Charleston, and a stint at Husk (is this real?)

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Husk, Charleston

Friends, it’s only been a week since I last posted, but what a week it has been. I’ve been in Charleston, SC visiting friends and am of the amazing fortune to spend time in the kitchen of Husk! Still can’t … Continue reading →

Springtime at Clark Farm

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Sheep cuties

In lieu of  a recipe today, I’m going to share with you some photos I took while visiting Clark Farm in Carlisle, MA this afternoon, during their “Meet the Baby Lambs” event! It was such a beautiful, calming way to … Continue reading →

Coconut-Mint Mussels with Bacon & Kale

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This is my first venture in cooking mussels. I don’t know why I’ve waiting so long. Similarly, I only cooked clams for the first time this winter, and made my first oyster stew recently (although I still don’t know how … Continue reading →

Living Deliberately with Elderflower-Honey Ice Cream

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elderflower-honey ice cream

I’m getting really excited — change of season, good things on the horizon, and a new ice cream machine that will surely be a dangerous addition to my life. Things are looking good. Going from the beautiful, snowy yet warm … Continue reading →

Seared Scallops with Pickled Watermelon & Crispy Pork Belly

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Seared Scallops with Pork Belly and Pickled Watermelon Rind

Having visited New Bedford earlier this week and ogled at the scallop boats, I decided I needed to make a scallop dish this week. Honestly, I’m happy with just simple, seared scallops. It’s the best way to just let the … Continue reading →

A Parfait of Brandied Figs & Greek Yogurt

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Stewed Figs in Brandy with Greek Yogurt

It’s such a special treat to have brandied figs on hand. The seasons are so short: here and then GONE! for such a brief time in early summer and again in the fall. Anything I can have year-round without compromising … Continue reading →

Spiced Meatballs with Yogurt, Eggs, and Mint

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Lamb meatballs with cumin

A delightfully messy, unconventional way to enjoy meatballs! This is a really fun twist on traditional meatballs. I found the recipe reading through A Girl and Her Pig: Recipes and Stories by April Bloomfield. I do have to add, what … Continue reading →

Three days in Seattle

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cafe besalu

Alki Beach Seattle, the famously rainy and overcast city, was gracious enough to give me a warm and sunny welcome. We had such a wonderful view of the mountains on an uncharacteristically clear day — a lovely start to a … Continue reading →