In the weeks leading up to my trip to Morocco it was the tagines and fragrant spices that I anticipated. Thoughts of fatty, braised chunks of lamb studded with apricots and warming harissa made the days before I left move at a pace that would make a snail appear as a sprinter. As one can [...]
It had been on the calendar for over a week but in an instant this date night felt particularly important. Last Sunday a dear blog friend lost her husband. One moment he was a husband and father to two sweet, young girls and then suddenly he was gone. Hearing this news took my breath away. [...]
First of all can I just say how much I adore you people?! You continue to blow me away by your kindness, generosity and willingness to encourage me just when I need it most. I don’t take lightly the fact that you return here to read and look into my little corner. So, thank you [...]
SPRINGY HERB SALAD Serves 4 as a first course The herb goat cheese goes beautifully with this salad. 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons creme fraiche (optional) 1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar 1 tablespoon minced shallot 1/2 teaspoon honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard salt and pepper to taste Stir all ingredients together. Taste and adjust [...]
I don’t eat healthy unless it first and foremost tastes great. I will not choke down dry bread just because it’s laden with nuts, seeds and whole grains. I refuse to gulp a green smoothie that tastes more of compost than fresh fruit. Maybe in the past I would have but I’ve tasted too much [...]
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