With summer on the horizon and the daily promise of beautiful weather, Shane and I have enjoyed eating on our newly-screened-in back porch more frequently! Paradise. I love ending the day this way, eating a delicious homemade dinner on our …
Even in the heat, we’ve been cooking up a storm at the little house on Pine. {When I say “we,” I mean myself and my highly-trained sous chef, Codybear.} One of our recent faves? Skirt steak a la Crow Farm. …
Trying to soak up the last few hours of the weekend? Let me help. I have the perfect treat. Strawberry lemonade It’s as delicious as it sounds. Just ask Cody. (not really, I promise I didn’t give him any!) This …
Just before my awesome birthday weekend, we had a few friends over for a lovely local dinner. I’ve discovered that I love entertaining at the little house on Pine. Love it. Normally, it’s just the three of us (counting Cody …
Get your taste buds ready. I made the loveliest torte for my birthday! Strawberry torte (otherwise known as the local strawberry-almost-cake-torte). I love having a May birthday – I get to make strawberry treats using local strawberries! After picking strawberries …
Honoring a tradition I started last year, we went strawberry picking again on my birthday! Strawberries are my favorite. After running my birthday 5k, we headed to Lockbriar Farms to get our fingers on these delectable treats. (Aren’t strawberry flowers …
Because I had fresh strawberries from the Farmer’s Market, and because we had guests coming over, and because my birthday was nearing, I made some fresh homemade strawberry cupcakes! {but seriously, like I need a reason to make cupcakes?} Using …
It’s strawberry season. Haven’t you heard? In honor of my favorite fruit, I’d like to introduce you to this lovely little treat, whipped up by yours truly! Strawberry Smoothie Oh, strawberries, you make me melt with your sweet and delicious …
I love Sunday mornings: sleep a little later, cuddle a little longer, take time making breakfast, and leisurely enjoy it at the table. For the occasion (it was Sunday after all), I wanted to make something special: Strawberry covered pancakes. …
Let’s face it: salad can be boring. Lettuce, tomatoes, dressing, maybe an olive…snooze! I like to dress up my salads with lots of different ingredients, especially of the local variety. Now that spring is here and the Farmer’s Market is …