apricot Jam

Jul 24, 2012 by

As I write this post there are 13 jars of apricot jam boiling away in water bath.  It is the last of many batches of apricot jam...

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Lavender, Rhubarb and Brown Su...

Jun 30, 2012 by

So I have an abundance of Lavender that I used to make an infused vodka and enough rhubarb for one more harvest before I leave it...

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It’s time to harvest the...

Jun 14, 2012 by

The lavender lining our sidewalks is in full bloom now and literally buzzes with all the bees that have found it.  It is one of my...

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Today’s Harvest – ...

Jun 7, 2012 by

Time to make some pesto!  Garlic Scape Pesto is a fresh and delicious take on pesto.  Easy to make, it is great as a dip, spread or...

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Chives everywhere! What do you...

Jun 3, 2012 by

Lord, I know I have tried and tried and to rein in my chives, but I seem to fail every year.  I just don’t have the heart to...

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Canning season has arrived!

Apr 28, 2012 by

It all starts here for 2012. 16 pounds of strawberries soon to be a years supply of...

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