It’s that time again when the air is crisp and cool. The ground is moist and the rains are coming… we hope! Why do I wish for rain every fall? Because no sooner do our Northwest grounds moisten up that the heavily sought after wild mushrooms start to pop up. Fall is fast approaching and that means it’s mushroom time! I love foraging for my own fall fungi – Boletus edulis (king bolete, porcini, ceps, they have many names) Matsutake and Chanterelles!
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Ahhh…the smell of citrus. Is there anything better? Oranges, lemons, limes or grapefruits – all prized for their juice – but don’t forget about that zesty exterior! The colorful peel of citrus is jam packed with flavor, nutrients, and can be used for so many things....
Oh honey! I’ve got some honey buzz for you.... The United States alone has more than 300 varieties of honey. The variety depends on the type of blossom the bees are collecting nectar from. From clover, to orange blossom - to the intense flavored buckwheat - there are...
Everyone loves a great margarita! It’s been popular in the U.S. since the early 50's, and there are a lot of opinions on what makes a great margarita. A classic 'rita is typically made with tequila, fresh lime, a touch of simple syrup or agave nectar, and triple sec...
