creatively inspired
Beets are one of the most loved vegetables I grow. They are always in every garden I have ever grown and is one of the items I plant the most heavily. They are a sturdy reliable option that is low maintenance and can be used as soon as the leaves are a little bit larger…
It has been the summer of rain. We broke a 50 year moisture record this year which, for a few reasons is great. The spring was met with many forest fires which were not that far from where I live, fire bans went up very early in the season so the moisture was needed. But…
It has been many years since I made nice garlicy dill pickles. I am usually drawn to making Yum Yums as they are a taste of my childhood and instantly take me back to my baba’s dining room table and the many family gatherings we would have. But this year I am craving dill pickles,…
Grilled Caesar Salad It all started when I spotted a photo of a Grilled Caesar salad on Instagram from the Canola Eat Well team. I had heard of grilling romaine before but had never tried it. I love Caesar salad and I BBQ as often as I use the stove so it was high time…
Chive Blossom Vinegar When I moved up north the yard I ended up with was in dire need of much love and tlc. It truly required a complete redo from the trees and shrubs right down to the lawn. Everything had to go. The only original section of the yard is a tiny 1×3 foot section in the back which…