Tag Archives: cocktails

The Herbal Gardens

Herbs are one of the most rewarding container crops. Most are also easy to grow. Still, there are a few things to bear in mind if you want to make sure your potted herbs reach their bushy, lush best. I … Continue reading

Posted in Gardening | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 15 Comments

Batkid Begins: Movie Review

I came across another well written review stuck in my career journal. Warning- this movie is a happy tear jerker. So, as you snuggle up on your sofa with your Coca-Cola (with a heavy splash of rum and a twist … Continue reading

Posted in Charity, Reading | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Blood Oranges meet Liquor with a Side of Spring Reading

I admired these beautiful ruby red globes of citrus and reflected on the gardens I am planting. I could taste arugula and radishes for a wonderful summer salad and amazing homemade vinaigrette. Yes, I have planted my seeds, but it … Continue reading

Posted in Kitchen Adventures | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Fried rice meets sibling Culinary Challenge –

Does one ever get too old for siblings competitiveness and the “I bet you can’t” and “I dare you” challenges? It was the last day of my brother’s visit. We were casually reminiscing about life when a commercial came on. … Continue reading

Posted in Kitchen Adventures | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 14 Comments

Watermelon Meets Liquor

Today, in the dead of winter, I spotted green globes of summer goodness at my produce stand. I had to purchase one. The cashier smiled and said “great for booze, huh?” I smiled and informed him I was thinking gazpacho. … Continue reading

Posted in Kitchen Adventures | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments