That’s a somewhat misleading title. Perhaps I should have called this “Storm Stories: Moderately Disgruntled Campers Eat in the Dark for Five Nights”, but I’ll bet that The Weather Channel wouldn’t find that amusing or worthy of a half-hour long show. Camping really has never been my thing. Happy camping even less so. I was… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Recipes
BBQ Bonanza at The Leather District Gourmet
All summer long, my friend Jackie has been hosting a BBQ Bonanza on her site, The Leather District Gourmet. She’s had fabulous chefs and writers share their recipes for the grill, with a focus on sustainability. I hope that you’ll check out all of the posts, as there’s a lot to learn, and so many… Continue Reading
Baked Potato Potato Salad
Or should I say, baked potato-style potato salad. Regardless, it is just as decadent as it sounds. And the thing is, it can be made even more so if you like. Add some blue cheese – or perhaps shredded cheddar. Hey, maybe once corn is in season, grill some up and shave an ear or… Continue Reading
P. Allen Smith’s Blackberry Pork Chops: Recipe and Giveaway
Please do read all about P. Allen Smith’s fabulous book here, however, the giveaway is closed. Congratulations to City Girl, the winner of a signed copy of P. Allen Smith’s Seasonal Recipes from the Garden, and a $50 gift certificate to Monticello. The very first meal that I made for JR was for his birthday.… Continue Reading
Focaccia di Patate e Rosmarino (Potato and Rosemary Focaccia)
The subtitle for this post should be: The World’s Longest Post Ever About a Slice of Bread. I’m just sayin’. You may wonder – aloud, even – how a self-proclaimed poor girl could afford to take vacation to Italy. And that curiosity is well-founded. After three years without a vacation, and a major birthday for… Continue Reading