Tag Archives: herbs

Spring Nature

Putting our hands into the soil of the day. Pulling up weeds and outliers. Dropping in seeds, nourishment courage. These moments of nurture lead us to future harvest -whether its in our relationship, our home, the community we’ve built into. … Continue reading →

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The Cocktail

The cocktail is a creation — not just opened and poured, not just cracked and chugged, but composed, right there on the spot.Its very nature requires intentionality, and that’s a good thing: Mindless drinking, like mindless snacking, can be a … Continue reading →

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Broth

A good broth should be able to stand on its own—not just in the background of a stew.  It comes together quickly and is tasty on its own, added to a braise, or ladled over crispy rice with a handful … Continue reading →

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Lavender

Lavender flowers and scent have been used for centuries for a wide array of purposes. Here are six uses you may not know of… Lavender aromatherapy can improve sleep Applying Lavender oil to the skin may promote wound healing The … Continue reading →

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Fresh Herbs Inspiration

Here’s some ideas and inspiration for creatively using the herbs you buy or grow: Basil – Caprese salad — basil, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, salt, olive oil — is a summer staple, but you can also enliven a deli meat sandwich … Continue reading →

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